UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
Ranked Individual
Provided by Brandsmiths
Brandsmiths enters 2026 as one of the UK’s most active and well-known IP disputes practices, representing major consumer brands, Premier League football clubs, entertainment companies and high‑growth FMCG and digital businesses. The firm operates a national contentious IP team, with senior litigators across London and Manchester working seamlessly on High Court, IPEC, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court matters.
The London practice is led by Andrew Lee, supported by his strong team of litigators; Aminder Khatkar, Matthew Siddaway, Sukanya Wadhwa, Sophie Turner‑Flynn and Leela Wignaraja. Over the last 12 months, the team has continued to act in significant contentious IP matters, including high‑value trade mark, copyright and design disputes, licensing and commercial IP conflicts. This year's work includes numerous appeals, High Court trials, urgent interim applications, damages inquiries and extensive multi‑party litigation in fast‑moving consumer goods, fashion and retail, entertainment, gaming and sports.
The department has a particularly strong presence in sports IP, advising Premier League clubs on trade mark enforcement, licensing and commercial disputes, and the protection of cultural and heritage assets. Alongside its contentious strength, the department advises on complex non-contentious IP matters that directly intersect with disputes, including brand licensing, exploitation and commercialisation agreements, and IP-driven contractual negotiations.
Provided by Chambers
Brandsmiths is recognised for its expertise in trade mark and copyright litigation concerning infringement, domain name disputes and counterfeit goods. The team is regularly instructed by household-name brands in media, technology, sports, fashion and leisure sectors.
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Brandsmiths acted for Hasbro Consumer Products Licensing in copyright, trade mark and passing off claims relating to the ownership of rights to
the Peppa Pig series and an action against Vietnamese children’s programme ‘Wolfoo’.
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Brandsmiths provide an excellent client service - their responsiveness and the content of their work is very impressive.
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Andrew Lee is very proactive and really good at the strategy of coordinating international matters.
Andy is a leader in IP in the UK, and his technical knowledge is second to none. His client skills are equally impressive and he always strives to achieve the best possible result for them.
Andy Lee is excellent in terms of getting team together, running the show and coming up with ideas. I would highly recommend for litigation and he is very good with clients.
Head of Intellectual Property
Provided by Brandsmiths
Aminder Khatkar
Matthew Siddaway
Sukanya Wadhwa
Sophie Turner‑Flynn
Leela Wignaraja
Amy Brooks
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