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Intellectual Property - UK

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Slaughter and May advises on the treatment of IP rights in complex corporate transactions, licence agreements and sponsorship deals. The firm has a strong track record in trade mark litigation, and represents household names in the life sciences, retail, sports and media sectors. It also offers a programme advising innovators on the protection and exploitation of fintech rights.

Work Highlights

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  • Slaughter and May represented Authentic Brands Group on its acquisition of Ted Baker. This involved carrying out due diligence on Ted Baker’s brand-related arrangements and systems.

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Notable Practitioners

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David Ives
4
Band 4
David Ives leads the firm's IP and technology practice stream and is recommended for all manner of IP licensing arrangements. He receives regular instructions from household-name brands for international portfolio management and disputes.

He is always extremely helpful, insightful and able to cut through commercial complexities to deliver sound advice directly.

David is very astute and knowledgeable. He is all over the issues and will do all he can to achieve the result needed.

David provides the highest possible level of advice and client service, regardless of the complexity or value of the project.

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David Ives
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