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A long running dispute between Sky Plc (Sky) and SkyKick has come to a head, with the UK Supreme Court providing clarity after eight years of contention on whether applying for broad specifications of goods and services is considered bad faith if there is no intention of use at the time of filing. Our latest article by Victoria Watts, Jessica Tye, and Mikhail M. summarise the UK Supreme Court decision and explain what it means for New Zealand businesses. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gC5YU2rf #UKSupremeCourt #trademarks #IPlitigation #intellectualproperty

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has partnered with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) to introduce a new Patent Prosecution Highway programme on 1 November 2024. In our latest article, patent experts Sarah Barclay and Erica Cassie share how the programme allows you to accelerate the examination of a patent application in China or New Zealand when an equivalent application has been found at least partially patentable in the other country. Read more at https://lnkd.in/ett8DDEn #patents #PatentProsecutionHighway #IPONZ #CNIPA

This week, senior members of our Trade Mark and Litigation & Commercial teams are attending the International Trademark Association (INTA) Leadership Meeting in New Orleans. The focus of the meeting is to bring together experts from across the globe to shape the future of the IP landscape.   The AJ Park team on the ground at INTA represent what makes AJ Park the #1 intellectual property firm in New Zealand. With a wealth of experience working across geographical boundaries, they naturally take a global perspective to their work whilst nurturing what is in their own backyard in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Being a part of different teams in a full-service IP firm means they can leverage innovative systems and make collaboration across departments seamless, enhancing their service offering to clients and associates.   Our future-focused team is not just passionate about IP, but also committed to nurturing the next generation of IP leaders. They lay the foundation for their team to grow and thrive, supporting their pursuit of knowledge, innovation, and excellence. It also provides for a skilled team of practitioners at different career levels to deliver exceptional client service.   Here’s to our continued commitment to setting the standard for IP excellence in New Zealand and beyond 🚀   David Harper Thomas Huthwaite Victoria Watts   #AJParkLeads #Leadership2024 

AJ Park Senior Associate Blake Carey recently authored an article for The Licensing Journal by Wolters Kluwer. In the article "The Executor, the Estate, and the Exclusive Licence: Key Lessons from a Recent Trade Mark Saga in New Zealand", Blake shares key learnings from a case involving an All Black legend and his JONAH LOMU trade mark. Read the full article below. #trademarks #litigation #intellectualproperty

We’re thrilled to have five of our talented Principals selected as IAM Global Leaders for 2025. The list recognises leading experts from around the world who excel in the patent field. Please join us in congratulating Anton Blijlevens, David Simunic, Duncan de Geest, Michael Brown and Wes Jones. Earning a spot as an IAM Global Leader requires being ranked in the IAM Patent 1000. It's great to see their expertise, dedication to innovation, and top-notch client service recognised on the global stage. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gPKrc42t #IAM #globalleaders #patents

Join our Auckland Team as an Office Coordinator!   We’re looking for an enthusiastic, people-centered Office Coordinator to join AJ Park in Auckland! If you’re energetic, highly organised, and love creating an inviting and seamless office environment, this could be your perfect role. As our Office Coordinator, you’ll be the go-to person for keeping our office running smoothly, from coordinating events to managing supplies and making everyone feel welcome. This full-time, in-office role is hands-on and varied, offering plenty of opportunities to show off your problem-solving skills and friendly demeanour. Find out more about the opportunity below! #officecoordinator #energetic #enthusiastic #organised

This week, our team came together in Auckland and Wellington for a vibrant Diwali lunch. Our people enjoyed traditional dishes, including biryani, palak paneer, dal tadka, pyaaz ke pakode, samosas, raita. The talented Nikita Nigam from our Wellington office helped with the decorations and did all the Rangoli drawings herself. We’re grateful for everyone who joined to celebrate and look to new beginnings. May this Diwali bring joy, prosperity, and success to all! #HappyDiwali #Teamcelebration #AJPark

The United States (US) is one of the few countries in the world requiring trade mark owners periodically file declarations proving use of their trade mark in trade in the US, for the goods or services covered by their trade mark. Failure to prove use results in the loss of registered rights. Why? The aim is to ensure the integrity of the US Federal Trade Marks Register – no trade mark squatters allowed! Read the full article by trade mark expert Sarah Harrison at https://lnkd.in/gprUGCMw #USPTO #trademarks #intellectualproperty

🌴 Did you know Samoa is one of the first places in the world to see the sunrise? 🌴 Each day, Samoa is one of the first places in the world to see the sunrise due to its location near the International Date Line. In 2011, Samoa decided to switch time zones to the west of the Date Line to improve trade relations with Australia and New Zealand, effectively skipping 30 December 2011. AJ Park has extensive experience navigating the different Pacific Island legal systems, and through the process have built strong relationships with the local registries and agents. View our guide to learn about safeguarding your IP in Samoa and the Pacific Islands: https://lnkd.in/gtqBtSmN #intellectualproperty #pacificislands #samoa

We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Peter Montgomery, CEO and co-founder of Clever First Aid. Alongside his innovative team, he has developed an intelligent first-aid cabinet for the workplace that can instantly detect when supplies need to be replaced. Clever First Aid is poised for significant global expansion, already operating in five countries, with a focus on Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Peter says, "... it's a global mission worth pursuing. We're passionate about helping our customers create safer workplaces for their teams. And AJ Park has been a crucial partner in our endeavors." AJ Park Principal Anton Blijlevens has worked with Peter for over 25 years on patent protection for various innovations. It's been a fantastic experience working with Clever First Aid and sharing their vision for workplace safety. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/gZ-HNJnK #CleverFirstAid #GlobalGrowth #Innovation #Patents #IntellectualProperty