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Brabners

Intellectual Property

UK Guide 2026 : North West

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Brabners

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Intellectual Property - North West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Brabners in Liverpool encompasses strength in commercialisation agreements and contentious matters including trade mark, design right and patent disputes. The firm acts for clients across a wide range of industries, including sports, retail and healthcare. It is also highlighted for its activity in software and tech circles, a particular specialism being computer software and games. It is also recommended for trade mark portfolio management and registry proceedings.
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Work Highlights

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  • Brabners advised Corgi Services on the management of its trademarks portfolio, assisting with applications and a new licensing programme.

Strengths

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  • They have very good client service.

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  • They have a great team and work together well to keep us informed.

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  • Brabners demonstrated excellent expertise, an approachable attitude, experience and responsiveness.

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  • Their strengths are their expertise and their pragmatism.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Nik White
    Nik White

    Nik White

    Nik White is managing partner at Brabners in Liverpool. He brings significant experience to the table and is well versed in IP, IT and all manner of commercial technology matters. He is a noted authority on the interplay between the sports industry, gaming and computer science.
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  • Colin Bell
    Colin Bell

    Colin Bell

    Colin Bell is head of the intellectual property department at Brabners and is based in the firm's Liverpool office. He offers a wealth of experience with transactional IP, portfolio management and contentious matters.

    • I love working with Colin: he is very professional and responsive, but at the same time very approachable and direct.

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    • He is excellent, very thorough and diligent, with good commercial nous.

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    • Colin is absolutely brilliant and very commercial.

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  • Hannah Fawcett
    Hannah Fawcett

    Hannah Fawcett

    Hannah Fawcett is dual-qualified as a solicitor and trade mark attorney. She is recognised for her experience in portfolio management and licensing agreements, advising both UK-based and overseas clients.

    • She has great expertise in trade mark law.

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    • Hannah knows our business and understands what we want.

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    • Hannah is absolutely incredible. She is really commercial, got to grips with us very quickly and is really approachable.

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    • Hannah is very good with clients and very competent.

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    • Hannah provides an excellent all-round service.

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