Can an SME claimant insist on litigating in its local language when facing a multinational defendant at the UPC? In an order dated 8 October 2026 (UPC_CoA_73/2026) in Esko v In(k)control, the UPC Court of Appeal upheld the earlier decision of the Brussels Local Division to refuse the request of the defendant in infringement proceedings (multinational Esko) to change the language of the proceedings from Dutch to English under Article 49(5) UPCA. Visit UK site
Confidentiality at the UPC: What litigators need to know Managing confidential information is a critical aspect of litigation before the Unified Patent Court. Alex Rogers examines the UPC’s evolving approach to confidentiality, from confidentiality clubs and access restrictions between parties to public access to court files, offering practical guidance on how to protect sensitive information while navigating the Court’s procedural requirements. Visit UK site
Brand Appeal In this edition we are looking at various principles of English contract law and how they apply to contracts involving trade marks and brands. Visit UK site
Brand Appeal - FIFA World Cup Special 2026 In this edition we are looking at various principles of English contract law and how they apply to contracts involving trade marks and brands. Visit UK site
Brand Appeal In this edition we are looking at various principles of English contract law and how they apply to contracts involving trade marks and brands. Visit UK site
Haseltine Lake Kempner announces new promotions We’re pleased to share the latest promotions across Haseltine Lake Kempner. These colleagues have consistently demonstrated strong performance, collaboration, and a commitment to our values – making a meaningful impact for our clients and across our teams. Visit UK site
