Intellectual Property | Global

Leading regional law firm Al Tamimi maintains an exceptional IP practice in Dubai. It is held in high regard for its strength in trade mark, copyright and patent disputes, and is also sought after by clients to coordinate the management of regional portfolios. The firm is strong in IP-related commercial contract work, including licensing. The team represents international retail players, as well as clients from the pharmaceutical and education sectors.

Bird & Bird has an established IP practice in Dubai, which earns a high level of commendation for its trade mark work. The firm advises on filing strategies, portfolio management, prosecution and enforcement issues, and is able to assist with regulatory questions in relation to trade mark registration. Its respected team of lawyers acts for an array of international and domestic clients, with a strong focus on the retail, technology and hospitality spheres. The firm also offers complementary strengths in franchising.

Clyde & Co's Dubai IP department is adept at commercial issues such as brand protection, portfolio management, franchise agreements and licensing. Furthermore, it has a strong track record in cross-border patent prosecutions. Its clientele includes international insurance brands in addition to companies from the aviation and retail sectors.

DLA Piper has a respected IP group in Dubai with a strong focus on the technology, media and entertainment sectors. It offers additional expertise in a range of areas, including financial services, pharma and hospitality, and continues to bolster its “soft IP" offering, advising several big-name international clients on the management of their trade mark portfolios across the region. It also acts for a range of significant brands on contentious IP matters.

UAE law firm Hadef & Partners is recognised for its strength in all aspects of trade marks, including registration, enforcement and commercialisation. Its Dubai-based lawyers are also adept at handling issues relating to licensing, with notable experience in acting for entities in the food and beverage, retail and real estate sectors. The firm frequently assists foreign brands with market entry to the UAE and wider GCC.

Charles Russell Speechlys is well placed to leverage the firm's strengths in sport, media and entertainment when it comes to intellectual property. It advises a number of notable clients in all of these fields, providing counsel on a broad array of contentious and non-contentious matters. This includes trade mark registration, portfolio management and the signing of licensing agreements.

Eversheds Sutherland has a diverse team with considerable experience in IP, technology and commercial contracts. Key clients originate from the pharmaceutical, media and IT sectors, with the firm capable of providing guidance on both contentious and non-contentious matters. This work also extends to wide-ranging regulatory compliance mandates.

United Trademark & Patent Services maintains a sizeable team in Dubai which is well versed in trade mark and patent issues. The firm regularly assists international and regional clients from the technology, hospitality and retail sectors with trade mark filings and opposition proceedings. It is also able to take on anti-counterfeiting mandates.