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Success at the UPC

Boult represented Molecular Instruments (MI) before the Hague Local Division of the Unified Patent Court (UPC).

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IP updates
When is a rose not a rose? When it’s a tyre: the first smell trade mark accepted for advertisement in India

India has accepted its first smell trade mark for advertisement, a rose-scented tyre mark by Sumitomo. This milestone opens the door for broader prote

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IP updates
Dr Michelle Pratt in conversation with Anna Elagina, Finance Director

Boult’s Finance Director Anna shares insights on leading a growing team, embracing challenges, building confidence and enjoying a rewarding finance

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Can a celebrity register a trade mark for their face in the UK to combat AI deepfakes?

UK law offers no image rights, so celebrities rely on trade marks to protect their likeness. Clarkson’s filings show how trade marks may help counte

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UPC Court of Appeal overturns revocation of Amgen’s PCSK9 antibody patent and clarifies the UPC’s inventive step approach (Amgen v Sanofi and Regeneron)

The UPC Court of Appeal has validated Amgen’s PCSK9 antibody patent and clarified its inventive step and medical-use claim approach, bringing UPC pr

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“Wear the damn shorts” – Sweaty Betty and the tricky question of ownership in slogans

The “wear the damn shorts” dispute reveals the risks brands face when using unregistered slogans and highlights why securing trade mark rights ear

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No one-size-fits-all: Unitary patent or national validation?

Your EP patent is granted - now choose between a Unitary Patent or standard validation. Compare coverage, costs, risks and enforcement to pick the rig

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Clarity of dependent claims and consequences for amendments in opposition proceedings

Recent EPO case T 866/24 highlights concerns over clarity of dependent claims and the limits of G 3/14, with important implications for G 1/24 and the

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Stay alert: misleading trade mark communications on the rise

Trade mark owners are seeing a surge in scam emails impersonating lawyers. Know the warning signs, avoid urgent payment requests and verify all commun

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Insufficiency arising from a partially incompatible dependent claim

EPO decision T 0878/23 highlights how inconsistencies in dependent claims can trigger insufficiency issues and revoke a patent. Careful claim drafting

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Killer bars?

A Patent Attorney’s take on Joe Wicks’ “Killer” Bars – exploring mixed messaging around ultra-processed foods and how regulation can inspire

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Career
Graduate careers in IP – an introduction to the IP industry

Welcome to this series focusing on graduate careers in intellectual property (IP) and at Boult. If you’re considering a role in IP,

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Event
1 December London
LSPN Europe

Angela Stephen is attending LSPN Europe in London on 1 December. The event will focus on end-to-end patent lifecycle management.

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News
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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Event
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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Event
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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Event
30-31 October Krakow, Poland
12th Lsbc Central European Life Science Investment Conference

Dr Olga Bohuszewicz is attending the 12th Lsbc Central European Life Science Investment Conference on 30-31 October.

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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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Success at the UPC

Boult represented Molecular Instruments (MI) before the Hague Local Division of the Unified Patent Court (UPC).

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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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Success at the UPC

Boult represented Molecular Instruments (MI) before the Hague Local Division of the Unified Patent Court (UPC).

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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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Events

LSPN Europe
London
1 December
LSPN Europe

LSPN Europe 2025 will focus on end-to-end patent lifecycle management, offering practical strategies for protecting and commercialising innovations in life...

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...

12th Lsbc Central European Life Science Investment Conference
Krakow, Poland
30-31 October
12th Lsbc Central European Life Science Investment Conference

The 12th Lsbc Central European Life Science Investment Conference top-level theme is: "The DNA of capital – Cracking the code...

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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