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Venner Shipley LLP

Intellectual Property: Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys

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Venner Shipley LLP

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Intellectual Property: Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Venner Shipley is recognised for its roster of experienced patent attorneys with expertise in all manner of disciplines within hi-tech and life sciences. The firm also has a respected design and trade mark practice. Its areas of strength include oppositions, freedom-to-operate analysis and due diligence for corporate transactions. The team has strong relationships with US-based attorneys and innovators. The firm also has an office in Munich.
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Work Highlights

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  • Venner Shipley represented Admiral Group, in a High Court trade mark infringement and breach of contract dispute against Admiral Markets over its rebrand to 'Admirals'. Venner Shipley's client achieved its desired outcome.

Strengths

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  • Venner Shipley has the capability to understand cutting-edge biotechnologies, including gene therapy and its manufacturing method.

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  • Venner Shipley provide excellent customer service, they are very responsive and deliver missions by agreed timelines.

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  • Venner Shipley has excellent knowledge of trade mark law and how it may impact our brands and trade marks so that we can protect them effectively and take action when necessary.

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  • The team at Venner Shipley have a good depth and breadth of knowledge. They have the ability to understand often complex scientific concepts and articulate them into a patent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ian Gill
    Ian Gill

    Ian Gill

    Ian Gill is co-head of the trade marks group. He advises on the full scope of trade mark matters including disputes, filings and portfolio management.

    • Ian Gill has a very strong depth and breadth of knowledge. He also has good knowledge of country-specific requirements for patent strategy.

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    • Ian's terrific.

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    • Ian Gill is extremely professional, very responsive and able to give pragmatic and commercial advice.

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  • Paul Derry
    Paul Derry

    Paul Derry

    Paul Derry is a patent attorney with expertise in hi-tech, electronics and engineering related patents. He specialises in mobile telecoms, mobile phones and software related patents and advises his clients on patent prosecution, oppositions and freedom to operate related matters.

    • Paul is excellent in all categories, particularly client service.

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    • Paul Derry's top notch.

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    • Paul Derry is one of the best attorneys we work with.

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