Name: Future-proof your drug development investment with robust IP search strategies
Start: 2024-07-24T16:00:00Z
End: 2024-07-24T16:00:54.000Z
Location: BrightTALK
Rating: 5

Legal Benchmarking Group delivers marketing and business development solutions for law firms around the world. 

Our products and services include research, surveys and rankings, covering the leading firms and practitioners by practice areas, industries, and jurisdiction. 

Our key legal directory brands are IFLR1000, IP STARS, World Tax, Benchmark Litigation, LMG Life Sciences and Asialaw.

We also provide co-publishing and thought leadership content services to legal and advisory firms through our market-leading premium content brands: IFLR, Managing IP, International Tax Review.

Join us on January 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM GMT for an exclusive session designed to help law firms elevate their submissions and maximise their chances of being recognised among the top performing law firms in 2026.

Led by our European Research team, this webinar will provide clear, practical guidance on what makes a standout submission and the key elements our researchers look for when assessing firms and lawyers for the 2026 rankings. 

If your goal is to secure recognition in next year’s results, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

In this webinar, you will learn:

An introduction to the IFLR1000 and IFLR Awards research process

The essential information our researchers look for in a submission

The details and evidence you should always include

What distinguishes a good submission from a great one

IFLR1000 2026 Research Webinar - Europe

High-stakes intellectual property (IP) decisions depend on the strength of your prior art searches. Yet even sophisticated teams continue to miss critical references – often not because of lack of effort but due to underlying human, linguistic, or strategic blind spots.

On December 11, Managing IP will host a webinar with experts from CAS to explore why these gaps persist and how practitioners can meaningfully reduce them.

Matt McBride, director of CAS IP Services, and Mike Axton, manager of the customer success team, will examine the following key areas:
• The ‘invisible hand’ in the search box – how human bias shapes decisions without being noticed;
• Efficiency versus exhaustiveness – knowing where diminishing returns begin and where risk remains;
• Degrees of separation in prior art (the ‘Kevin Bacon effect’) – when concept proximity matters more than keywords; and
• Semantic gaps in patent searching – the limitations of language and keyword reliance.

The session will break down the anatomy of common missed references, including poor query design, incomplete content sources, lack of subject-matter context, and over-reliance on automation. Real-world examples from drug discovery and complex technical fields will illustrate practical methods to de-risk critical searches, identify hidden gaps, and present findings clearly for internal decision-making.

The webinar is designed to assist IP search professionals, R&D teams, patent attorneys, and anyone responsible for due diligence or freedom-to-operate assessments. There will be a live Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to address their specific challenges.

Register now and join us at 3pm GMT (10am EST) on December 11.

From bias to breakthrough: how to strengthen IP search outcomes

Intellectual property (IP) professionals are drowning in administrative tasks while facing mounting pressure to deliver strategic value. This webinar cuts through the AI hype to reveal practical implementation strategies that leading IP teams use to transform their operations and demonstrate measurable ROI to leadership.

Drawing from real-world deployments, Paige Edwards, manager – legal vertical at Patsnap, will explore how forward-thinking IP departments and law firms are achieving dramatic productivity improvements while repositioning themselves as strategic business partners. You will learn about proven frameworks for AI adoption that minimise disruption while maximising impact.

The key takeaways will include:
• Proven ROI metrics – real data showing 75% efficiency gains in patent searches, prior art analysis, and portfolio management;
• An implementation roadmap – a step-by-step approach to introduce AI tools without overwhelming your team or budget;
• Quick wins identification – which AI applications deliver immediate results versus long-term strategic value;
• Change management strategies – how to get buy-in from sceptical colleagues and demonstrate value to C-suite executives; and
• Risk mitigation – common pitfalls in AI adoption and how market leaders successfully navigated them.

Whether you are exploring your first AI tool or scaling existing implementations, this session provides actionable insights to transform your IP operations from cost centre to competitive advantage. Attendees will leave with a clear roadmap tailored to your organisation's maturity level and resources.

The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to address their specific challenges. Register now and join us at 3pm BST (10am EDT) on October 16.

From 75% productivity gains to strategic advantage: real-world AI implementation roadmaps for IP teams

Join Head of Research Michael Rafalowich on October 1, 2025 at 3pm ET as he shares key dates, new developments, best practices, and more for this year's research cycle.

This webinar is also an opportunity to find out how to amplify your firm's submission and benefit from a live Q&A.

What to expect:

- Introduction to the 'three pillars' of the Benchmark Litigation research process
- Key insights about what our researchers are looking for
- Updates to jurisdiction coverage, ranking tables and submission formats
- The details you can and should you include in your submission
- Tips on making the submission process efficient
- Q&A.

Benchmark Canada 2026 Research Webinar

This Q&A webinar has been set up to accommodate people, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, who were unable to join or participate in our global webinar on 16 September.

Register for this webinar to ask questions about the research for the 2026 edition of IP STARS rankings and the Managing IP Awards programme. Registrants unable to join the live webinar will get an email notification about the recording.

Before you join this webinar, please make sure you listen to our global webinar at https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/8395/645443. You can send your questions in advance to research@managingip.com.

Read about the research on ipstars.com or www.ipstars.com/NewsAndAnalysis/The-research-for-the-IP-STARS-rankings-and-Managing-IP-Awards/Index/4176

IP STARS rankings and Managing IP Awards 2026 - Q&A session part II

Register for this webinar to learn about the research for the 2026 edition of IP STARS rankings and the Managing IP Awards programme. Registrants unable to join the live webinar will get an email notification about the recording.

Agenda
1. Learn about our research for the rankings and awards
2. An overview of the 2026 forms and how to use the submission portal
3. Best practice tips and key research dates
4. Q & A (you can send your questions in advance to research@managingip.com)

Please also read about the research at www.ipstars.com/NewsAndAnalysis/The-research-for-the-IP-STARS-rankings-and-Managing-IP-Awards/Index/4176 and listen to webinars for our 2025 edition at https://www.brighttalk.com/series/6742

IP STARS rankings and Managing IP Awards 2026 - Global webinar

我们将介绍调研方法论，指导您完成提交流程，并提供一些高效完成申报的技巧。演讲结束后还将设有在线问答环节。

Benchmark Litigation 中国 2026-调研研讨会

We will go through the research methodology, walk you through the submission process, and provide some tips to complete submissions efficiently. There will be a live Q&A portion at the end of the presentation.

Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific Research 2026

Intellectual property (IP) due diligence should be an integral part of M&A, but is often left until late in the process, when it serves primarily to highlight any red flags before the transaction concludes. Unlike other areas – such as those related to finance, legal, or HR – IP due diligence is often only carried out for specific situations. Omitting it, or performing it without the technical and legal knowledge required to understand the implications of IP, means any problems could be expensive to fix.

This webinar will discuss the pitfalls for companies conducting due diligence and those that are subject to it. Zacco senior partners Anders Fredriksson, Bent Lundsager, and Adam Brandt will discuss how to get the process right with Max Walters, the editor of MIP.

The first part of the webinar will support those investing in, partnering with, or acquiring other organisations. The focus will be on: 
• Asking the right questions early in the process; 
• Ensuring secure transfer of IP; 
• Confirming alignment between an organisation’s IP portfolio and product roadmap; and 
• Assessing cost implications for portfolio maintenance.

The webinar will then move on to guiding startups and SMEs in positioning themselves correctly for when IP due diligence questions are raised during funding rounds, for when they are seeking direct investment, or in preparation for an acquisition. The focus shifts to: 
• Establishing processes to record and manage IP interactions and portfolio growth; 
• Capturing idea development; and 
• Demonstrating the value of your IP portfolio and processes, making your company a more valuable prospect as a target.

The webinar will explore real-world scenarios, outline actionable steps, and explain how to future-proof deals. Whether you are a seasoned investor or an innovation-driven startup preparing for due diligence, this session will equip you with the insights needed to make smarter decisions – and avoid costly surprises.

IP due diligence: red flags, clearing hurdles, and adding value during M&A and investment

In this webinar, we will provide more information on the annual research process, including how to prepare submissions and the timescale of the research.

This is a unique opportunity to get guidance on legal directory submissions and ask questions. The webinar is recorded and will be available thereafter if you are unable to participate live. Simply register to receive notification of the recording.

Things to expect include:
• Introduction to asialaw research 2025
• Step-by-step guide to the submission process
• Timeline of the research
• asialaw Awards 2025
• Q&A

asialaw research 2025 | research webinar

Benchmark Litigation USA will share key research guidelines, timelines and helpful information for the upcoming research cycle. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Benchmark Litigation USA 2026 Research Webinar

立即注册我们线上调研研讨会，您将了解如何最大限度地利用调研表格所需的一切信息。如果您无法参加直播，您可以观看录制视频，但您必须完成注册以获得录屏。

我们的中国调研员沙淼将于2025年2月6日北京时间下午三点，与大家分享如何才能提交一份出色的调研表格，以及如何在 2025 年的排名中取得成功。

如果您想让贵所在 2025 年跻身表现最佳的律师事务所行列，那就一定不能错过这次机会！

您可以期待什么:

• IFLR1000 中国调研流程介绍
• 调研人员在调研表格中寻求哪些信息？
• 您应在调研表格中包含的具体信息
• 什么成就了一份优秀的调研表格？
• 线上答疑

IFLR1000中国2025调研研讨会|立即注册

Don't miss our live Q&A session with our Global Editor, Danielle Ngwana-Joseph on the 16th of January at 2pm GMT. 

During this session, you'll have the chance to get your top questions about the 2025 submission process answered. 


Learn how to maximise your submission and improve your chances of having your firm and lawyers recognised among the top performing law firms in 2025.

IFLR1000 Research Submission Live Q&A

Introducing Benchmark Litigation Europe's 2025 research webinar on Tuesday 10 December, 2024

We are thrilled to introduce Benchmark Litigation Europe Rankings and Awards for firms and lawyers, returning in 2025. With just two months to go before the research cycle officially launches, we invite you to register for the upcoming research webinar.

Join us on 10 December, 2024 at 3pm CET as we shares key dates, new developments, best practices, and more for the research cycle. This webinar is also an opportunity to find out how to amplify your firm's submission and benefit from a live Q&A.

What to expect:

- Introduction to the 'three pillars' of the Benchmark Litigation research process
- Key insights about what our researchers are looking for
- Updates to jurisdiction coverage, ranking tables and submission formats
- Tips on how to best complete your submission
- Q&A

For more information please contact: researchEU@benchmarklitigation.com.

Benchmark Litigation Europe Research Webinar

Join Managing IP and CAS at 3pm GMT (4pm CET) on December 4 to hear scientific intellectual property search experts explain how a tailored freedom-to-operate analysis can help avoid infringement and facilitate the path to market.

Exceed client expectations with an expertly curated freedom-to-operate analysis that guides and protects commercialisation. Learn why freedom-to-operate searches in scientific fields such as chemistry and biotechnology present unique challenges that require strategic precision. 

Join scientific intellectual property (IP) search experts Lucy Teixeira Antunes and Christine Hansen, PhD, to avoid infringement and go to market with confidence.

During this live webinar, you will learn about:
• Often overlooked challenges in scientific IP searching;
• Tips for navigating complex chemical and other scientific searches; and
• Example solutions to achieve accurate, relevant results.

Register today and gain practical insights into avoiding the pitfalls of freedom-to-operate patent searches in complex scientific fields.

Freedom-to-operate search tips from IP experts

Join Managing Editor Michael Rafalowich on October 8, 2024 at 3pm ET as he shares key dates, new developments, best practices, and more for this year's research cycle.

This webinar is also an opportunity to find out how to amplify your firm's submission and benefit from a live Q&A.

What to expect:

- Introduction to the 'three pillars' of the Benchmark Litigation research process
- Key insights about what our researchers are looking for
- Updates to jurisdiction coverage, ranking tables and submission formats
- The details you can and should you include in your submission
- Tips on making the submission process efficient
- Q&A.

Benchmark Canada 2025 Research Webinar

This Q&A webinar has been set up to accommodate people, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, who were unable to join or participate in our global webinar on 17 September. 

Register for this webinar to ask questions about the research for the 2025 edition of IP STARS rankings and the Managing IP Awards programme. Registrants unable to join the live webinar will get an email notification about the recording.

Please make sure you listen to our global webinar before joining this webinar.  You can send your questions in advance to research@managingip.com.

Read about the research on ipstars.com or www.ipstars.com/NewsAndAnalysis/The-research-for-the-IP-STARS-rankings-and-Managing-IP-Awards/Index/4176

IP STARS rankings and Managing IP Awards 2025

Register for this webinar to learn about the research for the 2025 edition of IP STARS rankings and the Managing IP Awards programme. Registrants unable to join the live webinar will get an email notification about the recording.

Agenda
1. Learn about our research for the rankings and awards
2. An overview of the 2025 forms and how to use the submission portal
3. Best practice tips and key research dates
4. Q & A (you can send your questions in advance to research@managingip.com)

Please also read about the research on ipstars.com or  www.ipstars.com/NewsAndAnalysis/The-research-for-the-IP-STARS-rankings-and-Managing-IP-Awards/Index/4176 and listen to our 2024 webinar at https://www.ipstars.com/NewsAndAnalysis/2024-research-webinar-recording-now-available/Index/9306

A lack of novelty from the initial patent filing to post-grant actions such as inter partes review or infringement litigation can cause you to lose time and money.

How do you beat these odds? Plan for a professional search upfront to improve your chance of your patent being granted and enforceable.

In this webinar, experts Anne Marie Clark, Ph.D., senior patent searcher at CAS, and Heidi Berven, Ph.D., a partner at Honigman, will share best practices for intellectual property (IP) searching, including:
• Essential novelty searches for pharmaceutical substances;
• Tips for advanced IP search strategies and how they help to protect your research investment; and
• The importance and hallmarks of trustworthy IP tools and partners.

Future-proof your drug development investment with robust IP search strategies

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