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Boult remains top tier for Chambers and Partners 2026

Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.

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Event
20 November London, UK
CIPA Life Sciences Conference

Alex Stephenson is attending the CIPA Life Sciences Conference in London on 20 November.

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IP updates
The dual track: Parallel EPO opposition and UPC revocation strategies

With the UPC gaining traction, challengers now weigh EPO oppositions alongside UPC revocations. Parallel proceedings offer tactical advantages to pres

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6-10 November Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
APAA Malaysia 2025

Dr Jonathan Palmer is attending APAA Malaysia 2025 on 6-10 November in Kuala Lumpur.

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3-5 November Vienna, Austria
BIO-Europe 2025

Partner Jo Peak and Senior Associate Farzana Miah are attending BIO-Europe 2025 in Vienna on 3-5 November.

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Is plastic equivalent to metal? The doctrine of equivalents at the UPC

In Washtower v BEGA, the UPC applied the Plant-e equivalence test to grant a preliminary injunction, showing its willingness to find likely infringeme

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Dr Michelle Pratt in conversation with Matthew Ridley

Matthew Ridley shares insights on UK design law reform, green tech innovation and why early-stage inventors should protect their ideas through strateg

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Boult is Tier 1 for Patents and Trade Marks in the Legal 500 UK for 2026

Once again Boult is recognised as Tier 1 for both patents and trade marks in the Legal 500 UK rankings for 2026.

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Event
23–25 October 2025 Las Vegas, USA
ESI/IPL Joint Fall Conference

Hosted jointly by the ABA Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries and the Section of Intellectual Property Law, this event will

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Enlarged Board of Appeal Issues Ruling in G 2/24

The Enlarged Board of Appeal in G 2/24 upheld G 3/04, ruling that third parties intervening at appeal are parties as of right, not appellants and can'

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8–11 October Budapest, Hungary
PTMG Autumn Conference

Partners Rachel Conroy and Henry Schalefli are attending the PTMG Autumn Conference in Budapest, Hungary on 8–11 October.

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13-15 October Munich, Germany
Life Sciences Strategy Summit on IP & Exclusivity

Partner Dr Ed Ronan and Senior Associate Dr Nadia Tyler-Rubinstein are attending the Life Sciences Strategy Summit on IP & Exclusivity

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IP updates
Alternative foods: a case study

A deep dive into how IP is shaping the future of sustainable food. Explore patents in plant-based, cell-cultured and fermented alternatives driving fo

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Artificial Intelligence and sustainability: Irrevocably opposed?

AI holds promise for sustainability - but also consumes vast energy. We unpack whether AI can be part of the solution, or if it poses more harm than h

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More on claim interpretation at the EPO after G 1/24

G 1/24 clarifies that while the EPO must consult the description, claims take primacy. Patentees must draft claims clearly - no reliance on interpreti

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Boult is pleased to announce that the firm has achieved a Silver Medal following our assessment by EcoVadis

Boult has earned a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, the global sustainability ratings platform - recognising our commitment to ethical, responsible and env

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Intellectual property (IP) and photovoltaics: examining the EPO’s latest observatory report

EPO data shows sustained growth in photovoltaic patents, with China leading production. Europe’s universities and start-ups are driving innovation i

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No help from Luxembourg: UPC Court of Appeal says CJEU can’t rule on interpretation of UPCA

The UPC Court of Appeal confirms its duty to interpret law in line with EU law but cannot seek CJEU rulings on the UPCA or RoP. One-month cost deadlin

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Government consultation into changes to the UKIPO’s trade mark, design and tribunal services

The UKIPO's second digital transformation consultation confirms key changes to trade mark services, including axing series marks and trialling mediati

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Sunday Times Best Places to Work – wellbeing at Boult

Boult is thrilled to be recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, especially for our strong staff wellbeing and retention culture, supp

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Boult remains top tier for Chambers and Partners 2026

Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.

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Boult is Tier 1 for Patents and Trade Marks in the Legal 500 UK for 2026

Once again Boult is recognised as Tier 1 for both patents and trade marks in the Legal 500 UK rankings for 2026.

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Boult is pleased to announce that the firm has achieved a Silver Medal following our assessment by EcoVadis

Boult has earned a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, the global sustainability ratings platform - recognising our commitment to ethical, responsible and environmentally conscious business practices.

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Sunday Times Best Places to Work – wellbeing at Boult

Boult is thrilled to be recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, especially for our strong staff wellbeing and retention culture, supported by our dedicated Wellness Team.

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Boult remains top tier for Chambers and Partners 2026

Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.

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Boult is Tier 1 for Patents and Trade Marks in the Legal 500 UK for 2026

Once again Boult is recognised as Tier 1 for both patents and trade marks in the Legal 500 UK rankings for 2026.

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Boult is pleased to announce that the firm has achieved a Silver Medal following our assessment by EcoVadis

Boult has earned a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, the global sustainability ratings platform - recognising our commitment to ethical, responsible and environmentally conscious business practices.

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Sunday Times Best Places to Work – wellbeing at Boult

Boult is thrilled to be recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, especially for our strong staff wellbeing and retention culture, supported by our dedicated Wellness Team.

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Events

CIPA Life Sciences Conference
London, UK
20 November
CIPA Life Sciences Conference

The CIPA Life Sciences Conference is the leading UK event for IP professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device...

APAA Malaysia 2025
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
6-10 November
APAA Malaysia 2025

APAA Malaysia 2025 will bring together IP professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region for a week of policy discussions, practical...

BIO-Europe 2025
Vienna, Austria
3-5 November
BIO-Europe 2025

BIO-Europe 2025 is Europe’s premier annual partnering conference for the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and investment sectors. With over 5,000 attendees from...

ESI/IPL Joint Fall Conference
Las Vegas, USA
23–25 October 2025
ESI/IPL Joint Fall Conference

Hosted jointly by the ABA Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries and the Section of Intellectual Property Law, this...

PTMG Autumn Conference
Budapest, Hungary
8–11 October
PTMG Autumn Conference

Organised by the Pharmaceutical Trademarks Group, this conference will bring together trademark professionals to discuss current challenges and opportunities in...

Life Sciences Strategy Summit on IP & Exclusivity
Munich, Germany
13-15 October
Life Sciences Strategy Summit on IP & Exclusivity

The Life Sciences Strategy Summit on IP & Exclusivity will convene legal and scientific experts to examine critical issues surrounding...

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