Max Walters is an Editor at Managing IP. He focuses on all aspects of intellectual property, particularly trademark and copyright matters in Europe, while also covering themes in law and legal affairs, legal tech, and business economics. Max's insights and expertise have been featured in The Lawyer and Managing IP.
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Max Walters' coverage mainly involves legal and compliance issues, particularly in the intellectual property sector. He frequently conducts interviews with professionals and covers news related to trademarks, patents, and other legal aspects of the industry.
Given his focus on exclusive interviews and government announcements in the legal field, he may be interested in pitches that offer access to high-profile experts or individuals with unique insights into recent developments within the intellectual property space. Additionally, providing data-backed analysis or information about significant private sector announcements could also capture his interest.
While Max's geographic focus is not specified, it's evident that his coverage spans international topics within the legal industry. Therefore, relevant pitches should consider a global perspective when addressing intellectual property matters.
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Former professional cricketer Ben Scott talks through the challenges of building a legal tech platform, transitioning from sportsman to entrepreneur and why he believes he has found a gap in the market
As firms expand into integrated IP services, recent hires show the model's appeal – but high-profile departures reveal how quickly questions of depth and durability can emerge
From Türkiye to Poland and Nigeria, firms with deep local roots continue to dominate the top tier, proving that market expertise can outweigh international scale in many CEE, Middle Eastern and African jurisdictions
