20-minute vodcasts
Filmed specially for you, our student vodcast series covers soft skills and wellbeing topics to help you now and in the future. We have sourced experts who in 20 minutes share their essential insight with you.
Navigating work-life balance
Join Trainee Trade Mark Attorney, April Parker and Solicitor & Trade Mark Attorney, Alicia Chantrey as they dive into early career challenges, the realities of juggling work and personal life, and practical strategies for managing workload, boundaries, and wellbeing.
Mental wellbeing
We know juggling your study with training on the job can be intensive. We asked Ann Charlton from legal wellbeing charity LawCare to give you some pointers on how to look out for the mental wellbeing of yourself and those around you.
Case law update: SkyKick v Sky
Welcome to the first episode in our new vodcast series where barrister, Becky Knott dives into various case law updates. To kick off the series, Becky will cover the recent SkyKick v Sky judgment, providing background on the case and some of the key take aways.
How to prepare for client meetings
Meetings with existing clients and to win new business will be an important part of your daily working life. Feel confident and learn what to say and how to follow-up with business development expert Bernard Savage from Size 10½ Boots.
Developing your career
How do you move on up in a career in IP? How quickly should you expect to progress? What should you be doing to help you achieve your goals? We asked IP recruiter Pete Fellows to answer these questions.
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Features
Read insight written with you and all our student members in mind.
CITMA Council election 2026 results announced
We're pleased to announce the results of the 2026 CITMA Council election, following a contested ballot.
Student and paralegal representatives
We're delighted to announce the appointment of the two representative roles within CITMA, following separate selection processes that took place recently.
The countdown to new UK IPO fees
The new UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) fee structure has received parliamentary approval and will come into force on 1st April 2026 - the first fee increase for trade marks this century.
CITMA Spring Conference 2026 photo gallery
View a selection of photos from our Spring Conference, held at The Minster Building, and our second Spring Party at Sea Containers London.
CITMA Spring Conference 2026: Key talking points
This year’s conference saw more than 180 delegates, speakers, and exhibitors come together in London for a day of learning and building new connections.
Introducing the EU Designs Handbook
The CITMA & CIPA Community Designs Handbook has been retitled the CITMA & CIPA European Union Designs Handbook, reflecting significant changes to EU designs.
UK maintains top global ranking amidst shifting landscape
The UK has once again secured a joint top position for its work in the trade mark environment, achieving a perfect score in the latest International IP Index.
‘Twas the season
In December, members enjoyed our annual Christmas lunches.
Webinar and lecture recordings
Our events will provide you with additional insight into key IP topics. We record our events so you can watch them on-demand.
IPReg's Education Review Key themes and how to get involved
IPReg is progressing a review of qualification requirements for future trade mark and patent attorneys. Learn more about how you can play a central role in shaping the review.
U.S update for CITMA Paralegals
This webinar provides a practical and timely update on recent developments in U.S. trade mark practice, tailored specifically to the needs of UK-based paralegals.
Small steps, big impact: practical sustainability for IP practitioners
Adam Bastock shared actionable strategies that any IP practitioner can implement, alongside approaches that help firms create scalable, proportionate impact.
Navigating the early-year dip: prioritising your wellbeing in IP
Our speakers shared their honest reflections on managing pressure, sustaining energy, protecting boundaries, and adopting mindset shifts that work in real life.
CITMA Review features:
Protecting a brand abroad
As African markets evolve, the risk of trade mark squatting grows. Chinwe Ogban shares some practical solutions.
Letter from IP Inclusive: Summer of IP 2026
Helen Smith invites you to take part and improve access to careers in IP.
Consent to coexist
Cherry Shin explores how rights holders in key jurisdictions can legally permit other brands to register a trade mark resembling their own.
On your marks, get set…
2026 is a big year for sporting events, writes Leanne Gulliver, and the IP sector will be a major player.
Case comments
Family matters
Protecting your own must be a priority, finds Sam Barker. [2025] EWHC 3077 (IPEC), easyGroup Ltd v Jaybank Leisure Ltd.
A golden opportunity
Guidance on interpretation of figurative marks with written descriptions is welcome, writes Daniel Ramos. [2025] EWCA Civ 1341, Babek International Ltd v Iceland Foods Ltd.
The hunt for reputation
Rebecca Field reports on Puma’s appeal against a decision it said would affect its reputation. T-491/24, Puma SE v EUIPO, General Court.
Less can mean more
Brevity is a powerful tool in registering marks, finds Henry Schlaefli. [2025] EWCA Civ 1340, Thom Browne Inc & Anor v Adidas AG.