Brand owners seeking to expand their product offerings should conduct thorough trade mark searches to ensure their marks are clear for use in new categories. In White International Pty Ltd v WHITES POWERSPORTS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD [2025] ATMO 157, the trade mark applicant, Whites Powersports, sought registration in various classes including 7, 8, and 9 …
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In the recent decision of Dyno Nobel v Orica Explosives, Justice Downes needed to decide the correct date at which the disclosure of a novelty citation is assessed-the date of publication of the citation or the priority date of the patent in issue. Her honour noted that various authorities supported the proposition that the correct …
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Fresh off the press from the UK Court of Appeal is a decision concerning the pharmaceutical drug Xtandi (Enzalutamide). Xtandi is indicated in various oncology treatments in Australia and is listed at number 19 the of top 200 selling pharmaceuticals by retail in 2024. Keen-eyed medicinal chemists will notice that the previously published compound RD162 …
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The emergence of protein degraders, including proteolysis-targeting chimeras (PROTACs) and molecular glues, represents one of the most exciting shifts in drug discovery over the past 20 years. By harnessing the body’s own protein disposal machinery, protein degraders can selectively remove disease-causing proteins, opening the door to treatments for previously ‘undruggable’ targets. Recent clinical milestones, such …
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Trade mark owners and non-use removal applicants have been offered a reminder of the importance of considering any obstacles to the use of a trade mark by the decision in Thomas v Monsoon Group. The removal applicant who was successful before the Trade Mark Office did not contest the appeal, paving the way for the …
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We are pleased to announce IPO is now offering Assisted AI Patent Searches. The reports provide a researcher assisted AI Patent search which is modified and focused by using keyword and/or IPC/CPCs. The reports are usually provided without review or classification and can be a very useful and cost-effective initial patent search, especially for cost-conscious …
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Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick is thrilled to announce the elevation of Dr Jessica Chadbourne to be a Principal of the firm. Jess has been a member of the Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick Sydney Chemistry and Life Sciences team since 2022 and is primarily involved in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in Australia and around the world for both …
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After 47 years on Collins Street, including 10 years at 333 Collins, Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick is excited to announce our relocation to 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. “While the move marks the end of a memorable chapter, we’re excited to begin a new one at 2 Lonsdale. Our new premises have been designed to foster greater …
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In the recent decision of Aqua HD [2025] APO 2, the Delegate denied a request for an extension of time made by a patent applicant’s trustee, who had been appointed by the court to wind down the company following insolvency proceedings. The Delegate concluded that the trustee failed to demonstrate that any force majeure events were causally linked to …
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It is with great sadness that we advise that former Principal of POF, David Tadgell, passed away a few days ago. David joined Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick in 1983 and became a partner in 1993. David was a key member of the Chemistry & Life Sciences group at POF and served on our management committee and …
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