Professional Associations:
The Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA) is the professional and examining body for patent attorneys in the United Kingdom.
The Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi) came into existence pursuant to the European Patent Convention (EPC).
The independent regulatory body for the Patent Attorney and Trade Mark Attorney professions In the United Kingdom.
Patent and Trade Mark Offices:
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.
The EPO’s core activity is the search and examination of patent applications and the grant of European patents.
EUIPO is the European Union Intellectual Property Office responsible for managing the EU trade mark and the registered Community design.
Other Organisations
ScotlandIS represents and supports businesses and organisations creating & delivering digital products and services.
Technology Scotland is the representative body for the Emerging and Enabling (E&E) Technology Community in Scotland.
A group of like-minded professionals working in IP, committed to improving equality, diversity and inclusivity in our community.
Startup Grind is a global startup community designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs. It is powered by Google for Entrepreneurs.
The International Trademark Association (INTA) is a global association of brand owners and professionals dedicated to supporting trademarks and related intellectual property.
