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Intellectual property is a key business asset encompassing patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Protecting and leveraging these assets requires powerful legal guidance to ensure rights are enforceable.
Whether securing new rights, enforcing existing protections, or resolving disputes, our approach combines legal expertise with commercial insight to maximise the value and security of intellectual property.
Intellectual Property Services
We advise on all aspects of intellectual property, including:
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Registration, protection, and licensing
Registration, protection, and licensing
Securing your intellectual assets is the first step to commercialisation. We manage the registration and licensing of your key IP rights.
- Registering trademarks, patents, and designs
- Drafting and negotiating licensing agreements
- Advising on copyright protection and ownership
- Managing IP renewals and portfolio maintenance
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IP enforcement and dispute resolution
IP enforcement and dispute resolution
Unauthorised use of your IP can devalue your brand. We take decisive action to stop infringement and recover damages.
- Issuing cease and desist letters
- Litigating trademark, patent, and copyright infringement claims
- Defending against allegations of infringement
- Resolving IP disputes through mediation
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Trade secret protection and confidentiality agreements
Trade secret protection and confidentiality agreements
Your proprietary knowledge is a competitive advantage. We implement legal structures to keep your confidential information secure.
- Drafting robust Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Implementing internal trade secret policies
- Taking action against breach of confidence
- Protecting know-how during employee departures
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IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
Understanding the value and risk of IP assets is crucial in transactions. We conduct forensic analysis of IP portfolios during deals.
- Auditing IP ownership and validity
- Identifying risks in IP transfer and chain of title
- Valuing IP assets for transaction purposes
- Advising on warranties and indemnities regarding IP
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Strategic management of IP portfolios and commercial exploitation
Strategic management of IP portfolios and commercial exploitation
We help you turn legal rights into commercial revenue. Our strategic advice focuses on maximising the ROI of your intellectual property.
- Developing IP commercialisation strategies
- Advising on franchising and brand expansion
- Structuring IP holding companies
- Monitoring markets for potential infringements
Registration, protection, and licensing
Securing your intellectual assets is the first step to commercialisation. We manage the registration and licensing of your key IP rights.
- Registering trademarks, patents, and designs
- Drafting and negotiating licensing agreements
- Advising on copyright protection and ownership
- Managing IP renewals and portfolio maintenance
IP enforcement and dispute resolution
Unauthorised use of your IP can devalue your brand. We take decisive action to stop infringement and recover damages.
- Issuing cease and desist letters
- Litigating trademark, patent, and copyright infringement claims
- Defending against allegations of infringement
- Resolving IP disputes through mediation
Trade secret protection and confidentiality agreements
Your proprietary knowledge is a competitive advantage. We implement legal structures to keep your confidential information secure.
- Drafting robust Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Implementing internal trade secret policies
- Taking action against breach of confidence
- Protecting know-how during employee departures
IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
Understanding the value and risk of IP assets is crucial in transactions. We conduct forensic analysis of IP portfolios during deals.
- Auditing IP ownership and validity
- Identifying risks in IP transfer and chain of title
- Valuing IP assets for transaction purposes
- Advising on warranties and indemnities regarding IP
Strategic management of IP portfolios and commercial exploitation
We help you turn legal rights into commercial revenue. Our strategic advice focuses on maximising the ROI of your intellectual property.
- Developing IP commercialisation strategies
- Advising on franchising and brand expansion
- Structuring IP holding companies
- Monitoring markets for potential infringements
Intellectual Property FAQs
Here are answers to some common questions about our legal services for Intellectual Property.
What is the difference between a trademark and a copyright?
A trademark protects brands, logos, and names used to distinguish goods or services. Copyright protects original literary, artistic, and musical works. While copyright arises automatically, trademarks are best protected through registration.
How can I stop someone from using my business name?
If you have a registered trademark, you can bring an infringement claim. Even without registration, you may be able to claim for "passing off" if you can prove you have established goodwill and the other party is misrepresenting themselves as you.
Do I need to register my copyright in the UK?
No, there is no official register for copyright in the UK; protection is automatic upon the creation of the work. However, keeping records of creation dates and authorship is vital for proving ownership in any future dispute.
What should I do if I receive a cease and desist letter regarding IP?
Do not ignore it. Responding incorrectly can damage your position. You should seek immediate legal advice to assess the validity of the claim. We can help you draft a strategic response to resolve the matter or defend your rights.
How do I protect my trade secrets?
Unlike patents, trade secrets are not registered. They are protected through confidentiality agreements (NDAs) and internal security measures. We help draft robust agreements for employees and partners to ensure your confidential information remains secure.
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