UK Guide 2026 : North West
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Ionic Legal advises national and international clients on a wide variety of IP matters including anti-counterfeiting and passing-off programmes, brand protection and commercialisation strategy. The team is also known for trade mark prosecution and global portfolio management, as well as for disputes concerning all core rights.
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Ionic Legal has advised Sconnect Limited and its group of companies in relation to a high profile international copyright dispute regarding animated children's series Wolfoo.
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Among the boutique IP firms they are very much at the top end and very good at what they do.
They are highly experienced practitioners with decades of experience managing international portfolios and disputes. They are highly sensitive to jurisdictional differences in law and procedure.
When we receive advice from Ionic Legal it is always clear and straightforward, and they set out their opinion and recommendations rather than sitting on the fence.
The firm has a uniquely client-focused ethos which sets them apart from other firms.
They are incredibly responsive.
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Roy Crozier maintains an excellent reputation for his high-calibre contentious IP practice. He has an outstanding record before the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court and High Court, and is frequently instructed on cross-border disputes.
Roy has huge experience.
Roy is very pragmatic and experienced, commercial and understands the right balance. He demonstrates a hands-on approach when needed.
Roy is highly pragmatic and commercial in his approach, providing significant value through his no-nonsense style which cuts through complexity to deliver clear recommendations.
Roy is invaluable in assisting the client on strategic decision making. He has an excellent understanding of clients’ businesses which comes through in the quality of the advice he gives.
Roy is a good partner and very good with clients, and I am always happy to work with him.
Andrew Stone is noted for his representation of household-name brands in both contentious and commercial IP work, with an emphasis on trade mark and copyright disputes. His often assists international clients and much of his work is multi-jurisdictional in scope.
Andrew is very pragmatic and well liked by clients.
It is a real pleasure to work with Andrew. He is very expert in IP litigation, very sensible and very commercial.
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