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Regulated firms: get ready for the FCA's new non-financial misconduct rules. In this episode, financial services partner Sebastian Sayer and employment associate Connie Shaw discuss: what NFM means; why the FCA is increasing scrutiny in this area; how workplace conduct can have regulatory consequences; and the practical steps firms should take before 1 September 2026.  With the implementation dead...

Searchers: think carefully before agreeing to share a solicitor with your investor. In this episode, corporate partner Bryan Shaw breaks down: why early legal engagement matters; where investor and searcher interests begin to diverge; how conflicts can derail a transaction; and why independent representation can actually reduce friction.  A practical discussion for anyone navigating the search fun...

In the first episode of our new series, The Edit - Fashion and the Law, partner Steve Sidkin and associate Ashkon Camyab dive into how fashion brands are being targeted online through domain squatting and highly convincing imitation websites. They unpack the scale of the problem, the tactics used by bad actors, from typosquatting to AI-driven replica sites, and the real impact on brand reputation...

To celebrate World IP Day 2026 on 26 April, the Fox Williams IP team have launched a special series of episodes on our Forward Thinking podcast, exploring a range of topics. In our final episode, Lucy Marlow is joined by Rachel Williams from Women in Sport to discuss the evolving landscape of women's sport, highlighting both the progress being made and the challenges that remain. They cover topics...

As part of our World IP Day series,  we share some the most asked questions and misconceptions. This short episode covers commonly misunderstood points around IP terminology and everyday brand use, including the difference between TM and ®, what copyright notices do (and do not do), and how these concepts are often applied in real business scenarios. While these issues may seem straightforward, th...

In this episode, we discuss some of the more substantive misconceptions that can affect how intellectual property is protected, owned and enforced in practice. The discussion covers a range of issues that frequently arise for growing and established businesses, including: Whether registering a company name or domain name provides brand protection How trademark rights operate across different juris...

To mark World IP Day, we share the 15 practical tips to help businesses manage, protect and extract value from their intellectual property.   The episode covers the full lifecycle of IP, from initial audit through to enforcement and commercialisation. It looks at how businesses can identify gaps in their existing rights, protect brands early, and ensure their IP strategy keeps pace with commercial...

Welcome to our podcast series Founder Stories. In today's episode, we're joined by Chantal Epp, founder and CEO of ClicknClear, a music rights tech company delivering officially licensed music to athletes, teams, and performing arts ensembles around the world who use music in their routines. What began as a personal passion for Cheerleading and the challenge of not having the right to use music in...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Claire Given founder of Equipmii. Equipmii was founded by Claire Given, who was born with one hand, frustrated by years of buying products—from prams to hair appliances—only to find them difficult to use, she began to challenge to status quo. Equipmii aims to make shopping work for everybody! Listen to the episode t...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Wendy Jephson CEO and Co-founder of Let's Think. Let's Think is a software company with a vision to help the people of the world think brilliantly. Bridging the gap between Generative AI architectures and breakthrough research in Human Expertise Formalisation, their pioneering Behavioural Science AI technology is ev...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Catherine Chan CEO of Juice. Juice provides e-commerce businesses with the nutrients to grow healthily. With Lines of Credit and Strategic Guidance, they empower every founder to create informed decision-making processes. Listen to the episode to hear more about Catherine's journey to becoming a CEO and creating her...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Zainab Alebiosu founder of MedPort. MedPort is a leading telemedicine provider committed to transforming the healthcare experience. They provide a comprehensive range of telemedicine services, allowing patients to consult with healthcare professionals from around the world from the comfort of their own homes. Listen...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Thembisa Cochrane from Caspian Films. Caspian Films is a production company founded in 2018 by producers Thembisa Cochrane and Georgie Paget to make engaging, entertaining films with unique voices and fresh perspectives for international audiences. Listen to the episode to hear more about Thembisa's journey to becom...

Welcome to our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak with Laura Salisbury from KnitRegen. KnitRegen is an award winning wearable MedTech start-up developing patent-pending 'wearable therapy', in the form of smart textile components that are integrated into everyday garments. Listen to the episode to hear more about her journey to becoming a founder and developing KnitRegen...

Welcome back to series two of our podcast series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode we speak with Danielle Close, founder of My Skin Feels. My Skin Feels is a skincare brand, created by Danielle, with the mission to make products that focus on how they make you feel, all the while being as planet-friendly, people-friendly and skin-friendly as possible. Listen to the episode to hear more about h...

Welcome back to another episode our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to Annabel Sharpe and Radhika Srinivasan , co-founders of  H Salon  they share their journey to becoming a founders. Annabel and Radhika created H Salon as a solution to thier own hair struggles, delveoping products to help with scalp health and hair growth. If you are interested in learning more about H Sal...

Welcome back to another episode our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to  Nneka Fleming , co-founder of  Airfro , she shares her journey to becoming a founder. Airfro  offers natural haircare solutions for active lifestyles and was co-founded by Nneka when she struggled to find hair products that worked for her and her kid's curly hair. She created her brand with natural ingre...

Welcome back to another episode our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to Liliana Reasor, founder of Suprafin, she shares her journey to becoming a founder. Suprafin offers  Risk & Compliance Intelligence Solutions for companies. Using their Gen AI platform, automates risk   management and compliance tasks, helping companies improve efficiency and reduce risk.  Listen to the ep...

Welcome back to another episode our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to Jane Fisher, founder of Imii , she shares her journey to becoming a founder. Imii is an app created to be your digital assistant for moving abroad. It helps with practical advice on housing, healthcare, legal paperwork, and even connects you to local communities and resources. Jane created this app follow...

Welcome back to another episode our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to  Tatiana Botskina , founder of  Deriskly , she shares her journey to becoming a founder. Deriskly is an AI solutions focused business that allows regulated businesses to enhance customer understanding of their communications. Tatiana talks about her journey to creating Deriskly, the challenges she's overc...

Welcome back to episode four of our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode, we speak to  Jodhi Aghimien , founder of PullFit, she shares her journey to becoming a founder.   PullFit is an online marketplace where stylists and brands can connect, conduct business and raise their portfolios. As a stylist and costume designer herself, Jodhi knows first-hand the struggles of getting access to br...

Welcome back to episode three of our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode we speak to  Bilkis Miah , founder of  Y ou Be You  who shares her journey to becoming a founder. You Be You is a life skills app developed for children in schools, celebrating diversity, fostering inclusivity, and empowering young minds with essential life skills. Bilkis shares her inspiring story and journey and sh...

Welcome back to episode two of our series 'Founder Stories'. In today's episode we speak to Alexandra Oti, co-founder of  Unravel Health  who shares her journey to becoming a founder. Our founder stories series shines a light on the remarkable journeys of underrepresented founders. As part of our ongoing efforts to support diverse entrepreneurial talent, we've created a platform where these inspir...

Welcome to our brand new podcast Forward Thinking. Our first series 'Founder Stories' shines a light on the remarkable journeys of underrepresented founders. As part of our ongoing efforts to support diverse entrepreneurial talent, we've created a platform where these inspiring people share their stories, lessons learned, and the unique challenges they've overcome. Throughout this series, we'll de...