Tina

Senior Trainee Patent Attorney (Electrical Engineering)

Posts by Tina

Six things you didn’t know about a career in intellectual property
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Six things you didn’t know about a career in intellectual property

Despite intellectual property being an internationally recognised and respected profession, relatively little is known about what a career in IP actually entails. Terms including trade marks, copyright, design rights, and patents are often uttered in relation to roles in this field – but what do people really understand about a career in the profession?)…

Why more women should pursue careers within STEM and embrace their inner STEM superhero
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Why more women should pursue careers within STEM and embrace their inner STEM superhero

As soon as Jodie Whittaker jumped in her Tardis this week she changed gender role perceptions for a whole new generation of young women. The first female Doctor Who’s ground-breaking turn has not only served to challenge decades of attitudes towards traditionally male-dominated roles, but could even encourage a new wave of budding scientists to explore a career in science. STEM roles have traditionally experienced a gender divide, with more men than women pursuing a career across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics industries. However, intellectual property firm Wynne- Jones IP said STEM offers “unparalleled” opportunities to young women looking for a rewarding and enriching career.)…

What is a career in intellectual property really like?
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What is a career in intellectual property really like?

Graduates considering a career in intellectual property (IP) may have many questions. Do I need a degree in law? Do I need to have attended an elite university? What does a career in IP actually entail? These are just some of the many questions that many potential applicants may be pondering before making the move into IP. Luckily, two of leading intellectual property firm Wynne-Jones IP’s patent specialists are on hand to answer all of the burning questions. Here European Patent Attorney Christina Schiavone and Senior Trainee Patent Attorney Rebecca Quiney reveal what a job in intellectual property is really like …)…

Studying under pressure
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Studying under pressure

With the exam season once again on the horizon, it was the perfect time to watch LawCare’s webinar on “Top Tips for Studying Under Pressure” delivered by Elizabeth Rimmer on 22 May 2018. The webinar gave some useful tips on how to optimise your study time, and how to successfully navigate the exam period in one piece. Although some of the advice given may be nothing revolutionary, it serves as an important reminder to those who, like myself, tend to fall into some bad habits during exam season...)…

Tough Mudder Training Continued...
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Tough Mudder Training Continued...

This year, a few of the more adventurous members of the Wynne-Jones crew signed up to do the South West Tough Mudder challenge on Saturday 18 August 2018. A number of the trainees from both the Cheltenham and Cardiff Offices are taking part, as well as a couple of our Partners (!) and a few members of our amazing support team...)…