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13 April 2026

Venner Shipley exam success 2026

We are pleased to share recent exam successes for our associates and trainees. following excellent results across the UK final patent exams, the Postgraduate Certificate in IP Law at Queen Mary, University of London, and EQE Paper F.

Congratulations to Sophie Newgas, who is now a dual-qualified European and UK Patent Attorney.

We also congratulate Kyle Struther-Burgess on now being UK qualified, alongside Olivia Dunne, Jess Wilkinson, Spencer Knight, Sam Exton, Lisa Joseph, Ben Howell, Joseph Walker and Jake Tommey, all of whom have achieved excellent results in the latest round of exams and have taken significant strides towards qualification.

It has also been another outstanding year for those enrolled in the Postgraduate Certificate in IP Law at Queen Mary, University of London, with Ben Howell, Joseph Walker and Jake Tommey all passing with merit.

Partner, Peter Thorniley commented: “I am proud of the commitment and effort our associates and trainees have shown in developing their expertise. Their success in these exams not only pave the way for their future but also strengthens Venner Shipley as a whole. We look forward to seeing them continue to grow and excel in the field of intellectual property.”

Well done to all!