MoranLaw

17/06/2026

The is working hard to ensure tamariki across Aotearoa stay warm and cosy this hōtoke with the PJ Project.

Our MoranLaw team are pictured below with some of the brand-new, pyjamas we have gathered to support the PJ Project who are providing them to children aged 1–16.

If you’d like to get involved, visit the link below to donate online or drop a new pair of PJs at your local The Warehouse store. Donations are open until 30 June.

🔗https://www.kindness.org.nz/pjproject?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22400021741&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi8nRBhDhARIsAHZf_paFW0tNjNybJ4vWGK7MjAcC-HOwSGo455pw-ItafGRYYI1KDWYSOaUaAoXoEALw_wcB

16/06/2026

Meet the Team: Chelcie Kite (nee Lutton)!

Introducing Chelcie, a key member of our For Families, Elevated Trust Management and Not-For-Profit teams.

Chelcie's passion, enthusiasm, drive and expertise are invaluable to our practice and we love coming to work with her every day.

You rock, Chelcie!

Learn more about Chelcie on our website 🔗https://moranlaw.co/chelcie-kite-moranlaw

15/06/2026

Most trade mark disputes play out quietly between parties away from the public eye.

This one hasn’t.

The ongoing dispute between Patagonia and drag queen environmentalist Pattie Gonia has turned a technical area of trade mark law into a public, cultural flashpoint — raising questions about identity, parody, enforcement, and how social media reshapes legal disputes.

Read Lizzie Harvey's latest blog to find out what's going on with Patagonia and Pattie Gonia.

What's going on with Patagonia vs. Pattie Gonia? The current lawsuit highlights the clash between trademark rights and personal identity in a cultural moment centered on activism and branding.

12/06/2026

We're thrilled to have been paired with local artist Scott Savage for Life Flight's trail taking place in Pōneke later this year. Scott is a Te Whanganui a Tara based designer, toy maker and sculptor.

Painting of our giant is well underway and we're looking forward to sharing sneak peeks of progress before the reveal of the finished sculpture when the trail opens on 14 September 🐝

10/06/2026

Recently IP Australia released its annual IP report, looking at statistics, research and trends from 2025.

Notable trends included the link between trade mark registration and business performance for local businesses, the record number of filings in 2025 and the increase of direct filing for both national and international applicants.

Amanda Griffiths examines some of the key insights and the encouraging signs for brand owners.

IP Australia's latest report reveals record trade mark filings in 2025, showcasing strong brand activity and international growth trends. Discover key insights for brand owners.

07/06/2026

A fantastic recognition for the team at MoranLaw 👏

We’re delighted to see Scott Moran, Amanda Griffiths, and MoranLaw named in the latest IP STARS (Managing IP's rankings publication) guide.

⭐Scott Moran - Trade mark Star

⭐Amanda Griffiths - Trade mark Star

⭐MoranLaw - Trusted Talent Firms

05/06/2026

Chelcie and Lizzie had the absolute pleasure of being hosted by our friends at ASB Bank last night (thank you Andy!) at the ExportNZ ASB Central Region Export Awards.

They enjoyed making new connections, the generous hospitality of .nz in the Parliament Banquet Hall, and of course celebrating the deserving awards winners who are taking their products and services to the world.

Congratulations to businesses T&R Interior Systems, Mufftech, PikPok and Double Vision Brewing, along with the Everyday Heros winners Liz Johnston from The Village Goldsmith, Clint Keil from Taylor Preston and Mark Clifford from Hirtenberger DefenceTechnologyLtd 🥳

29/05/2026

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial and Corporate Lawyer to join our team.

Some things we think are pretty neat about working at MoranLaw:

- The work you'll be doing is varied and interesting, and we support some really fantastic clients who are doing awesome things
- It's a high-trust environment, so you can get on and deliver great work
- You'll be supported to grow, with plenty of opportunity for learning, mentoring, networking and events
- We love to celebrate our people, so you'll be recognised for what you do, welcomed for who you are and have some fun along the way
- We're committed to supporting our community, with cool partnerships like World of WearableArt (WOW), Wellington Gold Awards and

Read more about the role here: https://moranlaw.co/commercial-and-corporate-lawyer

To apply, or if you'd like to know more, get in touch with Sara on [email protected]

27/05/2026

Congratulations to our Law Clerk Lucas d'Arbois de Jubainville on graduating from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in History. The MoranLaw team were so proud to cheer Lucas on as he marched in the Faculty of Law parade down Lambton Quay. We can't wait to celebrate again later this year when he completes his professional studies and is admitted to the bar as a barrister and solicitor of the high court. Ka rawe Lucas!

25/05/2026

Hot off the press - the MoranLaw intellectual property team's highlights from a week in London during the International Trademark Association (INTA)'s annual meeting.

Click the link below to read about:

🤝 Meaningful connections;
🌆 Appreciation for the London landscape;
🎭 A memorable evening in the West End; and
💚 Gratitude for the MoranLaw team.

MoranLaw's team shares highlights from the 2026 INTA meeting in London, reflecting on meaningful connections and memorable experiences during a busy week.