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2026 IP STARS by Managing IP: New Regional Recognitions and 13 Individual Honours

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2026 IP STARS by Managing IP: New Regional Recognitions and 13 Individual Honours

United Trademark & Patent Services (UTMPS) is proud to announce another outstanding year in the 2026 IP STARS rankings by Managing IP, with expanded firm recognition across its regional network and 13 practitioners receiving individual honours.

The 2026 results mark an important milestone for the firm, with new firm recommendations for Intellectual Property in Egypt, Jordan and across the GCC, further strengthening UTMPS’ regional standing. In addition, the firm’s Copyright & Related Rights practice in the United Arab Emirates has been recognised for the first time, reflecting the continued growth and breadth of its intellectual property capabilities.

This year’s rankings also recognise the achievements of several practitioners across the firm’s offices, including a number receiving IP STARS recognition for the first time.

Trade Mark Stars

Patent Star

Notable Practitioners

Rising Stars

Alongside these individual achievements, UTMPS has been recommended for its Intellectual Property practice in Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan and the GCC, while also maintaining recognition for its copyright, patent and trade mark practices in the UAE.

The 2026 rankings reflect the continued growth of the firm’s intellectual property practice and the dedication of its professionals across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. They also reinforce UTMPS’ longstanding commitment to delivering strategic, commercially focused intellectual property services to clients ranging from emerging businesses to some of the world’s leading brands.

UTMPS extends its sincere congratulations to all those recognised and thanks its clients, associates and colleagues for their continued trust and support. As the firm continues to expand its regional presence and expertise, these achievements serve as further recognition of the strength, collaboration and excellence of its teams across every jurisdiction in which it operates.

Qatar IP Office Temporarily Closed During the Official Mourning Period Following the Passing of the Father Emir

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We extend our sincere condolences to the Government and people of the State of Qatar following the passing of the Father Emir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the nation during this time of mourning.

The Amiri Diwan has declared an official mourning period, during which work at government ministries, public institutions and authorities has been temporarily suspended.

Accordingly, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, including the Qatar Intellectual Property Office, has suspended its operations. The Office is expected to resume normal business on 19 July 2026.

In view of the temporary closure, all statutory and administrative deadlines relating to intellectual property matters that fall during the suspension period will be extended to the first official working day following the reopening of the Office, namely 19 July 2026. This includes deadlines relating to trademark applications, renewals, recordals, oppositions and other official filings.

Our team is closely monitoring the situation and reviewing all affected matters. We will attend to all filings and other pending actions as soon as the Office resumes operations to ensure that our clients’ rights remain fully protected.