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William Fry LLP

Intellectual Property

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William Fry’s Intellectual Property team works with the world’s leading businesses to identify, protect, commercialise, defend and enforce their intellectual property.

The Intellectual Property team are one of Ireland’s largest and most experienced IP practices covering contentious, commercial, advisory, and prosecution matters. We act for companies and their investors across all sectors including Technology, Data and Communications; Financial Services (including insurance, banking and funds); Life Sciences and Healthcare; Food, Beverage and Agriculture; Consumer Goods; Energy, Resources & Infrastructure; and Sport and Entertainment .

Clients (13)

  • Diageo
  • Valeo Food Group
  • X-Celeprint
  • AstraZeneca
  • Skyscanner
  • Bayer GmbH, Bayer AG and BayerCropSciences
  • easyGroup Limited (owner of easy family of brands including
  • Moderna
  • Bauer Audio Ireland
  • Essity
  • Danone
  • Clonmel Healthcare Limited (subsidiary of Stada Arzneimittel
  • Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS)

Industries (20)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Health Care
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure

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Intellectual Property - Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

William Fry LLP has a market-leading practice proficient in the full spectrum of IP mandates, including those with multi-jurisdictional elements. The department assists with all issues concerning the registration and protection of trade marks, with experience in portfolio management matters and infringement proceedings. The team also represents clients in patent litigation, with noted expertise in the consumer goods, pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. The lawyers additionally assist with copyright issues.

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Strengths

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  • William Fry's team is great and timely in its communication, and it sees issues from both sides and sets realistic expectations.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The William Fry team is excellent at giving in-house counsel and business colleagues confidence in understanding the issues and what is being done to address them.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • William Fry is really great to work with. Its advice is clear and commercially minded.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • William Fry has a keen, strategic approach. The team thinks of all elements linked to the case and possible consequences in other jurisdictions.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • William Fry has industry expertise, good customer experience and senior partner involvement.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Laura Scott
    Laura Scott

    Laura Scott

    Laura Scott is a market-leading lawyer who handles patent, trade mark and copyright infringement actions, as well as assisting clients with IP protection and enforcement strategies.

    • Laura ticks every box. She is a great communicator with all levels and provides clear, pragmatic and appropriate advice.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • What truly distinguishes Laura is her accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to translate intricate legal issues into practical, business-focused solutions.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Laura Scott brings exceptional rigour and creativity to IP enforcement and brand strategy, with a calm authority that inspires confidence in complex or high-stakes matters.

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  • Leo Moore
    Leo Moore

    Leo Moore

    Leo Moore is highlighted for his expertise in Irish and EU trade mark law, frequently advising on brand protection, portfolio management and licensing, as well as infringement mandates. He also advises on copyright matters.

    • Leo displays clarity of thought and an ability to simplify complexity.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Leo Moore stands out for his rare ability to combine deep legal knowledge with expertise in digital regulation and technology.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Leo stands out for his rare blend of technical mastery, commercial intuition, and genuine client partnership.

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    • Leo is an excellent attorney and a great person who is a pleasure to work with. He understands the unique challenges of client service in an ever-changing market.

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  • Colette Brady
    Colette Brady

    Colette Brady

    Colette Brady is known in the market for her work assisting with a range of contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, including infringement proceedings, portfolio management and the IP elements of M&A transactions.

    • Colette Brady is a superb operator with a strong work ethic and deep understanding of IP litigation.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Colette is a friendly and helpful adviser with great knowledge and understanding across a wide range of IP matters.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Colette Brady is very commercially minded and has got a lot of deep expertise in the area.

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