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When some of the world's leading brands need speed and clarity, they turn to Simpson Grierson. Why? Because we deliver decisive, commercial advice from recognised experts.

The depth of our intellectual property team sets us apart. It is double the size of any other commercial law firm in New Zealand.

This strength is reflected in our trade mark and design prosecution practices. These include portfolios for some of the world's leading brands. We are also sought out for some of New Zealand's most significant IP disputes and appeals.

Simpson Grierson's other practice areas regularly seek our IP expertise, including our mergers & acquisition specialists who have advised on some of New Zealand's largest commercial transactions.

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What the Team is Known For

Simpson Grierson has a broad practice representing clients in complex contentious matters including patent and trade mark matters concerning infringement, unauthorised use and passing off. It also advises on IP exploitation and commercialisation, including brand expansion and reviews, divestments and licensing deals. The team provides sought-after expertise in online copyright matters, including in relation to rebroadcasting and internet streaming. Simpson Grierson offers significant international presence, including key experience in the UK and the Pacific Islands.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Grierson advised the New Zealand Olympic Committee on its brand protection and enforcement strategy for Paris 2024.

Strengths

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Simpson Grierson always gives technically excellent advice in a timely manner.

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Simpson Grierson understands our business inside out, and they take a personal interest in ensuring we are supported.

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Notable Practitioners

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Richard Watts
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Richard Watts
Head of Intellectual Property
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Richard Watts acts for clients from diverse industries on significant contentious and non-contentious trade mark and other IP asset mandates.

Richard is responsive to our questions and concerns, and he is pragmatic when providing advice on what areas of IP protection we should be focussing on.

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Sarah Chapman
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Sarah Chapman
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Sarah Chapman is experienced in trade mark law with specialist knowledge of non-contentious matters regarding portfolio management, licensing and infringement. She advises a range of major international and local corporate clients.

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Raymond Scott
Raymond Scott
Associates to watch
Raymond Scott works with clients to advise on issues such as brand protection strategy and IP commercialisation. He pays particular attention to providing counsel on IP matters related to indigenous rights.
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Richard Watts
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Richard Watts
Head of Intellectual Property
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Sarah Chapman
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Sarah Chapman
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Raymond Scott
Raymond Scott
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Richard Watts

Richard Watts

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