This new starter guide provides an introduction to IP law. It is aimed at trainee solicitors and those who are new to IP as a practice area.
This new starter guide focuses on the basic principles that apply. It contains links to the core IP materials in Lexis+® UK, explains how to sign up for the IP daily and weekly Lexis+® UK news alerts, and includes links to other Lexis®+ UK sources and materials which provide more comprehensive information on the topics covered.
Those who are new to IP law are also likely to find the Overviews in each of the subtopics in the IP practice area useful. These Overviews summarise the law relating to a particular right or issue, providing links to relevant content within the subtopic to help navigate the area concerned. For an example, see: Copyright & associated rights—overview and Copyright Disputes—overview.
Where something is not covered by this basic guide, you can browse further Lexis+® UK content within the IP practice area.
What do IP lawyers do?
IP concerns intangible rights such as copyright,
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