by David Eyre | Jun 9, 2026 | Trademarks
While our two Gaulish friends may appear inseparable, their names, and the trade marks attached to their names, are individuals and in this case the trade mark Obelix in classes 9, 16, 25, 28 and 41 (covering products ranging from printed matter to games, playthings,...
by Vicky Colley | Jun 2, 2026 | News
Schlich have been recommended in the Bronze tier for patent prosecution as being: “[…] an incredible firm and trusted choice for complex technical and procedural patent matters, delivering high-quality, commercially attuned advice. The team is lean and agile,...
by Sean Hutchinson | May 19, 2026 | UPC
Background: Long-Arm Jurisdiction The Unified Patent Court (“UPC”) was introduced as a central forum for enforcing European patents across the European Union (“EU”). However, not all EU Member States (e.g. Spain) signed up to the UPC Agreement (“UPCA”), and some...
by Sean Hughes | May 11, 2026 | EPO
Sequence Identity Claims After T 0137/24 The recent Board of Appeal decision in T 0137/24 provides useful guidance on how sequence identity claims are assessed under the EPC, particularly in relation to added matter and sufficiency. Biotech sequence-related claims are...
by Vicky Colley | May 5, 2026 | News
As a firm proudly based on the south coast of England, we felt it was only fitting to host an event with a nautical theme, and the historic Golden Hinde was our venue of choice. The reconstruction of Sir Francis Drake’s 16th century galleon was a distinctive and...
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