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Framework of Business and Property Courts sets ‘solid groundwork for success’

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Published on: 13 October 2017

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Original News
What is the background to launch of the new BCPs
What will this mean in practical terms for IP lawyers?
Do you think the changes will be successful in achieving what they were intended to achieve?
What other court or procedural changes are coming that will affect IP lawyers?
What are the trends in this area and do you have any predictions for the future?

Article summary

IP analysis: Morag Macdonald, partner at Bird & Bird LLP, London considers the impact of the recent launch of Business and Property Courts (BPCs) on the intellectual property (IP) sector.

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