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Welcome to Mathys Matters - your monthly update from Mathys & Squire, covering all the recent intellectual property and sector news/updates throughout June!
This month we are shining a spotlight on how best to manage your UK and EU trade marks since Brexit, and how our team can assist in following the latest legislation.
Our latest news and articles throughout June include: ''New EPO ruling on claim interpretation: description and figures must be consulted'', "Pride Month 2025: Celebrating Five of the Most Influential LGBTQIA+ Innovators", "The Space Race: Can Patent Law Keep Up?", "Mathys & Squire wins Intellectual Property Firm of the Year Award – London 2025", ''Mathys & Squire Partners ranked in Managing IP’s IP STARS 2025', "The Future of Clean Energy: Tackling the Global Power Surge", "Mathys & Squire appoints Claire Breheny as Head of Trade Marks", "Mathys & Squire appoints Lyle Ellis as Head of Consulting", "Juneteenth: Reflecting on History and the UK IP Community", "Mathys & Squire Announces Senior Promotions,", "Mathys & Squire plants 115 trees for World Environment Day'' and "Victoria McCloud speaks at The Shard for Pride Month".
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SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
- Trade Mark Protection in a Post-Brexit Era - |
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Following Brexit, protection of trade marks previously registered as EU trade marks has been split between the UK and EU, with a trade mark owner needing to demonstrate use in each jurisdiction separately. |
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After 31 December 2025, UK registrations cloned from EU registrations could be vulnerable to revocation if they have not been genuinely used in the UK. |
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In this article, Partners Harry Rowe, Gary Johnston and Rebecca Tew detail the implications of this upcoming deadline - how you can take action to ensure both continued protection of your current trade marks and effective management of your UK and EU trade mark portfolio.
Click here to read more |
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New EPO ruling on claim interpretation: description and figures must be consulted 18 June
In this article, Managing Associate Sarah Turp discusses the Enlarged Board of Appeal's decision confirming that the description and drawings must always be consulted to interpret the claims when assessing the patentability of inventions, and how this decision will affect users of the EPC.
Read the article here |
| The Space Race: Can Patent Law Keep Up? 16 June
Earlier this month, the Royal Society published a report which envisions the future of humans' activities in space, predicting an out-of-this-world revolution with real-world impacts. In this article, Managing Associate Richard Jaszek discusses how UK patent law needs to accommodate the push for space innovation, exploring the best way to ensure far-reaching protection.
Read the article here |
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| Pride Month 2025: Celebrating Five of the Most Influential LGBTQIA+ Innovators 24 June
In this article, our Diversity & Inclusion Partners Andrea McShane and Nicholas Fox highlight five inspiring LGBTQIA+ scientists and innovators who have had a long-lasting impact on both the world of science and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire wins Intellectual Property Firm of the Year Award – London 2025 3 June
We are delighted to share that we have received the 'Intellectual Property Law Firm of the Year - London 2025' award, granted by Legal Insider. The Legal Insider Awards celebrate firms that demonstrate outstanding legal expertise, client service, and contribution to the legal sector, and to be selected for this award is an honour.
Read the article here |
| The Future of Clean Energy: Tackling the Global Power Surge 5 June
World Environment Day is a day acknowledged worldwide to raise awareness of the actions we need to take to protect our planet. In this article, Associate Christopher Ashcroft explores how recent progress in clean energy technologies, such as hydrogen and nuclear fusion, could tackle the environmental threat of current energy demand, and how effective approaches to IP support their implementation.
Read the article here |
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Mathys & Squire appoints Claire Breheny as Head of Trade Marks 4 June
We are delighted to announce the appointment of senior trade mark attorney Claire Breheny as our new Head of Trade Marks. Recognised in leading industry rankings, Claire has consistently been acknowledged for her expertise, and she is widely regarded as being at the top of her profession, both by peers and clients.
Read the article here |
| Juneteenth: Reflecting on History and the UK IP Community 20 June
The 19th June marked Juneteenth, a significant day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. As part of the IP & ME committee at IP Inclusive, IPSS Electra Valentine has co-written an article on the highlighting the meaning of this day, reflecting on its significance for IP professionals in the UK.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire plants 115 trees for World Environment Day 5 June
In celebration of our 115th anniversary, we are proud to have planted 115 trees in partnership with Trees for Life. Each tree symbolises a year of growth, resilience, and our continued commitment to building a better, greener future.
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| Mathys & Squire appoints Lyle Ellis as Head of Consulting 19 June
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Lyle Ellis as our new head of Mathys & Squire Consulting. Bringing over 20 years of experience in IP management, strategy and advisory services, Lyle's expertise will significantly contribute to the firm's capabilities and our ability to provide clients with high-quality, strategic IP advice.
Read the article here |
| | Victoria McCloud speaks at The Shard for Pride Month 26 June
On Wednesday 25th June, Mathys & Squire hosted Dr Victoria McCloud, former Judge in the High Court and advocate for LDBTQIA+ rights, in our London office in honour of Pride Month.
Read the article here |
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NEW PODCAST EPISODE
- How to Craft a Powerful IP Strategy I Sean Leach, Posy Drywood and David Hobson - |
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In “How to craft a powerful IP strategy,” Partners Sean Leach, Posy Drywood and David Hobson draw on their extensive experience across a range of industries to explore how to manage your intellectual property the right way, both as a fledgling start-up or a more seasoned corporation. |
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They cover a range of topics centred around the crucial importance of patent applications, including how to manage the filing strategy evolving over time, from investment to protecting the market share and how to determine the commercial viability of ideas.
Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube or Spotify. |
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