AI-based tools are becoming increasingly prevalent in many industries, and the field of patents is no exception. A number of tools have hit the market in the last few years to help applicants and attorneys streamline the traditionally labour-intensive processes involved in applying for patents. These tools offer a number of benefits but also present… Read more »
With several successful products in surface treatments for industrial applications on the market, there’s no doubt: patents are key for the passionate innovation company Mercene Labs.– From the start, we have consciously and strategically invested in protecting our innovations. The collaboration with European Patent Attorney Fredrik Carlsson has been very beneficial, and recently Ström &… Read more »
Managing IP recently recognized the outstanding achievements of the intellectual property law community in EMEA during a ceremony held in London on April 11. Additionally, Ström & Gulliksson garnered attention at the Global IP Awards by IAM, which honor excellence in trademark and patent litigation, prosecution, and transactional services within the legal and attorney field.… Read more »
On February 22-23, Friends Arena in Stockholm will be filled with entrepreneurs and startups, investors, decision-makers, and business leaders as The Tech Arena kicks off. As a partner together with Advokatbyrån Gulliksson, Ström & Gulliksson looks forward to Sweden’s largest tech event. For startups and scaleups looking for the right investors, patent protection and intellectual… Read more »
In October the European Patent Office (EPO) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) jointly issued a report on a series of studies which have been carried out over the past ten years, to highlight the importance of IP for the European Economy. Sofia Willquist emphasizes, ‘The report demonstrates a strong link between IP… Read more »
“Product development and innovations are incredibly exciting! The role of a patent consultant allows me to be involved throughout the entire process, which I’m really looking forward to. As an examiner at PRV, you only see a small part, and I’ve long wanted to understand the real-world consequences and opportunities that various decisions bring to… Read more »
The laureates of the fourth annual Global IP Awards, recognizing excellence in trademark and patent litigation, prosecution, and transactional services within the legal and attorney field, were presented at a gala held in London last week. It is with immense satisfaction that we announce Ström & Gulliksson was honored as Sweden’s “Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year.” Rikard Roos, the… Read more »
Edmund Lobb, UK and European Patent Attorney, characterises his profession as one of problem-solving in the area between law and technology. By understanding both his clients’ technology and commercial goals, he can guide them through the patent process in a tailored manner. As Brexit was approaching, Edmund Lobb took the opportunity to try living and… Read more »
June 1, 2023 marks a momentous occasion in the European patent landscape as the Unified Patent Court (UPC) opens its doors, offering a platform for individuals to file central claims against potential patent infringers or seek the revocation of European patents. Starting from 0900 CEST, the UPC’s Case Management System will be up and running and ready to accept electronic filings for such claims. At 0930 CEST, an open… Read more »
The preparations before the UPC opens up are truly well on their way, and one important step is selecting the presiding judges for each of the divisions of the Court of first instance. In the central divisions in Paris and Germany, Ms. Florence Butin and Ms. Ulrike Voß have been announced, respectively. The Local division,… Read more »
