Intellectual Property

Pannone Corporate in Manchester provides representation in contentious and commercial IP matters including international brand management, licensing negotiations, and trade mark and design infringement disputes. The firm has longstanding relationships with clients in the fashion, manufacturing and retail sectors. It is also noted for its offering in patent licensing.

"Pannone has an exceptional inter-departmental team who think creatively. They are cost-effective and proactive in their approach and provide practical advice."

"Pannone has extensive expertise, professionalism and stability of team. They quickly grasp issues and guide clients to the best resolution, with the key features of openness and honesty."

"The team at Pannone are extremely efficient at formulating a cohesive argument and plan. They seamlessly navigate various challenges with robust and strong responses."

"Pannone always provide prompt and high-value advice to our business."

"Pannone has a hard-working and dedicated team at all levels, from partner through to associates, who are intellectually rigorous and sensitive to clients' priorities."

Melanie McGuirk leads Pannone Corporate's IP litigation and dispute resolution team in Manchester. She has extensive experience litigating trade mark infringement and passing-off claims. She also advises on licensing agreements. "Melanie has an excellent level of service and knowledge. Her legal correspondence is of a very high quality, robust and well articulated." "Melanie is an absolute professional with immense depth of knowledge in IP, brands and disputes. She is an excellent leader and mentor, and has been fundamental in achieving many successful outcomes." "Melanie is a trusted expert in IP. She is approachable and understands business. I can't imagine us instructing anyone but Melanie. She absolutely gets the results we need." "Mel is both incredibly good at her job but also a joy to work with." "Melanie is a delight to work with."

Amy Chandler leads Pannone Corporate's non-contentious IP team in Manchester. She concentrates largely on trade mark licensing, brand strategy and the treatment of IP assets in corporate transactions. "Amy is a very experienced professional with outstanding expertise and depth in franchise and legal agreements." "Amy is a fantastic professional and a key member of the Pannone team." "Amy brings a real strength to the service and advice we receive."

Sarah Bazaraa focuses her practice on advising clients on contentious IP matters in a range of sectors. Her experience includes trade mark and copyright infringement disputes. "Sarah always brings energy and attention to detail." "Sarah is an excellent, highly recommended and very capable IP lawyer."