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In just 100 days, the Trump administration has issued a record-breaking 90 executive orders—triggering operational uncertainty, staffing upheaval, and growing delays at the US Patent and Trademark Office, hears Marisa Woutersen at LSPN in Boston. 7 May 2025
Careers
Pinsent Masons’ head of IP moves with a small team that will be bolstered by an A&O Shearman associate. 7 May 2025
Americas
The ‘Wands factors’ are extending patent litigation—allowing functionally defined claims to survive longer than expected, hears Marisa Woutersen in Boston. 6 May 2025
Americas
Decision follows director review ordered by Kathi Vidal two years ago | Two pieces of prior art successfully cited in arguments key to invalidation. 6 May 2025
Americas
The pharma giant and biopharma company Incyte announce settlement of dispute over alleged unpaid royalties | News comes on eve of trial in Manhattan. 6 May 2025
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The team brings experience in Section 337 investigations, post-grant proceedings, and complex patent litigation in biopharmaceutical and medical device sectors. 6 May 2025
Europe
Appeals court overturns lower court ruling in decision establishing key standards for patent interpretation | Global dispute between the two insulin pump makers intensifies amid separate US trade secret litigation. 2 May 2025
Americas
Latest report highlights increasing concerns over counterfeit pharmaceuticals, IP barriers, and market access challenges | Key countries to watch include India, China, the UAE, and Singapore | Report also outlines challenges in Mexico, Russia, Brazil, and Indonesia. 1 May 2025
Americas
Duo behind Comirnaty fails to convince Delaware judge to dismiss Alnylam patent claims on grounds of invalidity. 1 May 2025
Careers
The firm has rehired Kate Hillier as a partner in its Bay Area office, where she will advise public and private life sciences companies on strategic partnering, licensing and complex IP transactions. 1 May 2025