News

We will regularly keep these pages updated with all the latest news from across the firm, updated briefings and press releases on topical issues in the Intellectual Property world.

A comprehensive collection of our news releases is set out below, but you can use the tabs to access the specific types of articles.

If you are a journalist and require any further information about the firm please contact info@forresters.boldtype.website

James Cornford

EPO Fee Increases from 1 April 2020

The EPO has announced increases to some official fees with effect from 1 April 2020. Most fees have risen by …

UK government confirms it will not seek involvement in the UPC

It was announced last week that the UK will not seek to be part of the UPC.

The Unified Patent …

Prestigious awards to be presented to medical experts

Excitement is building for the annual Medilink WM Medical & Healthcare Business Awards, which brings together clinicians and researchers as …

EPO’s Technical Board of Appeal upholds decision to revoke key CRISPR/Cas9 patent

The EPO’s Technical Board of Appeal has upheld the decision of the Opposition Division to revoke The Broad Institute, Inc., …

Long-awaited Sky vs Skykick decision

The Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) handed down its long-awaited decision in the case of Sky v

Continuing our partnership with Birmingham Royal Ballet

There is an exciting twelve months ahead as we continue our support of the world-renowned Birmingham Royal Ballet.

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Emma Johnson

Own your inventions – why patents are so important to securing your business success.

When you come up with a good idea it can be hard to keep it to yourself. You want your …

Sheila Lesley, OBE

Sheila Lesley, OBE passed away peacefully on 22 November 2019.  Sheila was Senior Partner at Forresters from 1983 to 1996

BESTIE app proves a hit at Meridian Awards

A ground-breaking app that supports young people with their mental health needs has won an innovation award.

The BESTIE app …