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Law and practice snippets: August 2025

An update on recent practice points by our Law and Practice Committee, including a new international design law treaty, scam emails and use of AI.

12th Aug 2025 | News
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CITMA Mentoring receives further recognition

We are proud to share that CITMA Mentoring has been shortlisted for Best Learning / Professional Development Programme at the Association Excellence Awards 2025.

8th Aug 2025 | News
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New CITMA Review editor appointed

We are delighted to announce the appointment of a new editor for our award-winning member publication, CITMA Review.

4th Aug 2025 | News
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Save 30% on handbooks in Sweet & Maxwell summer sale

Members can secure significant savings on our authoritative trade mark and design handbooks until 12th September 2025.

4th Aug 2025 | News
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Features

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The emergence and importance of reverse mentoring

A new reverse mentoring toolkit to help legal organisations improve inclusion, wellbeing, and cross-generational understanding has been launched by LawCare and the University of Leeds.

29th Jul 2025 | Feature
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Celebrating excellence throughout our community

The Sheila Lesley Volunteer of the Year Award is our chance to recognise those whose selfless contributions have made a lasting impact.

16th Jul 2025 | Feature
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The role of the green champion

IP firms play a vital role in combating climate change, with green champions being key to driving sustainable practices and operational change within their businesses. We explore the role of the green champion and key steps to follow.

16th Jun 2025 | Feature
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Sustainability steps for firms can take this year

Simple sustainability steps firms can take in 2025 to drive environmental impact and ensure the future success of their business.

16th Jun 2025 | Feature

CITMA Review features:

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In trade mark law, it's not easy being green

A recent decision highlights challenges in registering colour.

29th Aug 2025 | CITMA Review feature
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China updates guidance on trade mark non-use cancellations

International brand owners in China need to be aware of new measures to address the abuse of non-use cancellation actions.

29th Aug 2025 | CITMA Review feature
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It's no time to unravel

A community spirit matters now more than ever, writes Andrea Brewster.

27th Aug 2025 | CITMA Review feature
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Recognise and counterbalance emotional labour

Nicola Neath summarises her recent webinar for Jonathan’s Voice on the topic of emotional labour and its consequences.

27th Aug 2025 | CITMA Review feature

Case comments

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Threaten at your peril!

This judgment identified a crystal-clear motive, says Carl Steele. [2025] EWHC 1239 (Ch), Bargain Busting Ltd v Shenzhen SKE Technology Co Ltd & Ors, High Court.

28th Aug 2025 | Case comment
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Unpicking the label

Designers forfeit certain rights when assigning patronymic trade marks, but new owners should not push the boundaries too far, says Shaun Anderson. C-168/24 – Opinion, PMJC SAS v [W] [X], [M] [X], [X] Créative SAS.

28th Aug 2025 | Case comment
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Legacy agreements in the internet age

Territorial rights remain enforceable online, says Sobia Ramzan. [2025] EWCA Civ 343, Merck KGaA v Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC & Anor, Court of Appeal.

28th Aug 2025 | Case comment
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Game on

Ultimately, there was no likelihood of confusion, writes Milena Velikova. T-242/24, Versiontech, Inc v EUIPO – Verizon Trademark Services LLC, General Court.

28th Aug 2025 | Case comment
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