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As aircraft and spacecraft are expected to operate for longer, under increasingly demanding thermal, chemical and mechanical conditions, aerospace materials must continue to evolve.
Lisa Neilson Elevated to Principal at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick
Lisa has been a member of the Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick Sydney Trade Marks team since 2024 when she joined as a Senior Associate. Lisa provides advice to local and overseas clients on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters.
Chris Schlicht
1 July 2026
Australia’s Quantum Opportunity May Be Broader than Quantum Computing
Quantum technologies are often understood as being synonymous with quantum computing. In a set of recently announced Executive Orders, the United States has sought to accelerate quantum computing, sensing, networking and post-quantum cybersecurity.
Dr Winney Yang
1 July 2026
When Are Directors Personally Liable for IP Infringement?
Pursuing allegations of IP rights infringement against a company director, in addition to the company, can significantly impact the conduct and resolution of the dispute. Substantially more pressure may be placed on the alleged infringing parties. If proceedings are commenced, the director may have to be represented separately to the company if the interests of the two parties do not align.
Chris Schlicht
19 June 2026
When Do Design Rights Arise, And How Can They Be Enforced?
Understanding how a registered design is examined, when infringement may arise, and how design rights can be enforced is essential for protecting the commercial value of your product. Whether you are looking to strengthen your position before entering the market, respond to a competitor’s actions, or take steps to defend your rights, clear advice at each stage can make a significant difference. This article provides an overview of the design protection lifecycle – from examination through to strategic enforcement.
Davin Merritt
19 June 2026