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Trade mark law appeals to me because it sits at the intersection of law, business and brand strategy. I enjoy helping clients make practical decisions about their intellectual property, whether that involves protecting a new brand, managing an international portfolio, resolving a dispute or negotiating a commercial arrangement.
I advise clients on all aspects of trade mark protection, from clearance and filing strategy through to portfolio management, enforcement and disputes. A significant part of my practice involves contentious proceedings before the UK Intellectual Property Office, including oppositions, revocation actions and invalidity proceedings. I enjoy the strategic aspects of contentious work and helping clients assess risk, identify the most effective course of action and achieve commercially sensible outcomes.
Alongside trade mark portfolio work, I regularly advise on the intellectual property aspects of commercial transactions and agreements, including licences, coexistence agreements, settlement agreements and brand-related contractual arrangements. I particularly enjoy finding pragmatic solutions that balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
I work closely with in-house legal teams and business stakeholders, often acting as an extension of the client’s own team. Many of my clients operate internationally and I have extensive experience coordinating global trade mark portfolios, working with trusted local counsel to manage filing, enforcement and dispute strategies across multiple jurisdictions.
As businesses grow, launch new products and enter new markets, trade mark protection needs to evolve alongside them. I enjoy helping clients navigate these challenges, whether that involves selecting and clearing new brands, resolving conflicts with third parties, negotiating commercial solutions or reviewing portfolios to ensure they remain aligned with the needs of the business.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is developing long-term relationships with clients and gaining a detailed understanding of their organisations. That understanding enables me to provide advice that is not only technically sound, but also practical, commercial and tailored to the client’s objectives.
