A new network for paralegals in intellectual property – SAIPA (Swedish Association for Intellectual Property Administrators) – has been launched. Petra Tollén Waltré, our Paralegal Manager, is one of the founders of this organization, whose main purpose is to strengthen and promote this vital profession.

“We have identified a strong need for a forum where we can network and elevate our profession. Paralegals play a central role in managing intellectual property rights,” says Petra, who has 14 years of experience in the field.

Interest in the network has been high, with more than 140 people joining SAIPA’s LinkedIn group within just a few months. The formal founding meeting of SAIPA will take place on January 22, 2025, where a board and election committee will be chosen. The network will focus on professional development, education, and promoting the paralegal profession.

Want to become a member? Visit SAIPA’s LinkedIn group: SAIPA LinkedIn.