Intellectual Property

TLT in Manchester is renowned for expertise across a range of contentious IP matters, with notable activity in the fashion, retail and financial services sectors. The team advises on disputes before the courts and the UKIPO. It is also recommended for collaboration, development and licensing agreements.

"TLT have a strong and an impressive focus on the practical and commercial aspects of litigation. They give a clear explanation of the strengths and weakness of the position for the client."

"TLT have the ability to see the legal point of view and the commercial side. This helps us decide how far to progress matters."

"They respond quickly and have great expertise in the TLT team."

TLT advised D Jacobson & Sons on IP disputes in the UK and internationally. Recently, the team acted in a licensing dispute with Japanese company SRI, concerning the Dunlop brand.

Graeme Orchison is head of department at TLT in Manchester. He maintains a stellar reputation for his market-leading contentious practice. His areas of expertise include trade mark, design and patent infringement, and IP risk strategy. "I have worked with Graeme for many years and always been very pleased with the results." "Graeme is very connected in the business world and knows how to settle cases. His commercial sense enables discussions to take place." "Graeme is fantastic and understands clients quickly. He goes straight to the point, is commercially minded and has great expertise."