In the News
Apr 3, 2023 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Paul Commander to the position of Partner.
Events
Mar 22, 2023 | Tags: Events, In the News
In recognition of World IP Day 2023, Abel + Imray will be offering free intellectual property consultations both in person (at our offices in the UK and Netherlands) and via video conference.
Insight
Mar 8, 2023 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Recognising and celebrating International Women's Day.
In the News
Feb 22, 2023 | Tags: In the News
It is good to see recent coverage of our team in various Delft magazines. You can view the articles below:
In the News
Feb 1, 2023 | Tags: In the News
Floating solar panels, targets for green hydrogen and autonomous wind farms feature in our renewable energy quarterly news roundup.
Insight
Dec 6, 2022 | Tags: Insight, In the News
The Unified Patent Court has announced that it will now open on 1 June 2023 rather than 1 April 2023 as previously stated.
In the News
Nov 15, 2022 | Tags: In the News
Our Delft office recently celebrated its 1st anniversary and we were delighted to be joined by a number of new and old contacts, clients and some colleagues from our UK offices to celebrate this mile...
Insight
Oct 10, 2022 | Tags: Insight, In the News
The UPC Preparatory Committee has announced that Europe’s new Patent Court will open for business on 1 April 2023.
In the News
Oct 3, 2022 | Tags: In the News
We are very pleased to announce that Katy Pellow and Shaun Curtis have been promoted to the role of Associate.
Events
Aug 11, 2022 | Tags: Events, In the News
We were proud sponsors of the Bath Cycling Club 'hilly' road race day on Sunday 7 August.
Insight
Aug 10, 2022 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Roper Rhodes worked with Abel + Imray to patent their innovative Secure-Fix Quick Release technology.
Events
Jul 20, 2022 | Tags: Events, In the News
We champion diversity and inclusivity, and are proud to be supporting Bath Cycling Club in bringing the Women’s National B road race to their race day on Sunday 7 August.
In the News
Jul 11, 2022 | Tags: In the News
Congratulations to Anne-Marie Conn, Peri Jones and Sam Read on passing their European Qualifying Exams (EQE).
Events
Jun 7, 2022 | Tags: Events, In the News
We’re excited to be exhibiting at the UK’s dedicated micromobility event hosted by the University of Warwick on Thursday, 9 June.
In the News
May 18, 2022 | Tags: In the News
Colleagues from our Bath and Cardiff offices played on the hallowed ground of Twerton Park yesterday evening in the first Bath City FC partners tournament. Abel + Imray competed against 7 other local...
In the News
May 12, 2022 | Tags: In the News
Yesterday colleagues in our Bath, Cardiff, Delft and London offices paused for tea and cake to reconnect and to discuss mental wellbeing. This was in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week 9 – 1...
In the News
May 9, 2022 | Tags: In the News
We are thrilled to announce that Sofia Arenal has joined Abel & Imray LLP as a senior member of our trade mark team.
In the News
Apr 1, 2022 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to announce the following promotions.
Events
Mar 8, 2022 | Tags: Events, In the News
Abel + Imray is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Through our Diversity and Inclusivity Committee we seek to achieve this ambition thro...
Events
Dec 9, 2021 | Tags: Events, In the News
A week ago (2 December) we attended the 16th MediWales Innovation Awards in Cardiff. This year we were proud to sponsor the Innovation award and colleague Tim Hewson presented this to worthy recipie...
In the News
Nov 2, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Wij zijn erg verheugd om aan te kondigen dat we deze week een kantoor in Delft hebben geopend.
In the News
Nov 1, 2021 | Tags: In the News
As from 1 November 2021, Abel + Imray (“the Partnership”) has converted from a partnership under the Partnership Act 1890 to Abel & Imray LLP (“the LLP”).
Insight
Oct 20, 2021 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Grant funding applications are open to West of England businesses to help with the costs of an IP Audit and the implementation of any recommendations.
In the News
Oct 7, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray are excited to be collaborating with the Science Angel Syndicate (SAS) community of entrepreneurs and investors.
In the News
Oct 1, 2021 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Gavin Hackett, Natasha Perks and Sarah Phillips, each to the position of Associate.
In the News
Sep 14, 2021 | Tags: In the News
To celebrate our 150th year we recently held a ‘country fair’ style party to enable many of our team to get together in person after 18 months of remote working and to recognise this milestone in the...
In the News
Sep 6, 2021 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to announce the opening of our new Dutch Office in the city of Delft later this autumn, with two experienced European Trade Mark attorneys joining our team. Opening in November 2021...
Insight
Aug 31, 2021 | Tags: Insight, In the News
A new government strategy offers up to £5,000 to help SMEs and innovative businesses protect and commercialise their IP in an attempt to support a post-pandemic recovery. The IP Access grants can be ...
In the News
Jul 22, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Congratulations to Anne Wagner and Olivia Vanstone on passing their Queen Mary Trade Mark course.
In the News
Jul 15, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Read the latest development, summarised by Tim Hewson, HERE.
In the News
Jun 23, 2021 | Tags: In the News
This year to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day 2021, we asked some of our new trainees what inspired them to work in this field. You can also read what other colleagues shared last yea...
In the News
Jun 22, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Congratulations to our hard-working colleagues who have recently passed their European Qualifying Exams (EQEs) exams and are now qualified European Patent Attorneys.
In the News
Jun 21, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Don’t miss the deadline – the window for re-registering pending EU rights in the UK expires at the end of September.
In the News
Jun 15, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Are you a UK company with a .eu domain name? Are you about to lose it because of Brexit? If you are a UK company with one or more .eu domain names and have not yet taken any action, post Brexit, to s...
In the News
Jun 14, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Congratulations to our colleagues who have been recognised by Managing IP in their annual rankings for European and UK IP firms and leading practitioners.
In the News
May 27, 2021 | Tags: In the News
We were contacted recently by Ivan U. who had saved a variety of patent documents dating back to 1888. The documents were amongst a range of historical artefacts that had been destined for destructio...
In the News
May 24, 2021 | Tags: In the News
One of many reasons to be cheerful this spring is that football supporters are starting to be allowed to return to stadiums in a reduced capacity. This is fantastic news for the beautiful game, with...
Insight
Apr 26, 2021 | Tags: Insight, In the News
As a European and UK patent and trade mark firm we understand how important intellectual property (IP) can be to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and their commercial growth. World Intellect...
In the News
Mar 29, 2021 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to share the recent news that Anne-Marie Conn, one of our trainee patent attorneys, has been awarded the Strode prize by the Council of CIPA (the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorn...
Insight
Mar 9, 2021 | Tags: Insight, In the News
With the UK Chancellor announcing a Corporation Tax increase from 2023 for larger businesses in the March 2021 Budget it would seem that the attractiveness of Patent Box is likely to increase amongst...
In the News
Mar 4, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Monday 8 March is International Women’s Day. This year, we have chosen to focus not on celebrating women’s achievements but on highlighting one of the harsher inequalities that women still face in t...
In the News
Feb 4, 2021 | Tags: In the News
Founded in 1871 by Charles Abel and John Imray as a firm of "consulting engineers and patent agents", we are one of the oldest firms in the UK still to be trading under the names of our original foun...
In the News
Nov 20, 2020 | Tags: In the News
The UKIPO has announced that the address for service rules in the UK will change from 1 January 2021 onwards, subject to the necessary legislation being enacted by then.
In the News
Nov 16, 2020 | Tags: In the News
16th - 22nd November marks Careers in Ideas week, raising awareness of the different roles and career paths in the intellectual property (IP) profession.
In the News
Oct 1, 2020 | Tags: In the News
A report published by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA) - Innovation in batteries and electricity storage – a global analysis based on patent data, - shows th...
In the News
Jun 23, 2020 | Tags: In the News
To celebrate International Women in Engineering Day (23/6/2020), we are featuring some of our female patent attorneys working in this field.
In the News
Jun 22, 2020 | Tags: In the News
Update:22 June 2020
In the News
Jun 11, 2020 | Tags: In the News
Who's Who Legal conducts independent research with general counsel and private practitioners worldwide to identify the leading patent agents and attorneys. Individuals who score very highly in their ...
In the News
May 20, 2020 | Tags: In the News
According to the UN, three-quarters of the world’s major conflicts have a cultural dimension. Bridging the gap between cultures is urgent and necessary for peace, stability and development.
In the News
Apr 30, 2020 | Tags: In the News
Congratulations to our colleagues who have been recognised as IP Stars in 2020 by Managing IP.
In the News
Apr 20, 2020 | Tags: In the News
We collaborate with a range of businesses who are innovating for a greener and sustainable future.
In the News
Mar 30, 2020 | Tags: In the News
Entrepreneurs are always quick to spot an opportunity and it has not taken long for a number of people and businesses to try to capitalise on the worldwide infamy of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 by fil...
In the News
Mar 30, 2020 | Tags: In the News
The Intellectual Property Office is declaring 24 March 2020 and subsequent days until further notice to be interrupted days.
In the News
Mar 12, 2020 | Tags: In the News
The UK Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, announced funding boost for organisations that innovate with a pledge to more than double spending on UK government research and development by 2024.
In the News
Jan 6, 2020 | Tags: In the News
Former Abel + Imray partner and colleague Richard Mair begins his tenure as CIPA President.
Events
Oct 7, 2019 | Tags: Events, In the News
CBD (Cannabidoil) is a hot topic right now, and as the CBD market continues to mature we seek to learn more about the latest research, policy changes and business opportunities arising from the secto...
In the News
Oct 1, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray are delighted to announce the following promotions recognising the significant impact and contribution these 5 colleagues have made to the firm.
In the News
Sep 19, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray hosted a drinks reception opposite the London Eye that enabled us to meet over 100 new and existing friends and colleagues who were attending the AIPPI Congress in London in September 20...
In the News
Sep 17, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray announced as new grandstand sponsor for Bath City FC
In the News
Sep 5, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray are delighted to be supporting the Wales Start Up Awards in 2019.
Insight
Aug 21, 2019 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Baffled by Boris and the ‘no-deal’ Brexit scenario?
In the News
Jul 23, 2019 | Tags: In the News
We’ve always known that Abel + Imray is a leading IP Law Firm and it’s great to be independently recognised by the FT and Statista as one of the top 150 firms in Europe.
In the News
Jul 4, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray understand the importance of protecting our digital environment from the increasing threat of cyber-attack and we have recently been awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus Certificate.
In the News
Jul 3, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Have you ever had puppies crashing your laptop, or perhaps you've been covered in sardines, no? Well how about a child getting ‘Alexa’ to play loud music? According to IP professionals these can be ...
In the News
Jun 26, 2019 | Tags: In the News
We brought together a mix of food and drink producers and experts to discuss how to build brand that makes an impact.
Insight
Jun 17, 2019 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Danielle shares three top tips on building a strong brand in the latest printed edition of FDMB Magazine (out soon)
In the News
Apr 26, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray colleague Peri Jones shares an insight into the sports industry in celebration of World IP Day 2019 (Reach for Gold: IP and Sports)
In the News
Apr 11, 2019 | Tags: In the News
The UK and the EU have agreed to postpone the date of the UK leaving the EU. Tomorrow’s deadline of 12 April 2019 has now been extended to 31 October 2019 which averts the immediate prospect of a “n...
In the News
Apr 4, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Abel + Imray are pleased to announce they have become the Brand Protection & IP Partner to North West Food and Drink Means Business.
In the News
Feb 18, 2019 | Tags: In the News
James Ford and Sarah Phillips from Abel + Imray will be speaking at ACI’s 6th Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management Summit.
In the News
Feb 13, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Businesses from across the region attended a seminar on understanding and commercialising the value of their IP.
In the News
Feb 7, 2019 | Tags: In the News
Our 3rd food and drink sector event looked more broadly at intellectual property in this fast moving industry.
In the News
Jan 30, 2019 | Tags: In the News
“What I’ve heard today has made me think differently about growing my business and I’ll be adapting my plan”
Events
Jan 17, 2019 | Tags: Events, In the News
We are supporting Enterprise Nation at the StartUp 2019 event in London on Saturday 19th January 2019.
Insight
Jan 16, 2019 | Tags: Insight, In the News
Events
Jan 10, 2019 | Tags: Events, In the News
James Ford and Sarah Phillips from Abel + Imray will be guest speakers at ACI’s 6th Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management Summit.
Events
Dec 17, 2018 | Tags: Events, In the News
Abel + Imray are delighted to be powering the Enterprise Nation StartUp 2019 'Build your brand zone' at Kings College London on Saturday 19th January 2019.
Events
Dec 4, 2018 | Tags: Events, In the News
Colleagues from Abel + Imray will be participating and exhibiting at two events today (4th December 2018) organised by MediWales.
Events
Dec 3, 2018 | Tags: Events, In the News
Event series: Building a brand with impact.
In the News
Nov 12, 2018 | Tags: In the News
We are delighted to be recognised again as a leading firm of Patent and Trade Mark attorneys by Legal 500.
In the News
Nov 7, 2018 | Tags: In the News
Amongst the Rising Stars.
