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Intellectual Property - Scotland

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Morton Fraser MacRoberts offers guidance on IP licensing, technology transfer, and brand and software protection. The team is noted for its expertise in media and technology, financial services, food and drink, and public sector issues. It also coordinates IP disputes covering overseas jurisdictions. In November 2023, Morton Fraser and MacRoberts merged; the combined firm is called Morton Fraser MacRoberts.

Work Highlights

  • Morton Fraser MacRoberts acted for Rocep-Lusol Holdings in a Court of Session dispute against Lindal over unpaid patent royalties. The court upheld the client's position.

Strengths

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Their strength is the personal approach from the local team, even though they are a large organisation. They have a strong grasp of the subject matter and the ability to explain in layman's terms.

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They are efficient, diligent and responsive. They are very good at explaining legal problems from all angles.

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They have great knowledge which has practical and pragmatic applications.

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They have an excellent understanding of our business and markets, which allows for a more effective application of their legal expertise and services.

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Notable Practitioners

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Euan Duncan
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Euan Duncan
2
Band 2

Euan Duncan acts for leading Scottish companies on brand licensing transactions and also in trade mark, design and copyright litigation. Much of his work has cross-border dimensions.

Euan has considerable knowledge of our business and the way we work. He understands our commercial objectives. He is professional and knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

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David Gourlay
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David Gourlay
3
Band 3

David Gourlay is well regarded in the IP community, particularly for the protection and commercialisation of intellectual property rights.

David provides an excellent service. He is very good at explaining things and his advice is always clear and easy to follow.

David provides strong support and guidance in a calm and professional way. His layman's terms explanations are very helpful.

David has become a valued and key point for counsel on a range of legal matters impacting our businesses. His business knowledge, experience, legal aptitude and levels of service are exemplary.

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Euan Duncan
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Euan Duncan
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David Gourlay
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David Gourlay
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