Protecting your intellectual property in 2021

March 24, 2021

Protecting your intellectual property in 2021

Intellectual property law, including patents and trade marks, is essential to a functioning globalised economy. James & Wells Partner, Gus Hazel, and other leading voices in the industry speak to Australasian Lawyer Magazine about what they see as the key issues at the forefront of IP legislation. Download the printable pdf.

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