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The latest news from CITMA and around the world of intellectual property.


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Own your career development

Knowing which path to take in your career can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. We’ve gathered the best tips and advice from three highly experienced IP professionals.

27th Sep 2024 | Feature
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UK IPO provides crucial update on court case notification guidance

The Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has released new guidance on notifying court cases involving registered IP rights, addressing significant underreporting and emphasising legal obligations.

19th Sep 2024 | News
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UK IPO introduces statements of grant for international designs

The Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has launched statements of grant for international designs, providing faster certainty and evidence of acceptance for design registrations under the Hague System.

19th Sep 2024 | News
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CITMA Autumn Conference: why join us again in 2024?

At this year’s conference, we’re bringing you together with the UK IP community to benefit from great networking opportunities and collaborative roundtable sessions.

19th Sep 2024 | Feature
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CITMA’s mentoring programme shines with more award nominations

We are delighted to share that our mentoring programme has once again been recognised for its achievements, having been nominated for an award by the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO).

18th Sep 2024 | News
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CITMA Paralegal Conference 2024 photo gallery

View a selection of photos from our second Paralegal Conference in London.

16th Sep 2024 | News
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CITMA Paralegal Conference 2024: key talking points

More than 150 paralegals, speakers and exhibitors packed into BMA House in London for a day of learning and building new connections.

11th Sep 2024 | News
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UK IPO warns rights holders of misleading invoices

The UK IPO has issued a new warning to holders of intellectual property rights to be cautious when receiving invoices, after a 63% increase in unsolicited payment requests.

6th Sep 2024 | News
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