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What is the latest on EU trade mark reforms?

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Published on: 27 June 2017
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  • What were the principal amendments to the EU Trade Mark Regulation which were introduced by Regulation (EU) 2015/2424 in March 2016?
  • What impact have these amendments had on brand owners?
  • What changes will come into force in October 2017 and what steps can IP lawyers take to ensure their clients are prepared for them?
  • Will the UK’s decision to leave the EU have any impact on the package of EU trade mark reforms?

Article summary

IP analysis: Guy Wilmot, partner at Russell-Cooke, reports on the impact of the changes introduced to the EU Trade Mark Regulation and outlines steps that practitioners should take to get ready for the next stage

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