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Ben Cain says that if you’re a copyright owner of artwork or any work that is subject to copyright rights, it would be a good idea to keep an eye on Temu. Read more here from Radio New Zealand: tinyurl.com/4cwepzzw

Kate Wilson explores registered and unregistered IP rights and how to maximise their synergies in her latest article. Read more: tinyurl.com/3hwzesd2

We are pleased to support Soda Inc’s new Business Fundamentals courses. Do you have a business idea but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a new business owner unsure what your responsibilities are? Read more: shorturl.at/MEmEN

Britta Fromow summarises global patenting activity in space technologies with data obtained from the World Intellectual Property Organisation, showing significant increases in R&D investment in this field. Read more: tinyurl.com/yxuwxhn7

Associate Edward Chen discusses three common issues that arise in the trade mark examination process in China which trade mark applicants must be made aware of. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc3ese7b

Supermarket News Magazine through New Zealand Beverage Council interviewed Ben Cain on his quest to ensure that those proposing to launch new products on the market are properly armed with trade mark and design registration information. Read more: tinyurl.com/5ek8ahyp

Nick Mountford discusses a recent decision of the Australian Patent Office that illustrates the risk of placing too much trust in related party transactions. Read more: tinyurl.com/5b8pdbks

Kate Wilson discusses using IP strategy to supercharge brand value. Read more: tinyurl.com/4w65ntes

We are pleased to share that the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers has recognised eight James & Wells intellectual property specialists as The Best Lawyers in New Zealand. Read more: tinyurl.com/2s4cnfty

The Consumer Guarantees Act is a powerful and well known piece of legislation in New Zealand. However, consumers continue to be misled or deceived as to their rights under the Act. Ben Cain discusses. Read More: shorturl.at/Wlz5G

When drafting patent applications at each stage of the process – from provisional applications to complete – it can be difficult to predict the future opportunities and challenges faced by a business. Janelle Borham explains: shorturl.at/rFQq8

Own It or Lose It: Why SMB's Can't Ignore Intellectual Property. Partner Ben Cain discusses this topic and more in the latest episode of the Better SMB Podcast hosted by David Altena and Rob Bull Robert Bull, a must-listen podcast for all SMB's. creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/be…

We are delighted to share that James & Wells has been ranked as leading firm by IAM 1000 and ten of our experts recognised as leading practitioners. Read more: jamesandwells.com/intl/james-wel…

In case you've been off planet, "Navigating the New Frontiers: Lessons in Intellectual Property from New Zealand’s Aerospace Innovation History" by Jonathon Lucas and Hemi Jones is a fascinating read - check it out on our website now! jamesandwells.com/nz/navigating-…

“IP Strategy” or “IP Policy”? In this latest article, seasoned intellectual property strategist and James & Wells IP Consultant, Kate Wilson, discusses the synergies and differences between IP Policy and IP Strategy. jamesandwells.com/nz/ip-policy-v…

We are delighted to announce Richard Clement has been promoted to Special Counsel in the Patents Team, James Rowland promoted to Senior Associate in the Litigation and Commercial Team and Brianna Hunt promoted to IP Assistant. Congratulations to Richard, James and Brianna!

We are thrilled to announce two newly registered attorneys: Dr Taylor Smallwood in our Brisbane office and Dr Sam Fraser in our Christchurch office. Both are registered patent attorneys (Australia & New Zealand) and registered trade mark attorneys (Australia). Congrats to both!

We are delighted to announce promotions! Richard Clement has been promoted to Special Counsel in the Patents Team, James Rowland to Senior Associate in the Litigation and Commercial Team and Brianna Hunt to IP Assistant. Congratulations to each of you!

We are thrilled to announce Dr Taylor Smallwood in our Brisbane office and Dr Sam Fraser in our Christchurch office are now registered patent attorneys (Australia & New Zealand) and registered trade mark attorneys (Australia). Please join us in congratulating them!

In her latest article, Kate Wilson, Consultant and IP Strategist. discusses whether infringement of IP rights can actually be worth it for an IP owner. jamesandwells.com/nz/infringemen…