Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property is probably the most valuable asset many companies hold. Managing, protecting and exploiting the Intellectual Property is a difficult but essential procedure.

Our Intellectual Property team (experts in several fields, including trademark and patents) is exclusive in its strength in advising on both contentious and transactional IP matters. We are also experienced in tackling problems the moment they arise, from preventing misuse of your Intellectual Property Rights to defending you against allegations of infringement.

We provide complete advice in Intellectual Property matters, including:

Copyright and trademarks +-

Our specialist team advises trademark, copyright, domain names and database rights holders and users, to manage, enforce, protect and exploit their rights across a range of creative industries. We advise on the most appropriate and cost-effective brand protection strategies, as well as the enforcement and defence of your rights.

 

 

Commercialisation of IP +-

We work closely with our clients to develop bespoke strategies for maximising the value of their IP. We advise on a range of commercial arrangements, including trademark licensing, distribution agreements, sponsorship agreements and franchising deals.

Our Intellectual and industrial property department also offers advice on the drafting and negotiating of contracts relating to the licensing and use of intellectual property rights, patent and know-how assignment and licensing contracts, software development, non-disclosure agreements and technology transfer contracts, etc.