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Intellectual Property - Australia

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What the Team is Known For

King & Wood Mallesons has a renowned litigation team with extensive experience in patent, trade mark and copyright disputes in both the domestic market and overseas through its global connections. It possesses a strong track record in brand protection and advertising clearances. The team acts for an enviable roster of well-known clients in a range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals and electronics, and assists with aspects of the protection and enforcement of IP assets. The firm is further able to handle the IP aspects of commercial transactions including IP asset transfer, licensing and commercialisation agreements and is also ideally placed for cross-border matters in Asia, particularly China.

Work Highlights

  • KWM defended 4 Farmers Australia in infringement proceedings commenced by Kumiai Chemical Industry in the Federal Court of Australia.

Strengths

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KWM were willing to search for commercial solutions and were invested in gaining an understanding of our business.

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The team at KWM possess a deep knowledge and expertise in trade marks.

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KWM provide a wealth of experience and strategic commercially-focused advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Cate Nagy
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Cate Nagy
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Cate Nagy regularly acts for clients on a wide range of copyright and trade mark matters, including litigation, portfolio management and commercialisation.

Cate Nagy is a really standout operator in terms of managing litigation and intellect.

Cate Nagy is very sharp and commercially focused. She suggests solutions outside the box and is invested in delivering the best possible outcomes for clients.

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Matthew Swinn
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Matthew Swinn
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Matthew Swinn is frequently instructed on a range of patent disputes and risk advisory matters in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.

Matthew Swinn is second to none for savvy and commercially-focused advice.

Matthew's experience, strategic thinking and commercial awareness is unparalleled.

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Kate Hay
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Kate Hay
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Kate Hay advises clients on patent matters, including disputes, and a range of non-contentious matters, including licensing agreements. She is also noted for her work assisting clients on trade mark disputes.

Kate Hay has been a guiding light to me thanks to her strategic acumen and planning.

Kate has a great manner and instils confidence with her knowledge and handling of matters.

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Scott Bouvier
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Scott Bouvier
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Scott Bouvier frequently assists clients on IP commercialisation and contentious matters, and is particularly well-regarded for his work in the life sciences sector.

Scott Bouvier gives practical advice in a user-friendly form. He is enthusiastic and will pull out all stops to get advice to us on time.

I have no hesitation in recommending Scott in all areas of IP to potential clients or in seeking his counsel when raising IP topics.

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Ranked Lawyers at
King & Wood Mallesons

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Intellectual Property: Patents
Matthew Swinn
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Matthew Swinn
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Kate Hay
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Kate Hay
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Intellectual Property: Trade Mark & Copyright
Cate Nagy
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Cate Nagy
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Kate Hay
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Kate Hay
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Scott Bouvier
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Scott Bouvier
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