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In his latest article, Nick Mountford explores Jackman J's recent departure in the Federal Court from the prior approach for considering a class of potentially patent novelty destroying documents. jamesandwells.com/nz/judge-takes…

"If you ever feel like you have faced an uphill battle at the patent office, consider how Bus IP Holdings Pty Ltd must feel." Jospeh Garven ponders this question in his latest article: jamesandwells.com/nz/enduroco-v-…

In his latest article, "All the law is not in a book – the perils of overreach", Senior Associate James Rowland unpacks this topic with insight and precision. jamesandwells.com/nz/all-the-law…

"When Patents Meet National Security: Compulsory Licensing in Aerospace and Defence" - Jonathan Lucan and Hemi Jones discuss. jamesandwells.com/nz/when-patent…

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” — African proverb. In her latest article, leading IP strategist Kate Wilson explores how collaboration can be a powerful force in business's intellectual property strategies. jamesandwells.com/nz/odd-bedfell…

"In which markets should you file for patent protection?" This pivotal question is addressed by Jonathan Lucas, Head of James & Wells' Patents Team, along with distinguished colleagues, in the insightful article of the same name, featured in AsiaIP: asiaiplaw.com/section/in-dep…

As a proud Sprout Partner, we are delighted to share news of the 18 ventures that have been selected for the Sprout Accelerator Spring25 Cohort! Please join Sprout and us in celebrating the selected cohort teams. sproutagritech.com/blog/post/1508…

"Beyond Aesthetics: The Strategic Power of Design Rights in Multi-Layered IP Portfolios". Kate Wilson, Consultant and IP Strategist, explores the power of design rights: jamesandwells.com/nz/beyond-aest…

We are pleased to share that partner, Jason Rogers, and consultant IP Strategist, Kate Wilson, have been recognised within IAM Strategy 300: The World’s Leading IP Strategists 2025. Congratulations, Jason and Kate!! jamesandwells.com/nz/two-james-w…

In her latest article, Kate Wilson, Consultant and IP Strategist. discusses whether infringement of IP rights can actually be worth it for an IP owner. jamesandwells.com/nz/infringemen…

We are thrilled to announce Dr Taylor Smallwood in our Brisbane office and Dr Sam Fraser in our Christchurch office are now registered patent attorneys (Australia & New Zealand) and registered trade mark attorneys (Australia). Please join us in congratulating them!

We are delighted to announce promotions! Richard Clement has been promoted to Special Counsel in the Patents Team, James Rowland to Senior Associate in the Litigation and Commercial Team and Brianna Hunt to IP Assistant. Congratulations to each of you!

We are thrilled to announce two newly registered attorneys: Dr Taylor Smallwood in our Brisbane office and Dr Sam Fraser in our Christchurch office. Both are registered patent attorneys (Australia & New Zealand) and registered trade mark attorneys (Australia). Congrats to both!

We are delighted to announce Richard Clement has been promoted to Special Counsel in the Patents Team, James Rowland promoted to Senior Associate in the Litigation and Commercial Team and Brianna Hunt promoted to IP Assistant. Congratulations to Richard, James and Brianna!

“IP Strategy” or “IP Policy”? In this latest article, seasoned intellectual property strategist and James & Wells IP Consultant, Kate Wilson, discusses the synergies and differences between IP Policy and IP Strategy. jamesandwells.com/nz/ip-policy-v…

In case you've been off planet, "Navigating the New Frontiers: Lessons in Intellectual Property from New Zealand’s Aerospace Innovation History" by Jonathon Lucas and Hemi Jones is a fascinating read - check it out on our website now! jamesandwells.com/nz/navigating-…

We are delighted to share that James & Wells has been ranked as leading firm by IAM 1000 and ten of our experts recognised as leading practitioners. Read more: jamesandwells.com/intl/james-wel…

Own It or Lose It: Why SMB's Can't Ignore Intellectual Property. Partner Ben Cain discusses this topic and more in the latest episode of the Better SMB Podcast hosted by @_davidaltena and Rob Bull @Plexusconsult, a must-listen podcast for all SMB's. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/be…

When drafting patent applications at each stage of the process – from provisional applications to complete – it can be difficult to predict the future opportunities and challenges faced by a business. Janelle Borham explains: shorturl.at/rFQq8

The Consumer Guarantees Act is a powerful and well known piece of legislation in New Zealand. However, consumers continue to be misled or deceived as to their rights under the Act. Ben Cain discusses. Read More: shorturl.at/Wlz5G