About
Provided by MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Our Intellectual Property team is a leading full-service practice, known for its strategic, commercially focused advice across all aspects of IP law. Led by Christopher Young, the team combines deep expertise in IP strategy, protection, commercialisation, and dispute resolution. With senior specialists across advisory and litigation, the team supports clients in industries including entertainment, technology, retail, and regulated sectors, delivering tailored solutions in a rapidly evolving IP landscape.
Recent work highlights
- Fonterra | Advised on IP aspects of its NZD1.055b sale of Soprole to Gloria Foods, involving complex cross-jurisdictional brand licensing and coordination with Chilean and Bermudan counsel.
- AgriZeroNZ | Advising on IP strategy, enforcement, JV structuring, and due diligence for climate innovation investments, including a major methane-reduction technology acquisition with global IP rights.
- TAB New Zealand & Entain NZ | Advising on strategic IP matters following their 25-year partnership, including global trade mark portfolio management and brand launches in a regulated betting environment.
- Scholastic | Advising on New Zealand trade mark matters for iconic global brands such as Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, and Clifford, including brand clearance, strategy, and portfolio management.
