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Samantha Ludemann is a proficient legal professional in the field of Intellectual Property law, holding a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Canterbury and further legal training from the Institute of Professional Legal Studies in Christchurch. Her previous role as a Senior Trade Mark Examiner at the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand equipped her with the expertise to scrutinise both national and international trade mark applications, ensuring strict compliance with legal standards. This experience laid a strong foundation for her understanding of trade mark law's nuanced complexities. Now an associate at XVII Degrees, Samantha provides comprehensive advice on various Intellectual Property matters. Her services include creating brand protection strategies, conducting availability searches, and managing opposition proceedings. She is also experienced in handling removal actions, filing and prosecuting trade mark applications, and preparing essential evidence of use. With a robust background in managing extensive international trade mark portfolios, Samantha's skills extend globally, providing her clients with thorough and effective IP protection and enforcement strategies.
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Intellectual Property Associate
XVII Degrees
Feb 2024 - Present • 2 years 9 months
Senior Trade Mark Examiner
Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ)
Apr 2023 - Feb 2024 • 10 months
Trade Mark Examiner
Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ)
Oct 2021 - Apr 2023 • 1 year 6 months
Associate Trade Mark Examiner
Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ)
Aug 2020 - Nov 2021 • 1 year 3 months
Law Clerk
Holdaway Law
Nov 2019 - Feb 2020 • 3 months
Law Clerk
Zealand Immigration Ltd
Jun 2019 - Sep 2019 • 3 months
Professional Responsibility
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
2018 - 2019
Bachelor's degree, Law
University of Canterbury
2014 - 2018
Last checked: 14 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
