Sue Gilchrist

Practice Areas

- Intellectual property

- Patents

- Copyright

- Litigation and dispute resolution

- ESG and sustainability

Career

Sue is a partner based in our Sydney office. Sue is a senior IP disputes lawyer, the former regional managing partner, Asia and Australia, and is an elected member of our global Council. Sue is an IP disputes partner and is recognised as a senior IP lawyer experienced in all intellectual property areas, including patents, designs, copyright, trade marks, passing off and confidential information. Sue also has extensive experience in consumer law matters, and regularly advises clients on advertising, marketing campaigns and disputes. Sue was the lead partner acting for Apple in the Apple v Samsung patent and design litigation relating to tablets and smart phones, and 3G mobile connectivity technology. Sue is also the lead partner acting for Motorola Solutions Inc in patent and copyright infringement proceedings commenced against a competitor, Hytera, in the Federal Court of Australia, relating to Hytera’s digital mobile radio (DMR) devices, including seeking additional damages on the basis of Hytera’s conduct. Sue’s practice covers a range of industries including the consumer electronics, life sciences and healthcare, TMT, consumer goods, entertainment, advertising and financial services industries.

For additional information on Sue’s professional background, please visit: https://www.hsfkramer.com/our-people/s/sue-gilchrist