The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys

🗨 “We are delighted to once again receive carbon neutral status, and to maintain this achievement year-on-year demonstrates our strong commitment to long-term thinking and responsibility.” 🌎 Our continued work on shaping and developing our sustainability practices has led us to receive the Certified Carbon Neutral Association status for 2023, awarded by Climate Action for Associations. Read more here 👉 https://rb.gy/fvdyn0

📢 Booking for our 2024 Paralegal Conference closes on Wednesday, 28th August 📌 Where is it? BMA House, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9JP 🗓 When is it? 9am - 6:30pm on Wednesday, 11th September With a full day’s programme planned, this is a great opportunity to nurture and grow skills and competencies specific to your career as a paralegal. You will also get to hear from 11 highly experienced speakers, ready to share their skills and knowledge with you. ✅ Michael Tennant ✅ Evelina Skrudyte ✅ Samantha C. ✅ Ian Collier ✅ Nick March ✅ Gail Nicol ✅ Rachel Culverwell ✅ Kate Cheney ✅ Kane Ridley ✅ Simeon Bowen ✅ Erin Meakin Don't miss out, book your place today 👉 http://bit.ly/3Mfzcta

We are thrilled to announce that we have been nominated for three more membership sector awards - for our magazine, our paralegal conference and mentoring programme. 📰 CITMA Review magazine has undergone a digital transformation, making complex subject matter more accessible and engaging. This has resulted in a 92% increase in page views and a 59% increase in unique users from 2022 to 2023. 🎤 Our inaugural CITMA Paralegal Conference provided a full day of tailored content and networking opportunities for this growing segment of our membership. The success of this event has led to its expansion for 2024, with the upcoming conference set to take place at the prestigious BMA House in London. 💥 Our mentoring programme, launched in October 2023, has already connected over 100 members in mentoring relationships, fostering valuable knowledge-sharing across experience levels within our community.

"While EU trade mark law gives an increased scope of protection to brands with a reputation, there are limits to that scope. "This case is an illustration of the limits on the distance between the goods applied for and those for which the brand is reputed." Geoff Weller sets out the details of Puma SE v EUIPO from January 2024:

📝📖 Places are going fast on our 2024/25 CITMA Paralegal Course, which equips participants to make the most of their professional potential by building key skills. 10 of our lecturers will be returning from 2023, ready to share their expertise. ✅ Sarah Cantrill ✅ Robecca Davey ✅ Triona Desmond ✅ Daniel Hardman-Smart (Daniel H.) ✅ Carol Nyahasha ✅ Kane Ridley ✅ Lynsey Stephenson ✅ Lucy Walker ✅ Catherine Wolfe ✅ Catherine Wiseman Book a spot on the course for yourself or a team member 👉https://lnkd.in/eZhuHTVE

When navigating US use requirements, there are lots of points for you to bear in mind. However, with the right guidance and knowledge, it doesn't have to be a challenge. Eric Mills sets out the key points for you to consider:

"In the intricate world of IP, professionals increasingly face a hidden adversary: money laundering. "This financial crime, which is often associated with the banking sector, has found a less conspicuous route in the realm of IP." Teal Compliance's Amy Bell sets out key tips for IP professionals when protecting against money laundering. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/ea4r9YcP

💪Do you know a  CITMA member who sits on a committee, steering group, taskforce or working group and has made a big impact through their contributions over the past 12 months? Celebrate their effort and hard work by nominating them for our brand-new Sheila Lesley Volunteer of the Year Award. Following a period of judging, the award will be presented to the winner at the CITMA Christmas Lunch in December.  

"It sounds a bit clichéd, but my proudest moment was securing my training contract. It took me five years before I got that final “Yes!”." Our Student Representative, Bird & Bird's April P., is now three months into her role - click below to read our interview with her

Feryal Clark, MP for Enfield North, been announced as the new Minister for IP. Her role as Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for AI and Digital Government will cover a broad portfolio, including intellectual property. We wish Ms. Clark the best of luck in her new role and look forward to working with her. Click here to read more about the appointment: