Global insights: Double patenting
Explore how major biotech and pharmaceutical jurisdictions approach double patenting and divisional applications, and discover strategies for building stronger global patent portfolios.
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Explore how major biotech and pharmaceutical jurisdictions approach double patenting and divisional applications, and discover strategies for building stronger global patent portfolios.
A recent UPC decision highlights the risks of delaying an opt out. Learn why early action may be essential to keep European patents outside UPC jurisdiction.
Boult is pleased to announce that it has been ranked as “Outstanding” for non-contentious patent matters by the World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR) for 2026.
Boult is proud to be recognised in Lexology Index: IP 2026, with Dr Catherine Wolfe named a Global Elite Thought Leader and multiple partners ranked across the prestigious report.
EPO patent filings show strong growth in materials, food technology, coatings and surface technologies, highlighting innovation driven by sustainability and advanced manufacturing.
Discover the key patent portfolio questions investors ask during IP due diligence and how chemistry and materials companies can strengthen investor confidence and support fundraising success.
New UK IPO guidance following the Emotional Perception AI ruling brings greater clarity to patent examination, aligning UK practice with the EPO and impacting AI, software and quantum computing invent
Discover how Tyruko compares with Tysabri, including biosimilar approval, manufacturing and formulation differences, patent considerations and the investigation into reported adverse patient outcomes.
Eminem has suffered a setback in his Australian dispute with Swim Shady. The ruling highlights why trade mark owners must file strategically and retain evidence of genuine use.
From 1 August 2026, Jersey becomes an independent Madrid System designation. Brand owners must separately designate Jersey for new filings, renewals and subsequent designations.
From 9 July 2026, Algeria's accession to the Hague Apostille Convention will simplify document attestation for IP matters between member countries, replacing multi-stage legalisation with Apostille.
Swatch's US$170m claim against Samsung could reshape UK trade mark damages by recognising the commercial value of brand reputation, exclusivity and goodwill in the digital economy.
The EASYBREATH and Elvie decisions show how technical function can limit design protection and why evidence of aesthetic design choices remains crucial.
Boult once again ranked for both trade mark prosecution and patent prosecution (patent & trade mark attorney firms) by Managing IP IP Stars.
The NHS is introducing an injectable form of Keytruda (pembrolizumab), reducing administration time to under two minutes and helping improve patient experience.
T 1043/24 aligns with the anticipated outcome of G 1/25, confirming that description amendments are needed to address inconsistencies with amended claims while allowing unclaimed embodiments to remain
From 1 July 2026, Phase II of the EU Design Reform introduces dynamic and animated representations, more design views, amendment options, and significant procedural changes.
Boult is delighted to announce that our charity partner for 2026-2027 is Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity).
Boult trade mark partners Emma Pitcher and Dr Catherine Wolfe have been recognised in the WTR’s Global Leaders for Private Practice UK
As of 1 June 2026, the Republic of Moldova officially became the 40th member state of the European Patent Organisation.
Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.
We are pleased to announce that Boult has been ranked as a Recommend Patent Firm by JUVE Patent in its Patent Filing
We are pleased to announce that Matt Ridley, Partner, has been appointed President of the British Group of UNION-IP. UNION-IP is an
We are thrilled that Boult has been featured as a highly recommended firm in the World IP Review – UK Trade Mark Rankings
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Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.
We are pleased to announce that Boult has been ranked as a Recommend Patent Firm by JUVE Patent in its Patent Filing
We are pleased to announce that Matt Ridley, Partner, has been appointed President of the British Group of UNION-IP. UNION-IP is an
We are thrilled that Boult has been featured as a highly recommended firm in the World IP Review – UK Trade Mark Rankings