Intellectual Property
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : New Zealand
Band 3
Contact number
+64 9 367 8000Chambers Review
Russell McVeagh provides expertise in both contentious and non-contentious IP issues, regularly advising clients on trade mark infringement disputes and IP licensing. The firm is adept at representing clients before all levels of the New Zealand courts system and boasts some of the country's most notable banks and broadcasters as part of its client roster.
Work Highlights
- Russell McVeagh acted for Television New Zealand in a dispute with the Broadcasting Standards Authority relating to the use of copyright images and images of an individual.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have a good commercial pedigree."
"Russell McVeagh are straight to the point and always act to protect my best interests as a priority."
"They have a good commercial pedigree."
"Russell McVeagh are straight to the point and always act to protect my best interests as a priority."
Notable Practitioners
Joe Edwards focuses the IP element of his practice on representing clients in trade mark disputes and copyright infringement mandates. As an established litigator, he has appeared at all levels of the courts system in New Zealand.
"Joe is a great operator. He is extremely commercial and adept at understanding the needs of his clients. He has a great ability to always couch his advice in the context of what is best strategically for the client."