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Kilburn & Strode partners sign IP Inclusive Leaders’ Pledge

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Kilburn & Strode partners sign IP Inclusive Leaders’ Pledge

We were one of the first signatories of the IP Inclusive Charter and we are part of IP Inclusive’s senior leaders’ think tank, which has now launched the new ‘Leaders’ Pledge’.

How to progress in your career and stay true to yourself

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How to progress in your career and stay true to yourself

Even today, it is more difficult for a woman to reach a senior position in IP than it is for a man. While the IP industry seems to be going in the right direction, there are still issues and behaviour...

Voices of Pride: LGBTQ+ Allies

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Voices of Pride: LGBTQ+ Allies

We don’t just celebrate diversity this month. It’s something our firm celebrates every minute of every day. We work our best inclusively, both with clients and with each other.

Kilburn & Strode retains its 2-star ranking in the Best Companies survey and gains new awards

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Kilburn & Strode retains its 2-star ranking in the Best Companies survey and gains new awards

We are thrilled that, despite the stressful year COVID has dealt us, we have again earned a 2 Star accreditation in Best Companies to Work For.

Five ways to improve wellbeing

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Five ways to improve wellbeing

This week many firms have been observing Mental Health Awareness Week, engaging in activities and events designed to help us improve our wellbeing and reconnect through nature.

Kilburn & Strode pro bono activity for NHS Charity leads to successful appeal

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Kilburn & Strode pro bono activity for NHS Charity leads to successful appeal

Our dedication to helping individuals and communities obtain justice for their patents and trade mark disputes is one of the stand-out reasons why many clients choose to work with us.

If I could say one thing ...to male allies

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If I could say one thing ...to male allies

Welcome to the third instalment of our series for international Women’s Day “If I could say one thing”. We will hear words of wisdom and advice from three leading women in Intellectual Property.

If I could say one thing ...to women working in a male-dominated environment

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If I could say one thing ...to women working in a male-dominated environment

Welcome to the second instalment of our series for international Women’s Day “If I could say one thing”. We will hear words of wisdom and advice from three leading women in Intellectual Property.

If I could say one thing …to my younger self at the start of my career

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If I could say one thing …to my younger self at the start of my career

Welcome to the first instalment of our series for international Women’s Day “If I could say one thing”. We will hear words of wisdom and advice from three leading women in Intellectual Property.

Take away the office and what happens?

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Take away the office and what happens?

For many years, many professional services organisations were afraid of allowing people to work at home. As an HR person I heard that all the time.

Wellbeing - Adding health to the trademark practice agenda

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Wellbeing - Adding health to the trademark practice agenda

Whether working in the corporate or law firm environment, trademark practice leaders should ensure that they have a considered wellbeing strategy in place

World IP Day

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World IP Day

Sunday 26 April is world intellectual property day – a day to celebrate the role that intellectual property (IP) rights play in encouraging innovation and creativity.

The long road to gender parity

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The long road to gender parity

It’s time to talk. Using excerpts from PWC’s report “Time to talk” as a starting point for discussion, Senior Associate Juliet Hibbert shares her thoughts on the gender parity issue in the legal sect...

The Sunday Times ‘Top 100 Best Companies’ recognises Kilburn & Strode with a 2-star ranking

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The Sunday Times ‘Top 100 Best Companies’ recognises Kilburn & Strode with a 2-star ranking

Kilburn & Strode has been recognised as a 2-star company Trainee Daniel Wood gives us an overview of how we have got here and what this means.

Sharing the joy: A patent attorney's view on Kilburn & Strode’s shared parental leave policy

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Sharing the joy: A patent attorney's view on Kilburn & Strode’s shared parental leave policy

Training as a patent attorney requires commitment. Professional exams need to be passed. This takes time. For many, the need to sit exams coincides with a stage of life when we may consider starting a...

Standing proud

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Standing proud

Voices from across industry speak openly about inspiration, impact, and the essence of Pride.

Making an impact: Treatments for HIV and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

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Making an impact: Treatments for HIV and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

Recent advances have led to enormous progress in preventing transmission of HIV. We’re looking at the history of the virus, the impact of recent developments on the LGBTQ+ community and some of the in...

Kilburn & Strode signs the Time to Change employer Pledge

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Kilburn & Strode signs the Time to Change employer Pledge

At Kilburn & Strode we value diversity and inclusion. We want everyone to be themselves at work. Our goal is support and promote good mental health and that means we are happy to talk about it and pro...

Kilburn & Strode’s Innovation for All Foundation enables young people embarking on a career in STEM and tackles digital exclusion

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Kilburn & Strode’s Innovation for All Foundation enables young people embarking on a career in STEM and tackles digital exclusion

On World IP Day 2019, Kilburn & Strode is proud to announce the first grants from its Innovation for All Foundation to charities Generating Genius and Lifeshare.

Kilburn & Strode volunteers help homeless people get ahead on the job market

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Kilburn & Strode volunteers help homeless people get ahead on the job market

Facilitated by the 999 Club, a charity committed to sustainable employment and housing solutions for people affected by homelessness, the partnership is designed to help those in need improve their em...

An act of balance: Voices of leading female trailblazers

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An act of balance: Voices of leading female trailblazers

This year, International Women´s Day runs under the themes #BalanceforBetter. How is it possible that in this day and age, we still don’t live in a world of gender balance and equal rights?

Happy Holidays from Kilburn & Strode

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Happy Holidays from Kilburn & Strode

We're wishing you a wonderful festive season and a happy start to 2019!

Why LGBTQAI+ pride is important

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Why LGBTQAI+ pride is important

Partner Tom Leonard muses on the history of LGBTQAI+ Pride and why it is as important as ever.

Kilburn & Strode launches Innovation for All Foundation on World IP Day 2018

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Kilburn & Strode launches Innovation for All Foundation on World IP Day 2018

Giving back to create change: On World IP Day 2018, Kilburn & Strode launches our Innovation for All Foundation.

Improving Employee Well-being: Drop by Drop

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Improving Employee Well-being: Drop by Drop

Employers are always thirsty for ways to keep their people healthy and well.

How likely is Little Miss Inventor to be awarded a patent?

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How likely is Little Miss Inventor to be awarded a patent?

A new member will be joining the Mr Men and Little Miss series, and we couldn’t be happier with Adam Hargreaves’ choice of character.

A qLegal talk from Google in-house counsel at our new offices

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A qLegal talk from Google in-house counsel at our new offices

A group of students attended our offices from Queen Mary University of London’s qLegal programme. The students participated in an interactive session on issues for start-ups, led by David Shanks, Seni...

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