Intellectual Property

Kuits Solicitors offers substantial experience handling contentious IP matters including patent, copyright, design and trade mark infringement disputes. The team also advises clients in media, technology and retail on commercialisation transactions. It is sought after for advice on the intersection of IP and competition law.

"Kuits are well experienced, which means they offer pragmatic and commercial solutions that are always prompt."

"At Kuits, there is excellent coordination across departments. The team really stand out for their pragmatic approach, making complex decisions easier to make."

"The highly professional IP team are well experienced and provide considered and calm advice. They are very comfortable with technical and complex IP issues including pharmaceutical branding."

"Kuits are collaborative and respond immediately. They understand how the business works and what steps may be needed or could be used to help us improve."

"Kuits has an experienced and knowledgeable team who always offer valuable support regarding our IP issues."

Kuits represented Building Product Design against a claim of patent infringement brought by Don & Low. The team has also issued a counterclaim attacking the validity of the patent in question.

Bruce Jones is dual-qualified as a solicitor and a patent attorney, and is head of department at Kuits in Manchester. He has a strong reputation among clients for his experience in contentious and non-contentious matters, with particular expertise in patent disputes. "Bruce leads the team with exemplary standards. He is technically aware and commercially minded." "I cannot recommend Bruce highly enough. He provides a standout service with commercial awareness and value for money." "Bruce is a great lawyer who is exceptionally helpful and courteous." "Bruce always provides us with an excellent level of service. His knowledge of our products and the commercial landscape is extensive, and we would not use anyone else for our counsel."