Intellectual Property Conference

Our next annual Intellectual Property Seminar will take place on the 24 September 2025 at our office in Birmingham. This year’s event will explore some of the most topical and challenging developments in IP law, offering practical insight to support strategic decision-making.

Join us for an expert-led session exploring some of the most topical issues in intellectual property law and practice:

• Partner and Head of Intellectual Property at Shakespeare Martineau, Nick Briggs will examine the current state of play in the Getty v Stability AI litigation, discussing its broader implications for AI and IP, with reference to developments across key jurisdictions.
• Selina Hinchliffe, Partner at Shakespeare Martineau, will delve into international brand deals, highlighting key considerations when purchasing brand portfolios, managing risk, conducting due diligence, and navigating licensing arrangements.
• Kerry Russell, Partner at Shakespeare Martineau, who specialises in IP infringement disputes and patent litigation across a range of technologies, will review recent developments in patent litigation, examining key cases and emerging trends.
• Mitchell Beebe, Barrister at 11 South Square, will offer an in-depth analysis of the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Iconix v Dream Pairs Europe, the question of post sale confusion, and what this means for trade mark owners enforcing their rights.

This seminar is designed to inform and equip professionals responsible for managing, protecting, or advising on IP assets in today’s complex legal and commercial environment.

Trade mark and patent attorneys as well as representatives from businesses with significant intellectual property portfolios.