Intellectual Property

In the modern world where intellectual property can be worth more than the businesses they represent, it is vital for the success of any business the ability to
protect their intellectual property and extract maximum value from it.

At the cutting edge of intellectual property law developments, we can provide innovative advice across the full range including Trademarks, Copyright, Designs and Confidential Information. Our clients range from large multi-national enterprises, to SMEs, charities, individuals and entrepreneurs. We provide a full service from the acquisition, exploitation and protection of intellectual property, through to its commercial use and the handling of infringement and other contentious issues.

We also have a thriving corporate and commercial department which assists clients with a variety of matters often associated with non-contentious IP transactions, including preparing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements. We regularly provide expert legal advice on the following issues:

1. Copyright infringements
2. Trade marks
3. Passing off disputes
4. Database rights
5. Design rights
6. Licensing and franchising
7. Trade secrets and know-how
8. Image rights and endorsements
9. Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements