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https://cms.law/en/GBR/global-reach/Europe/United-Kingdom/Expertise/Intellectual-Property



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Intellectual Property - Scotland

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What the Team is Known For

CMS in Glasgow is able to operate on a national and global scale, led by Scotland-based experts. The firm has an excellent reputation for work with clients in universities, entertainment, sports, natural resources and life sciences. It is a leading light for technology transfer and sponsorship arrangements.

Work Highlights

  • CMS advised the University of Durham on a significant multimillion pound IP claim raised by some of its former employees. It involves complexities surrounding IP ownership, particularly concerning work produced within the scope of one’s employment.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Carina Healy
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Carina Healy
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Carina Healy is head of department at CMS in Glasgow. She has a leading reputation for her representation of universities, technology companies and non-profits in negotiating collaboration and licence agreements of all kinds. She also advises on questions of disputed IP ownership, theft and misconduct in research and development settings.

We can ask Carina anything because because we trust her. She really supports us and is easy to communicate with. She is really helpful.

Neeraj Thomas
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Neeraj Thomas
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Neeraj Thomas is recommended for his deft handling of IP disputes concerning copyright, trade marks, designs and patents. He is also experienced with regard to misuse of confidential information claims.

Neeraj is a brilliant lawyer and a pleasure to work with. He has a great strategic mind and always manages to find the right approach. He handles complex issues with ease.

We have found Neeraj exceptional in all of our interactions. His support allowed us to navigate complex and sensitive issues to a better resolution without destroying our relationships with others.

Neeraj is very responsive and always provides a high level of service. When some unexpected legal issues came up and he gave us really good options on how to deal with it.

Neeraj is a good, contentious IP litigator.

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Carina Healy
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Carina Healy
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Neeraj Thomas
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Neeraj Thomas
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