Topic: Diversity and inclusion

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Trademark operations benchmarking 2023 (corporate practice)

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We delve into the key corporate findings from this year’s WTR Benchmarking Survey, presenting a panoramic view of this ever-changing landscape.

08 June 2023

USPTO website ranked world’s most accessible IP office web platform

The USPTO has topped the list of the most accessible IP office websites for the first time, with director Kathi Vidal telling WTR that “it is imperative that our digital resources are accessible to all”. 

01 June 2023

Future Annual Meeting locations revealed, Digital Danny and calls to action: takeaways from the INTA Annual Meeting opening ceremony 

The 2023 INTA Annual Meeting has been officially opened by 2023 president Jomarie Fredericks. We present some important takeaways from the opening addresses.

17 May 2023

Malaysian IP practice has “no glass ceiling”, but why are younger female lawyers leaving?

Maxis IP specialist Kimberly Tey discusses gender representation and women leaders in the legal field.

10 March 2023

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

“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

Interview exclusive: UKIPO director of people and place on culture and opportunity

Penny Phillpotts, director of people and place at the UK Intellectual Property Office, discusses the agency’s efforts to create a culture that benefits staff, customers and the community alike.

06 February 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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