Wrays | Intellectual Property

Recent Australian Federal Court rulings emphasise the importance of conducting thorough due diligence trade mark searches before launching a new brand. Failing to check a trade mark's availability may compromise not only a trader’s ability to rely on honest concurrent use provisions in seeking trade mark registration, but good faith provisions as a defence to trade mark infringement. In our latest article, Wrays | Intellectual Property trade mark experts Kathy Mytton and Kate Maynard examine two of these recent decisions, both of which focus on whether the applicants conducted adequate due diligence searches before using their trade marks. https://lnkd.in/gFtK5bEM #wraysforinnovators #trademarks #intellectualproperty

"If we don't have semiconductors, we are not going to be able to operate as a society." - Australia's Chief Scientist Cathy Foley. Thank you to Semiconductor Australia for sharing this video of the insights and highlights of Semiconductor Australia 2024 - an area close to the hearts and technical expertise of Wrays | Intellectual Property. We were thrilled to be a part of the event and are already looking forward to next year. #wraysforinnovators #semiconductors #quantum #photonics #ai

Last night we joined the innovation community to celebrate this year’s winners of the WA Innovators of the Year Awards. Wrays | Intellectual Property is a proud sponsor of the awards and over the past few months has provided valuable IP training to assist the finalists to protect their innovative projects. Congratulations to the winners: 🏆Business News Great for the State Platinum Award winner and Rio Tinto Emerging Innovation winner Uluu - An alternative to plastic made from farmed seaweed 🏆Woodside Energy Platinum Award for Energy Innovation winner Nepternal Hydrogen - A semi-vapor electrolyser system for cost-effective green hydrogen production 🏆Rio Tinto Growth Innovation winner Deimos - A Visual Analysis Device replacing traditional manual methods of grain assessment 🏆Wesfarmers Wellbeing Platinum Award winner CoraMetix Pty Ltd - The next generation 3D-printed polymeric heart valve 🏆Western Australian Government Innovator of the Year winner Department of Fire and Emergency Services (ICT) - A statewide Radio over Internet Protocol system linking every Marine Rescue Group in the state Scott Vilé, Julia Hogan, Albert Ferraloro, Michael Pasquale #IOTY #WAIOTY #IOTY24 #wraysforinnovators

A shoutout to our innovative friends in the mining, energy, resources, oil & gas, space and defence sectors. If you're an Australian start-up, scale-up, or SME with cutting-edge technology or services, this is your opportunity to shine. Gain recognition, elevate your profile, showcase your business, and most importantly, celebrate your achievements! Wrays | Intellectual Property is once again a proud sponsor of the CORE Innovation Hub Hot 30 awards. #wraysforinnovators #mining #energy #resources #space #defence

It’s day one of the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) 2024 Annual Meeting in National Harbor, Maryland and our colleagues Natalie Shoolman and Simon Weisman have hit the ground running. They are joining over 1500 IP professionals from around the world for three days of panels, skill workshops and networking. Hot topics on offer are: ⚖️ Updates on the Unified Patent Court ⚖️ Trademark Counterfeit Enforcement ⚖️ March-In Rights Under the Bayh-Dole Act ⚖️ Harmonization, Patent Litigation and DEI in IP   Thanks to Natalie and Simon for representing Wrays | Intellectual Property and safe travels for the rest of the trip! #wraysforinnovators #intellectualproperty #IP #Iitigation

Semiconductors are the backbone of modern technology, and Australia is stepping into the spotlight in this critical field with its high-quality research and niche capabilities in telecommunications, healthcare, and quantum technologies. In our latest article, semiconductor expert Dr Phil Burns, PhD explores Australia’s thriving semiconductor sector and the patent trends in high-impact areas. Drawing on his extensive experience, Phil also discusses how Australia can tackle various challenges to develop a strong and competitive semiconductor landscape. https://lnkd.in/deAUSuk3 #wraysforinnovators #semiconductors #photonics #quantum #intellectualproperty

On Thursday, our CEO of Wrays | Intellectual Property, Paula Adamson, will join a distinguished panel at the Semiconductor Australia conference. This event brings together Australia’s top quantum, semiconductor, and photonics innovators to discuss strategies for bolstering the nation’s capabilities in this critical sector. Paula's extensive background in defence, intellectual property, government, and management consulting, equips her with the strategic insights needed to strengthen the sector’s presence and identify emerging trends in local and international technology and entrepreneurial markets. Virtual tickets are free and in-person tickets are still available. Register: https://lnkd.in/g8dbcFnv Nathan Simiana, Deloitte | Marc Kennis, Pitt Street Research | James Berman, Bell Potter Securities | James Walker, Scalare Partners | Mike Nicholls, Main Sequence and Patrick Stewart, Radium Capital #wraysforinnovators #semiconductors #photonics #quantum #AI #intellectualproperty

Congratulations to BioNSW for hosting a fantastic sold-out event last night. It was a wonderful opportunity for the NSW biotech community to connect, share updates and ideas, and enjoy some great wine together. As advocates for the NSW life science community, Wrays | Intellectual Property was thrilled to sponsor this event and looks forward to future collaborations with this thriving sector. Brad Walsh | Julia Hill | Anthony Murray | Paula Adamson | Gary Cox | Grant Shoebridge | Nadia Pece-Barbara, PhD | Simon Weisman | Louisa King   #wraysforinnovators #lifesciences #intellectualproperty #biotechnology #pharma

For most businesses, maintaining comprehensive records is a legal requirement, essential for making informed decisions and ensuring compliance with tax and superannuation obligations. But amidst the sea of financial data, one invaluable asset often gets overshadowed, your trade mark. From navigating potential disputes to defending your brand against claims of non-use, understanding the importance of keeping good trade mark records could be the difference between a thriving business and one that falters under legal scrutiny. In this article, Wrays | Intellectual Property Trade Mark Attorney Kate Howard explores why maintaining a detailed record of your trade mark’s usage is essential, the types of evidence you should collect, and the best practices to ensure you’re prepared for any legal challenges that may arise.   #wraysforinnovators #trademarks #intellectualproperty https://lnkd.in/g_Nk8gK5

Wrays | Intellectual Property is looking forward to attending two upcoming conferences in the USA. Natalie Shoolman and Dr Simon Weisman are attending the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) Annual Meeting in National Harbor, and the Pharma & Biotech Patent Litigation Summit, North America in Philadelphia.   Natalie is a Principal Lawyer and Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Wrays. Natalie specialises in IP advisory and disputes involving intellectual property and technology, drawing on more than 20 years’ experience across a wide range of industries including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, mining, software, telecommunications, government, clean energy, and consumer goods.   Simon is a Principal Patent Attorney with over 18 years of experience providing strategic intellectual property advice to biotechnology, life sciences and pharmaceutical clients including corporates and research institutes. Simon specialises in assisting clients to protect their IP and manage their patent portfolios.   If you are attending these conferences and would like to meet our Wrays representatives, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.   natalie.shoolman@wrays.com.au | simon.weisman@wrays.com.au   #wraysforinnovators #AIPLA2024 #patentlitigation #intellectualproperty