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Women make up roughly 57% of trademark associates, but only 37% of partners – exclusive data analysis

WTR 1000 Analytics data uncovers gender diversity trends at trademark practices in major jurisdictions, highlighting the need for further action to support female talent.

08 March 2023

How one Japanese IP lawyer is meeting gender challenges head on

Survey reveals that most female lawyers in Japan experience negative consequences on career due to childbirth and childcare

08 March 2023

“The traditional IP career pathway is breaking down”: how to continue supporting women in IP

WTR hears from Cordillera IP founder and former in-house counsel Lisa Ritchie about the evolving opportunities for women in the IP industry.

06 March 2023

Who are the IP industry’s icons? Help us to choose this year’s IP Hall of Fame inductees

WTR's our sister platform IAM has this week launched its annual search to identify outstanding individuals to induct into the IP Hall of Fame.

03 March 2023

“IP professionals need to do better” to address gender issues in Hong Kong’s IP industry

A study on the local legal sector reveals that women in law face gender bias and microaggressions daily.

02 March 2023

The 2023 WTR 1000, revealing the world’s leading trademark professionals, is out now

The guide serves as the definitive tool for those seeking stellar trademark expertise and partners worldwide.

07 February 2023

New WTR 1000 Analytics gives subscribers unparalleled insight into performance data

Alongside the 2023 WTR 1000, subscribers have access to a brand-new analytics tool, which provides unparalleled insight into performance data.

07 February 2023

Why the wider economic situation is the primary concern for trademark teams – new WTR report now available

In a recent survey of our WTR elite panel (available today), the wider economic situation emerged as the top concern for their trademark teams.

06 February 2023

USPTO suspends prolific filing attorney for numerous professional conduct violations

New order marks another instance of the USPTO taking action against attorneys for breaches in the past 12 months, signalling a zero-tolerance policy for such misconduct.

20 January 2023

"Law firms need to move faster": leading firms offer advice to improve DEI in legal profession

In an exclusive roundtable, DEI officers at global firms Dentons, Mayer Brown and White & Case discuss key initiatives, data collection and client collaboration to improve diversity, equity and inclusion in the legal profession.

12 January 2023

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