Intellectual property in Australia

Allens

Highly regarded for its patent capabilities in the life sciences sector, Allens is a key contact for an assortment of significant entertainment, sporting, and technology clients. Miriam Stiel oversees the team from Sydney and assists domestic and international clients with the commercialisation, enforcement, and protection of intellectual property rights. Tim Golder is knowledgeable of franchising Code of Conduct compliance, while Andrew Wiseman in Sydney is noted for his prowess in intellectual property litigation. Caroline Ryan is experienced in copyright issues, patent infringement as well as revocation trade marks, and Lauren John is proficient in confidential information, contractual obligations and inventorship disputes. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Miriam Stiel


Other key lawyers:

Tim Golder; Andrew Wiseman; Caroline Ryan; Lauren John; Tim Allen; Joel Barrett


Testimonials

‘Allens have an excellent team of lawyers with a depth of experience across different areas of IP, from commercialisation to enforcement.’

‘Allens have in depth experience in the pharma space as well as regulatory matters in the health sciences industry.’

‘The team is focused, approachable, and easy to work with. Their technical knowledge is a given, they are proactive and think strategically.’

Key clients

Airbnb Inc.


Australian News Channel


Cytec Industries


Next Level Elevators


CSL Limited


Redbubble Limited


Sony Music Publishing


Société Civile et Agricole du Vieux Château Certan


The NOCO Company


Vegas Enterprises Pty Ltd and R…and Everything Else, Inc.


Pfizer


Forever New Clothing Pty Ltd


Infosys Technologies Limited


Work highlights


  • Acted for Airbnb on all aspects of its trade mark portfolio management, branding strategy, marketing and IP enforcement.
  • Acted for Pfizer on its acquisition of ASX-listed Australian telehealth start-up ResApp Health Limited (ResApp) for A$179 million.
  • Acted for an individual in a judicial review and subsequent appeal proceedings that DABUS did not satisfy the requirements of the Patents Act and Regulations.

Ashurst

Noted for its expertise in food and therapeutic goods regulations, Ashurst is a key port of call for a litany of blue-chip clients on portfolio protection and enforcement. With over two decades of experience, head of the practice Anita Cade is well-equipped to handle intellectual property litigation as well as licensing and transactional mandates. Lisa Ritson is experienced in contentious consumer protection, marketing, and trade mark matters. Stuart D’Aloisio in Melbourne assists life sciences clients with patent infringements, validity issues and litigation, while Nina Fitzgerald is knowledgeable of alternative dispute resolution concerning copyright, patents, and domestic consumer law. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Anita Cade


Other key lawyers:

Lisa Ritson; Stuart D’Aloisio; Nina Fitzgerald; Joanna Lawrence


Testimonials

‘They have a terrific team, with a depth of scientific knowledge.’

‘The team can draw on its national capabilities to offer seamless and top tier support.’

‘Smart, experienced, and commercial in IP litigation. They have a leading number of female leaders.’

Key clients

AGL Energy Limited


ANZ Banking Group


Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health


Combe International


Crown Resorts


Henkel


Henley Arch


Peloton


Pharmacor


Samsung Bioepis


Toll Holdings


Woolworths


Work highlights


  • Acting for Samsung Bioepis in proceedings against Pfizer before the Federal Court of Australia relating to BRENZYS which is Samsung Bioepis’ biosimilar for Pfizer’s biological drug ENBREL.
  • Acting for Henley Arch against Henley Constructions in trade mark infringement, misleading, and deceptive conduct proceedings in the Federal Court concerning the use of the HENLEY trade mark.
  • Representing Peloton Interactive in the Federal Court of Australia on the basis that Mad Dogg’s SPINNING marks should be removed from the register as it is a generic term.

Baker McKenzie

The intellectual property department at Baker McKenzie has recently been engaged in significant patent disputes in the agricultural, renewable energy and technology sectors. Andrew Stewart oversees the group and is informed on copyright, defamation, and media regulation, while Jonathan Flintoft is seasoned in trade mark prosecution. Elisabeth White regularly handles intellectual property litigation before the Federal Court of Australia, while Chantal Savage is proficient in confidential information, trade secrets, as well as copyright work. Helen Macpherson is also a key member of the team. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Andrew Stewart


Other key lawyers:

Jonathan Flintoft; Elisabeth White; Chantal Savage; Helen Macpherson


Testimonials

‘This practice is exceptional. We use them on all contentious IP matters and their strategy and communication is second to none!’

‘Elizabeth White and Jonathan Flintoft are exceptional lawyers who are a real credit to the team. I have a huge degree of trust in them.’

Key clients

Meltwater Australia Pty Ltd


Motion Picture Association (MPA)


Network Ten All Access Pty Limited/Paramount Plus


LONGi Green Energy Technology Co. Ltd, LONGi Solar Australia Pty Ltd


Rio Tinto


Hysata Pty Ltd


F45 Training


Victoria’s Secret Stores Brand Management, LLC, Victoria’s Secret & Co


Australian Wool Innovation


Work highlights


  • Represented Meltwater Australia Pty Ltd in gaining a fair license scheme before the Copyright Tribunal.
  • Assisted Motion Picture Association (MPA) in disabling access to a ‘cyberlocker’, being a cloud storage and streaming provider that underpins the functionality of a huge number of infringing websites.
  • Represented Network Ten All Access Pty Limited (NTAA)/Paramount+ in seeking to have the Copyright Tribunal determine a fair licence scheme following APRA AMCOS’ proposal of a new industry licence.

Clayton Utz

With expertise in copyright issues in new and emerging technologies, Clayton Utz is geared to handle the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious intellectual property mandates. John Collins spearheads the department, while Tim Webb is knowledgeable of advertising, anti-counterfeiting, and domain name issues. James Neil in Melbourne is noted for his capabilities in portfolio management and brand protection. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

John Collins


Other key lawyers:

Tim Webb; James Neil; Chris McLeod; Dean Gerakiteys; Sean McGuire


Testimonials

‘Quick, informative and no-nonsense advice.’

‘Diversity of practice expertise.’

‘The strongest IP offering in Australia.’

Key clients

Accent Group


Sportsbet


The Entourage Education Group


Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited (Toyota Australia) and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota Japan)


2XU Pty Ltd


Wide Open Agriculture Ltd


Novartis AG and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd


Sandoz Pty ltd


Royalty Pharma


Monsanto (Bayer)


Singtel Optus Group


Seven Network


adidas Australia Pty Ltd


Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd


Sonic Healthcare


Isentia Group


The a2 Milk Company Limited


Angostura Limited


Chevron


Myer


Fresenius


Pharm-A-Care Laboratories


Hill & Smith Holdings


Swancom t/as The Corner Hotel


REC Solar


Emerald Foods


2XU Pty Ltd


Monash University


DownUnder Geosolutions


Cantarella (Vittoria)


Pastificio Rana


Openpay Group Limited


AgBoss Group Pty Ltd


National Rugby League


Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources (Commonwealth)


Department of Education, Skills and Employment (Commonwealth)


Department of Defence (Commonwealth)


Sou’West Brewery


Universal Biosensors


PDP Fine Foods Pty Ltd & PDP Capital Pty Ltd


Voestalpine AG


GME


Pokemon Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Acted for Novartis AG and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Australia Pty Ltd in proceedings to enforce patents and prevent the entry of generic competition for its blockbuster multiple sclerosis drug.
  • Acting for Free TV in Copyright Tribunal proceedings concerning an industry licence from PPCA for the transmission of commercial sound recordings on broadcast television and BVOD services.
  • Acted for Toyota against over 150 parties which have been misusing Toyota’s trade marks.

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

With practitioners sitting in Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, Corrs Chambers Westgarth’s broad practice encompasses licensing work, patent litigation, and trade mark filings and prosecutions. Eugenia Kolivos oversees the group and is experienced in intellectual property data protection and compliance, franchising, and outsourcing work. Stephen Stern in Melbourne leverages over four decades of experience to assist clients with anti-counterfeiting work, trade mark litigation and brand protection. Odette Gourley’s areas of expertise include trade mark clearance, management, and registration, while David Fixler in Melbourne routinely acts in revocation proceedings before the Federal Court. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Eugenia Kolivos


Other key lawyers:

Stephen Stern; Odette Gourley; David Fixler; Grant Fisher; Frances Wheelahan


Testimonials

‘Corrs IP team has a real depth of experience and an excellent client base. I would single out Stephen Stern in Melbourne and Odette Gourley in Sydney.’

‘High capabilities in all patent work, especially biotech and pharmaceutical matters as well as trade mark litigation.’

‘Corrs Chambers Westgarth is one of the top practices in the Australian IP litigation market. The size and breadth of the team is excellent, particularly the quality of the talent.’

‘Grant Fisher is accompanied by experienced partners who have a lot of experience in pharma / life sciences litigation,’

‘Stephen Stern is a superb lawyer who has a vast depth of industry experience and passion for his clients and their businesses. His strategic approach to litigation and TMT disputes is second to none.’

‘Eugenia Kolivos is impressive and someone who you can put in front of any client without hesitation.’

‘David Fixler is another stand out lawyer who ensures a technical and commercial balance is provided on all advice.’

‘Our principal contact at Corrs Chambers Westgarth is Odette Gourley. Her knowledge of trade mark law in Australia and elsewhere, as well has her long experience, have made her an excellent adviser.’

Key clients

AB InBev


Cartier


Caterpillar


Ferrari


Gucci


Katy Perry


Lacoste


Lundbeck


Merck Sharp & Dohme


University of Melbourne


Mundipharma


Work highlights


  • Represented Katy Perry in high-profile trade mark infringement proceedings brought against her by an Australian who registered the trade mark “Katie Perry” for her clothing business.
  • Acted for Sportsbet Pty Ltd in the Supreme Court of Victoria on a trade mark infringement case concerning the misuse of the sportsbet.com domain name and website.
  • Obtained a High Court judgment in favour of Danish pharmaceutical company, Lundbeck, in a major case against Sandoz – Australia’s longest-running pharmaceutical patent dispute.

Gilbert + Tobin

With notable High Court of Australia appearances, Gilbert + Tobin often handles pre-eminent copyright, patent, and trade secret law mandates. Michael Williams heads up the team, Siabon Seet is particularly skilled in brand protection, and John Lee is noted for his expertise in patent litigation. Rebecca Dunn is proficient in consumer, social media, and trade mark law. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Michael Williams


Other key lawyers:

Siabon Seet; John Lee; Rebecca Dunn; Lisa Lennon; Anna Smyth


Testimonials

‘The firm is supporting us in a complex trade mark litigation matter and provided us with complete explanations and useful strategies.’

‘The Intellectual Property practice at Gilbert + Tobin is exceptional.’

‘The Intellectual Property team within Gilbert + Tobin employs intelligent and hard-working lawyers and associates which means that responses are timely and well-constructed.’

Key clients

Aristocrat Technologies


Self Care IP Holdings Pty Ltd (Self Care)


CPC Patent Technologies


Luigi Lavazza S.p.A / Lavazza Australia Pty Ltd


REC Solar Pty Ltd, Sol Distribution Pty Ltd and Baywa r.e. Solar Systems Pty Ltd


BCI Media Group


State Street Global Advisors (SSGA)


Nelson & Co Limited


Glass Candy


Stellantis (formerly FCA US LLC and FCA Australia Pty Ltd)


Imdex


Swoop Holdings Ltd, Cirrus Communications Pty Ltd and related companies


Xero


Salitrosa Holdings Pty Ltd trading as Stoneworld Method


Bodifit


University of New South Wales (UNSW)


Minetek


Herbert Smith Freehills

Reputed for its patent litigation track record, Herbert Smith Freehills caters to strategic branding matters for an assortment of energy, pharmaceuticals and TMT clients. Sue Gilchrist oversees the group and is noted for her capability in multi-jurisdictional intellectual property litigation. Shaun McVicar in Melbourne handles patent validity and infringement mandates, Rebekah Gay is particularly active in the life sciences sector, and Emma Iles in Melbourne specialises in medical device patent litigation. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Sue Gilchrist


Other key lawyers:

Shaun McVicar; Rebekah Gay; Emma Iles; Kristin Stammer; Anna Vandervliet


Key clients

Motorola Solutions, Inc


Suncorp


Biogen


Hanwha Q CELLS


Cantarella Bros


Seven West Media


Wesfarmers


Gilead


Tabcorp


King & Wood Mallesons

King & Wood Mallesons caters to intellectual property asset transfers, commercialisation arrangements as well as licensing issues; the team is also particularly skilled in patent and trade mark advisory, litigation, and transactional work. Head of the group Matthew Swinn and Kim O’Connell are entrusted by a breadth of life sciences clients, while Kate Hay has a strong track record in trade mark litigation. Suzy Madar in Sydney is noted for her experience in representing clients before the Federal, High and Supreme court as well as Patent Office proceedings. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Matthew Swinn


Other key lawyers:

Kim O’Connell; Kate Hay; Suzy Madar; Luke Hawthorne; Karen Litherland; Bridie Egan


Testimonials

‘King & Wood Mallesons has a strong team to advise on intellectual property and consumer law matters that affect our business. Their advice is always considered, actionable and commercially relevant.’

‘The KWM team is an absolute pleasure to work with. They are responsive, highly competent, and work well as a team.’

‘KWM are open to and have implemented innovative ways of working, which have increased efficiencies for both our company and KWM.’

Key clients

MSA 4×4 Accessories


QAD Australia Pty Limited (QAD)


The Star Entertainment Group Limited


REA Group


Zip Co


Fanatics Inc.


Energy Beverages LLC


Chubb Fire & Safety


Huygens AS


Arista Cereal Technologies


Boost Mobile


Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd


Body Fit Training Company Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Successfully defended Zip Co Limited and Zipmoney Payments Pty Ltd in trade mark infringement proceedings in relation to Firstmac’s registered trade mark for the word ZIP.
  • Acted for REA Group in its unanimous win in the High Court in a copyright dispute in relation to the use of photographs on various online platforms.
  • Advising Silicon Quantum Computing on the sale of complex intellectual property rights and specialised equipment to Diraq Pty Ltd.

DLA Piper

Established in the consumer goods, life sciences and retail sectors, DLA Piper is adept in copyright, patents, trade marks, and trade secrets. Robynne Sanders spearheads the practice from Melbourne and caters to patent litigation in the engineering, IT, and medical devices sectors. Nicholas Tyacke advises technology companies on an assortment of intellectual property disputes, while Greg Bodulovic is experienced before the Federal Court of Australia. Jessie Buchan is often engaged in intellectual property enforcement and exploitation. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Robynne Sanders


Other key lawyers:

Nicholas Tyacke; Greg Bodulovic; Jessie Buchan; Rob McMaster


Testimonials

‘The DLA Piper team has considerable expertise and great experience in all aspects of intellectual property law including IP litigation.’

‘They are particularly suited to clients with large international intellectual property portfolios. They are able to integrate and tailor their advice and provide quality representation across multiple jurisdictions.’

‘DLA Piper’s Australian IP practice is very strong in patent prosecution and litigation and is especially experienced with all aspects of pharmaceutical patents.’

‘Robynne Sanders is technically excellent, very commercial, and has great common sense.’

‘Robynne Sanders is well versed in all aspects of IP law and practice. She is equally capable of advising on commercial transactions, IP protection and IP litigation.’

‘Robynne Sanders makes a considerable effort to understand her client’s needs and businesses and uses that knowledge to inform the advice and service that she provides.’

‘Nick Tyacke is a very experienced and determined litigator. He is extremely responsive to clients and mindful of their commercial interests and desires.’

‘Nick Tyacke leads a team of hard working and experienced solicitors, who are particularly knowledgeable in the life sciences and pharmaceutical patent space.’

Key clients

Pfizer and its affiliates


Boss Fire Pty Ltd


Campari


SmileDirectClub


Neurim Pharmaceuticals (1991) Ltd


Global Retail Brands Australia Pty Ltd


Ozcare


Slip Enterprises Pty Ltd


UON Pty Ltd and LAA Industries Pty Ltd


O’Brien Glass Industries Ltd


ResMed Pty Ltd


ResApp


Work highlights


  • Acted for Pfizer against Samsung Bioepis in Australia’s first biologic/biosimilar patent litigation.
  • Sucesfully acted for Boss Fire in Federal Court of Australia proceedings, for patent infringement and validity as well as mark disputes.
  • Represented SmileDirectClub on two significant proceedings before the Federal Court of Australia.

Griffith Hack

With practitioners based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, Griffith Hack is well equipped to advise corporations, government agencies and universities on the full spectrum of intellectual property mandates. Based in Sydney, Derek Baigent is often engaged in patent litigation and often appears before the Australian Federal Court. Kellie Stonier in Brisbane is skilled in trade mark cancellations, infringements and registrations, while Gavin Adkins in Melbourne is active in intellectual property litigation in the pharmaceuticals sector.

Practice head(s):

Derek Baigent


Other key lawyers:

Kellie Stonier; Gavin Adkins; Leanne Oitmaa; Jack Collings; Rachael Lopez


Testimonials

‘They are skilled in patent and procedural law, strategy and communication.’

‘The individuals are skilful; they work hard to get the best outcomes. The people I deal with are good at writing up patents.’

‘Griffith Hack are skilled in litigation and IP patent submissions. They have a diverse team with good skills. They are good collaborators.’

Key clients

Allergan


BASF


Battery World


Century Yuasa Batteries


Pandora


Prudential Investment Company of Australia


Puma


Rio Tinto


Sony


Woodside Petroleum


Work highlights


  • Acted for Allergan in a case addressing the question of whether the use of a competitor’s trade mark to promote the competitor’s alternative product, infringes the registered trade mark.
  • Acted as counsel to Globaltech Corporation Pty Ltd in long running and highly contested patent infringement proceedings regarding core drilling tools.
  • Assisted Bulugudu with worldwide patent licensing, biodiscovery benefit sharing agreements, and various transactional documents to establish Trioda Willingi.

K&L Gates

The full-service intellectual property department at K&L Gates is noted for its capability in patent litigation, portfolio management and trade mark prosecution across the construction, life sciences, sport and technology sectors. Jonathan Feder leads the group and is a key port of call for fashion houses and various other brands for intellectual property enforcement and protection issues. Gregory Pieris is informed on contentious and non-contentious copyright, design, trade mark and trade practices, while Harrison Ottaway is also a key member of the team. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Melbourne.

Practice head(s):

Jonathan Feder


Other key lawyers:

Gregory Pieris; Harrison Ottaway; Patrick Sands; Tim Appleby


Testimonials

‘The K&L Gates IP team are very knowledgeable and responsive. We have complete confidence in their ability to look after our worldwide IP portfolio. ’

‘Jonathan Feder is very approachable and is more than willing to offer his assistance – no request or concern is ever unanswered. Jonathan knows his stuff and is extremely personable. Likewise, Jonathan’s team is very helpful.’

‘Harrison Ottaway is equally parts brilliant and personable.’

Key clients

Australian Football League (AFL)


Bounce IP Pty Ltd and Bounce Australia Pty Ltd


Cricket Australia


Directed Electronics Australia Pty Ltd


Jellycat Ltd


L1 Capital Pty Ltd


Pact Group


RDX Works Ltd


RSI North America, Inc.


Sanitarium Health Food Company (Australian Health & Nutrition Association Limited)


Simavita/Smartz


United Petroleum


Verve Projects Pty Ltd


Zeller Holdings Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Successfully acted for Directed Electronics OE Pty Ltd in a commercial litigation matter heard in the Federal Court of Australia regarding the misuse of confidential information, copyright infringement and breach of contract.
  • Advising RDX Works Ltd in the filing and prosecution of its trade marks across numerous jurisdictions and on the enforcement of its trade marks and trade mark opposition actions in various countries.
  • Advising L1 Capital in relation to a range of intellectual property matters in trade mark portfolio management, global trade mark disputes, trade mark opposition proceedings and UK High Court litigation.

Minter Ellison

Minter Ellison has a successful track record in all aspects of intellectual property, including commercialisation transactions, confidential information, and domain names. The practice also handles copyright, patent and trade mark matters across the education, hi-tech, life sciences and pharmaceuticals sectors. With over three decades of experience, Robert Cooper leads the team from Melbourne and specialises in patent disputes, while John Fairbairn is particularly focused on the digital, media and telecoms sectors. Simone Mitchell is skilled in patent infringement, oppositions, and revocation cases. All of the individuals are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Robert Cooper


Other key lawyers:

John Fairbairn; Simone Mitchell; Shyama Jayaswal; Jonathan Kelp; Gus Lightowlers


Testimonials

‘A great depth of talent and expertise across all categories of IP and technologies. They can adjust resources dynamically and efficiently.’

‘Minter Ellison’s IP practice is comprehensive, straightforward and dependable.’

‘Minters provide a high level of IP expertise combined with more general commercial expertise and understanding of practicalities, this enables them to provide a holistic and practical approach to advice.’

‘The Minters team has a breadth and depth of experience which means they can provide a seamless end to end solution.’

‘The intellectual property team have strong expertise in copyright in the media and entertainment industries.’

‘Very experienced IP litigators.’

‘John Fairbairn has an intelligent and considered approach to litigation. He is hands on; highly knowledgeable and experienced, with a particular understanding of the media and entertainment industries.’

‘John Fairbairn is an expert adviser on copyright as well as trade mark matters and has a deep knowledge of the media and entertainment industry.’

Key clients

BMS


Cap-XX


Copyright Agency


Endeavour Group


ESCO Corporation


Foxtel


Giorgio Armani


PPG Industries


Stan Entertainment


Thales Australia


Woolworths


Norton Rose Fulbright

With know-how of copyright and design, patent and trade mark enforcement issues, Norton Rose Fulbright is experienced in litigating the full spectrum of intellectual property mandates. Cameron Harvey leads the team from Melbourne, while Georgina Hey advises clients on pre and post completion intellectual property transaction issues as well as due diligence. Jackie O’Brien and Isobel Taylor are noted for their expertise in brand protection. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Cameron Harvey


Other key lawyers:

Georgina Hey; Jackie O’Brien; Isobel Taylor; Amanda Caldwell


Testimonials

‘Norton Rose Fulbright team is very professional for IP matters. During our exchange, they left a deep impression on us.’

‘The individuals from this firm are very prompt in responses.’

‘The level of service received from the team at Norton Rose Fulbright is faultless. The response time is exceptional, they are superb at keeping me informed, and are very easy to deal with.’

Key clients

Accolade Wines


ANZ Bank


Bergdorf Goodman / Neiman Marcus


Bonza Aviation


Brookfield


Bytedance (TikTok, Pico)


Coles


Country Road


David Jones


Goodman Fielder


Intercontinental Energy


Loan Market Group


McDonald’s


Petspiration


Quayeyeware


Salvatore Ferragamo


Sanitarium


Sarb


Sonia Rykeil


Sonic Healthcare


Star Scientific


Work highlights


  • Acting for SARB Management Group in relation to a patent infringement claim.
  • Acted for Star Scientific in respect of all of its emerging IP matters.
  • Advising Bytedance and its subsidiary Pico on its trade mark and brand portfolio in Australia and New Zealand, including the well-known TIKTOK and PICO word and device marks.

Addisons

Trade mark management remains a key component of the multi-disciplinary intellectual property practice at Addisons. Donna Short leads the team and is well equipped to advise clients on copyright, domain name disputes, licensing issues and commercialisation agreements as well as trade marks. Justine Munsie has notable success in intellectual property litigation, while Bianca D’Angelo develops intellectual property protection strategies. James Lawrence arrived to the team from Mills Oakley in August 2023. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Donna Short


Other key lawyers:

Justine Munsie; Bianca D’Angelo; James Lawrence


Testimonials

‘The team led by Donna Short is responsive, delivers exceptional service and tailored solutions.’

‘Donna Short is a very hands-on partner. She listens to clients’ needs and provides tailored and practical solutions.’

‘Donna Short always makes herself available for us. She is highly competent and exerts great efforts to understand and address the concerns of the business.’

Key clients

Hungry Jack’s Pty Limited


Virgin Enterprises Limited


Pump Haircare Pty Ltd


Hemmes Trading Pty Limited


The Hain Celestial Group, Inc


Bega Cheese Limited


Sustainable Energy Solutions Pty Limited


Temple & Webster Pty Ltd


Australian China Economics, Trade and Culture Association


Helium Pictures


San Miguel Brewing International Limited


In Films


Australian Ethical Investment Ltd


Schroders plc


Seven West Media


The Beauty Chef Pty Ltd


Claim Central Consolidated Pty Ltd


OFX Group Limited


ClearView Wealth Limited


MoneyMe Financial Group Pty Ltd


Police Bank Ltd


Shaw of Australia Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Represented the Australia Chinese Economic Trade and Culture Association in Federal Court of Australia proceedings commenced by the Sydney Opera House (SOH).
  • Assisting Hemmes Trading Pty Limited in respect of its extensive trade mark portfolio, which includes trade mark prosecution strategies and acting on the client’s behalf in opposition proceedings before the Australian Trade Marks Office.
  • Advising Temple & Webster Pty Ltd in respect of several trade mark matters associated with the expansion of its business and goods and services offerings in Australia.

Bird & Bird

Leveraging support from its international network, Bird & Bird is often engaged in intellectual property litigation and is notably active across the life sciences, media, and retail sectors. Jane Owen oversees the department, and her broad practice encompasses portfolio design infringements, patent and trade mark oppositions as well as portfolio management. Lynne Lewis is active in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors and is well regarded for her expertise in multi-jurisdictional intellectual property litigation. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Jane Owen


Other key lawyers:

Lynne Lewis; Rebecca Currey; Shariqa Mestroni; Tom Johnston; Shehana Wijesena


Testimonials

‘The team is very business focused and operate as an extension of your own team. Their advice is very tailored and aligned with business risk appetite.’

‘Lynne Lewis is very commercially minded.’

‘The people I work with, namely Lynne Lewis, make a real effort to know and understand my business. I can also ask Lynne Lewis a question that may touch upon jurisdictions outside of hers in Asia Pacific, and she can still pull together advice that is useful and practical across jurisdictions.’

‘The people make Bird & Bird exceptional. They are highly skilled and knowledgeable, and provide practical advice as if they had a real stake in the outcome.’

Key clients

Boart Longyear Limited


Take-Two Interactive Software Inc; RockStar Games, Inc


GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Australia Pty Ltd (now Haleon)


Troy Laboratories Pty Ltd


Howden Australia Pty Ltd and James Howden (Howden)


Uniden Australia Limited


Rakman Pty Ltd & Trafalgar Pty Ltd


Abbey Laboratories Pty Ltd


University of New South Wales


Mattel (and its related entities)


Wisetech Global Limited


Internet Services Australia 1 Pty Ltd trading as THE ICONIC (part of Global Fashion Group)


Epic Games, Inc


Elixinol Global Limited


The Wonderful Company


Airtasker Pty Ltd


First Pharma Pty Ltd


Noumi Limited (previously Freedom Foods Group)


Target Brands Inc


KPMG Australia IP Holdings Pty Ltd


HelloFresh SE


Strongcast Pty Ltd


Consorzio Per La Tutela Del Formaggio Asiago


Universal Store Pty Ltd


TPG Telecom


The Dolphins


Chatime Australia


Work highlights


  • Successfully acted for Globaltech in Federal Court proceedings asserting patent infringement against Reflex in respect of its downhole magnetic and gyro devices.
  • Obtained orders and relief for copyright infringement in proceedings concerning unauthorised mods written for the Grand Theft Auto V game.
  • Acted as a long-term legal adviser to GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare and now, Haleon.

Gadens Lawyers

Noted for its capabilities in defending intellectual property infringement claims, Gadens Lawyers is particularly active in the automotive, engineering, FMCG, manufacturing and retail sectors. Kerry Aweburch advises clients on design, patent, and trade mark disputes as well as commercialisation and collaboration agreements. David Smith’s practice encompasses the marketing and sales aspects of IP, while Michael Owens in Brisbane is a key contact for right owners and users on the development, management and protection of their assets. Savannah Hardingham is experienced in representing copyright owners in enforcement matters, and Madeleine McMaster is knowledgeable of branding and copyright compliance, as well as design and product labelling. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

David Smith; Kerry Awerbuch; Michael Owens


Other key lawyers:

Savannah Hardingham; Madeleine McMaster; Olivia Coburn


Testimonials

‘The people are client focused and provide commercial advice while being friendly and approachable. They provide advice with a collaborative approach and are happy to work with the business to achieve the desired outcome.’

‘They are strong across all IP disciplines, with a depth of experience from partner level down. The partners are very hands-on and have a very strong focus on achieving a commercial outcome.’

‘Gadens has an excellent IP team, across Melbourne and Sydney. They are well resourced to allocate the more appropriate person to each task.’

Key clients

A.G. Coombs


Alauda Aeronautics Pty Ltd


Baiada Pty Ltd


Adairs Retail Group Pty Ltd


Bapcor Retail Pty Ltd


Blackberry Limited


Chuchka Pty Ltd


Citadel Limited


Cotton On Group


DesignCrowd Pty Ltd


DKSH Holding and Favorex Pte. Ltd.


DMG Fine Wine / DMG Organic


Esse Studios Pty Ltd


Evolve Skateboards Pty Ltd


Grace & Fire Pty Ltd trading as Ultra Violette


Grace Loves Lace Pty Ltd


Healius Ltd


Ironman 4×4 Pty Ltd


Keith Melbourne Pty Ltd


Kennards Hire Pty Ltd


Lark Distillery Pty Ltd


Lifestyles Healthcare Pty Ltd


Luxton Homes Pty Ltd


Mister Zimi Pty Ltd


Motion Asia Pacific Pty Ltd


Mountain Trail RV Pty Ltd


PopSockets LLC


Premcar Pty Ltd


Prene Bags Pty Ltd


Racing and Sports


Rawson Group Pty Ltd (Rawson Homes)


Rebecca Vallance Pty Ltd


Ross Gardam Pty Ltd


Sleeping Duck Pty Ltd


Strateas.Carlucci Pty Ltd


Thankyou Group Pty Ltd


The Star Entertainment Group


Unyoked Pty Ltd


Vida Glow Pty Ltd


Warwick Fabrics (Australia) Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Represented Chuchka in copyright infringement litigation initiated in the Federal Court of Australia, VID 521/2018, against it by State of Escape.
  • Advised Lark on global trade mark portfolio and enforcement related matters.
  • Advises Bapcor on its Australian and New Zealand trade mark prosecution strategy and trade mark enforcement.

Jones Day

Jones Day is particularly proficient in multi-jurisdictional patent litigation in the life sciences sector, and is well equipped to advise clients on a breadth of intellectual property mandates, including breach of confidence issues, copyright and transactional work. Lisa Taliadoros leads the team from Melbourne and Anthony Muratore is a seasoned patent litigator, while Samin Raihan’s practice encompasses high-value trade mark and patent disputes. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Lisa Taliadoros


Other key lawyers:

Anthony Muratore; Samin Raihan; Kezia Adams; Richard Hoad


Testimonials

‘Their biotech patent and pharmaceutical patent capability is foremost.’

‘They will go to the ends of the earth to obtain a good outcome for their client.’

‘They have been involved in many high-profile biotechnology/life sciences cases and have many years of patent litigation experience.’

‘Lisa Taliadoros has a deep scientific knowledge and is enormously committed.’

‘Lisa Taliadoros does not shy away from complex technical issues and arguments and will go the extra mile to ensure that the scientific and technical points are bottomed out.’

‘Jones Day has a strong IP litigation practice in the Australian market. The team is headed by Lisa Taliadoros, a veteran litigator with a technical background. She is accompanied by Tony Muratore who is very experienced litigator.’

‘Lisa Taliadoros has unparalleled biotech and pharma patent knowledge, and Tony Muratore is a highly experienced litigator.’

‘Both Lisa Taliadoros and Tony Muratore are not afraid to get stuck into the technical details working closely with experts.’

Key clients

Celgene Corporation


Bristol Myers Squibb


ToolGen, Inc


Sanofi


Organon Pharma Pty Limited


Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC and Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd


Chevron Corporation


Work highlights


  • Acting for Celgene in relation to the enforcement and defence of patent rights relating to Revlimid and Pomalyst in proceedings against Juno Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd and Natco Pharma Limited.
  • Acting for Bristol Myers Squibb, an American global pharmaceutical company in an opposition in the Australian Patent Office to Australian Patent Application No. 2015292889.
  • Acting for ToolGen in Federal Court proceedings concerning the validity of its patent rights to the revolutionary CRISPR gene editing technology.

Maddocks

Maddocks is home to practitioners with advisory and contentious expertise across the full gamut of intellectual property issues, including copyright and designs, patents, and trade marks. Ben Miller and Brendan Coady lead the practice and the former advises clients on biopharmaceutical, medical device, and pharmaceutical regulatory matters. Stephen Rohl is noted for his capabilities in multi-jurisdictional patent litigation. Elizabeth Ireland arrived to the team from Ashurst in February 2024.  in All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Ben Miller; Brendan Coady


Other key lawyers:

Stephen Rohl; Anthony Willis; Caroline Atkins; Shelley Einfeld; Elizabeth Ireland


Testimonials

‘Ben Miller is always available to provide advice.’

‘Ben Miller provides extremely commercial, strategic and practical contracting and transactional advice which is grounded in an exceptional understanding of current intellectual property case law and strategic litigation experience.’

‘Stephen Rohl – Special Counsel – is very smart, very able and an extremely hard worker.’

Key clients

Pharmacor Pty Limited


Rio Tinto


E-Chem Technologies Ltd & Duoguard Australia


AU Pharma Pty Limited


Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO)


Children’s Medical Research Institute


Therapeutic Goods Administration


Office of the National Data Commissioner


Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand


Laser Clinics Australia


Black Dog Institute


Austgrains


Work highlights


  • Acting for Pharmacor in proceedings brought in the Federal Court of Australia by Novartis for alleged infringement of four patents relating to dosing regimens and formulations.
  • Acting for Rio Tinto’s subsidiary Technological Resources in proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against Epiroc for alleged infringement of patents.
  • Assisting the Office of the National Data Commissioner (ONDC) in the Commonwealth Department of Finance with the filing and prosecution of its ‘DATAPLACE’ and ‘ONDC’ trade marks.

Piper Alderman

Spread across Adelaide and Melbourne, Piper Alderman is a key contact for government, research organisations, and public and private companies on copyright, designs, patents, and trade marks. Co-head of the team Tim Clark is located in Melbourne and is knowledgeable of the intellectual property and commercial aspects of social media. Fellow co-head Tim O’Callaghan excels in IP protection and portfolio management, while Travis Shueard has been praised for his ‘outstanding knowledge’.

Practice head(s):

Tim Clark; Tim O’Callaghan


Other key lawyers:

Travis Shueard


Testimonials

‘They are extremely knowledgeable and proactive. They always respond promptly to queries and have a knowledgeable support team to assist if our regular contacts are unavailable.’

‘The firm’s commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of their service. Their responsiveness, efficiency, and thoroughness in handling our legal matters have been consistently remarkable.’

‘Their ability to adapt to our evolving needs and their willingness to go above and beyond have centered our trust in their capabilities.’

‘Their proactive approach to legal problem-solving has saved us valuable time and resources, enabling us to make well-informed decisions with confidence.’

‘Throughout our collaboration, we have been thoroughly impressed with the level of service and dedication the firm have consistently delivered.’

‘Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving favourable outcomes have surpassed our expectations.’

‘Travis Shueard has outstanding knowledge of our operation. He provided very detailed analysis as well as very clear and reliable advice.’

Key clients

Geoscan Pty Ltd


Pepper Group


REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd


University of Adelaide


Work highlights


  • Representing Caporaso Pty Ltd, trading as Mercato supermarket, in Federal Court proceedings relating to the use of Caporaso’s registered trade mark MERCATO.
  • Represented CME Blasting & Mining Equipment Ltd in contentious Federal Court proceedings against a Western Australian based company and its director.
  • Representing Peregrine Group in disputes against those seeking to misappropriate its IP.

Simpsons Solicitors

With expertise in advisory work, trade mark portfolio management and transactional matters, Simpsons Solicitors' Sydney-based team is a key contact for government institutions and music, publishing, and video game producers. Adam Simpson acts for a litany of blue-chip clients and is particularly adept in copyright and book publishing work. Jules Munro and Mark Bamford are experienced in the media and entertainment sectors, while Ian McDonald is informed on pre-publication defamation issues. Clare Young is noted for her capabilities in intellectual property litigation.

Practice head(s):

Adam Simpson; Jules Munro; Mark Bamford


Other key lawyers:

Ian McDonald; Clare Young; Amy Grondal


Testimonials

‘The individuals we work with are innovative and quick to offer advice that is easy to understand and will often inform how best to manage complex collection management problems.’

‘The team at Simpsons Solicitors are superb specialists in intellectual property. They are extremely skilled at what they do and enormously efficient. They are knowledgeable across all aspects of IP, particularly trade marks and copyright.’

‘They have a diverse practice, and they work on high profile and complex pieces of litigation. They always operate in a totally professional manner and remain calm, even when involved with very hostile litigation.’

Key clients

Netflix, Inc


Maurice Blackburn Lawyers


Allen & Unwin Publishers


MacMillan Publishers


Screen Australia


Universal Music Publishing and Songs of Universal, Inc


Riot Games Inc


National Gallery of Australia


Spiral Foods


Hachette Publishing


Simon & Schuster Australia


The Wiggles


Work highlights


  • Represent Netflix Inc. in Copyright Tribunal proceedings concerning the licence scheme for the use of music in streaming services operating in Australia.
  • Acting for Riot Games on trade mark prosecution, dispute and commercial work in Australia.
  • Successfully defended Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in litigation brought by US asset manager State Street in relation to Maurice Blackburn’s acquisition and display of the Fearless Girl statue in Melbourne.

Sparke Helmore Lawyers

IP commercialisation, management, and protection remain a key component of the practice at Sparke Helmore Lawyers. Co-lead of the team Shannon Platt has over two decades of experience in infringement and revocation proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia for copyright, patent, and design and also acts in trade mark disputes. Fellow co-head Dalvin Chien is knowledgeable of consumer data rights and security issues, e-commerce work and technology transactions. Vienna Jones is noted for her experience in administrative trade mark opposition proceedings before IP Australia. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney.

Practice head(s):

Shannon Platt; Dalvin Chien


Other key lawyers:

Vienna Jones


Key clients

Allnex Resins Australia Pty Ltd / Allnex Netherlands B.V.


Australia’s Oyster Coast Pty Ltd


Bentleys Australia Pty Ltd


Coal Services Ltd


Community First Credit Union Ltd


Council of the City of Shellharbour


Crocs, Inc


Enviropacific Services Limited


Grant Bloodstock Pty Ltd


Greencross Group (including Petbarn)


Husqvarna Group


Infosys Limited


Liquor Marketing Group (Bottlemart/Harry Brown)


Liverpool City Council


Luk Fook Holdings Company Limited


Maggie Sottero Designs, LLC


Merck KGaA


Meals on Wheels


Millennium & Copthorne International Ltd


National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Launch Transition Agency


NSW Government, Department of Communities and Justice


Parramatta City Council


Redx Technology Australia Pty Ltd


Ricoh Company Ltd


Roche Group Pty Ltd


Rural and Remote Medical Services Ltd t/as HealthAccess


Share the Dignity Limited


Sprint Horticulture Pty Ltd


Take 3 Limited


Tomkins Commercial & Industrial Builders Pty Ltd


University of Technology Sydney


Work highlights


  • Acting for Crocs in Australian Federal Court proceedings for infringement of its shape trade mark, the famous classic clog.
  • Acting for FanFirm Pty Ltd in Australian Federal Court proceedings against Fanatics LLC regarding infringement by Fanatics of FanFirm’s Australian Trade Marks for its FANATICS brand.
  • Acting for Community First Credit Union following successful Australian Federal Court proceedings against Bendigo Bank regarding the use of the descriptive words “Community First”.

Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers

Spruson & Ferguson is regarded for its capabilities in copyright and designs, data protection and privacy, and the infringement and validity of patents as well as trade marks. Chris Bevitt oversees the team from Sydney, while Khajaque Kortian is proficient in domain name disputes and has notable appearances before the High Court and the Federal Court of Australia. Duncan Longstaff’s practice encompasses patent disputes in the financial services, IT and pharmaceutical sectors.

Practice head(s):

Chris Bevitt


Other key lawyers:

Khajaque Kortian; Duncan Longstaff; Katrina Crooks; Andrew Rankine; Lucy Hartland; Jacqueline Chelebian


Key clients

Johnson & Johnson (including Janssen Pharmaceuticals)


Nestle


McDonald’s Corporation


Roche


Disney


Dyson


Hytera Communications Corporation Limited


Dyno Nobel


Zoetis


Intervet International BV


Ecolab (including Nalco)


James Hardie


TMA Capital


Vehicle Monitoring Systems


Xiamen Huadian Switchgear Co., Ltd (Huatech)


Fuchs Lubricants


InfoTrack


ALDI


Work highlights


  • Acting for Hytera Communications Corporation Limited in the Australian limb of a multi-jurisdictional dispute relating to communications technology.

Thomson Geer

Recently engaged in patent litigation and trade mark portfolio management, Thomson Geer is geared to handle the full spectrum of intellectual property protection and enforcement matters. With over two decades of experience, Peter Le Guay is based in Sydney and handles intellectual property due diligence audits as well as licences and assignments. Josh Simons in Adelaide caters to copyright, design, patent, and trade mark litigation, while Ben Coogan in Brisbane is knowledgeable of competition, consumer, defamation, and media law as well as information technology issues.

Other key lawyers:

Peter Le Guay; Josh Simons; Ben Coogan; Andrew Chalet


Testimonials

‘Strength in depth, with particular knowledge in trade mark law. The trade mark registration team and litigation department work together particularly well.’

‘Great technical knowledge. They are responsive.’

‘The team is highly capable; they make it very easy to work with them.’

‘Peter Le Guay has exceptional knowledge of global client’s business and brands, as well as strategic vision.’

‘Ben Coogan is a pleasure to work with. He is down to earth and has excellent instincts.’

‘Peter Le Guay is very personable and good at sharing his enthusiasm for excellent client service.’

Key clients

Konami Australia


Reckitt


Department for Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA)


Exim Marketing


JSHealth Holdings Pty Limited, JSHealth Vitamins Pty Limited


Sweetshop Green/Hakeem Productions


Coopers Brewery


South Australian Government


Saab Australia


Work highlights


  • Acted for gaming company Konami in a precedent-setting patent dispute involving electronic gaming machines with fellow gaming company Aristocrat.
  • Acting for Reckitt in a dispute over a rival’s dishwashing tablet product which involves allegations of trade mark infringement, misleading and deceptive conduct and passing off at common law.
  • Represented Grenof Pty Ltd and Aquadex Pty Ltd in patent infringement proceedings brought by Calix Limited in the Federal Court of Australia.

Arnold Bloch Leibler

Specialising in contentious intellectual property mandates, Arnold Bloch Leibler is a key contact for retail, technology and telecoms clients. Zaven Mardirossian leads the group and is proficient in third party infringement protection, while Gabriel Sakkal is also noted for his broad competition and IP property law practice. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne.

Practice head(s):

Zaven Mardirossian


Other key lawyers:

Gabriel Sakkal


Key clients

MECCA Brands


HQ Group Pty Ltd


PLUSpak Safety


Industry Super Australia


Decjuba


Memories.com.au


Retail Food Group


Cadence Property Group


Wollemi Capital Group


Work highlights


  • Advising Mecca on intellectual property protection, registration, licensing and enforcement matters.
  • Advising HQ Group in relation to the registration and enforcement of several trade marks in connection with its hospitality venues.
  • Representing PLUSpak Australia in a major intellectual property dispute with the a2 Milk Company Ltd.

Dentons

With a global patent and trade mark offering, Dentons is adept at intellectual property commercialisation and licensing work, franchising and privacy issues, technology mandates, and litigation. Practice head Joy Atacador and Vanessa Gore in Adelaide are knowledgeable of the protection and enforcement of copyright and trade marks. Roanne De Menezes is skilled in trade mark portfolio management, and Peter Divitcos is also a key member of the team. Team members are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Joy Atacador


Other key lawyers:

Vanessa Gore: Roanne De Menezes; Peter Divitcos: Antonia Hudson


Testimonials

‘The team are so personable and down to earth. Explain options clearly in ‘layman’s terms’ and very proactive in providing options and suggested next steps.’

‘Great communicators, quick responses to any queries and pro-active and friendly.’

Key clients

Rapid Response Revival


Dye & Durham


Hertz


Avis Budget Group


Hilton


Windsor Smith


Argenta


Regeneus


Starwood Capital


Gartner Australasia Pty Ltd


Work highlights


  • Assisted Argenta with template licence agreements and multiple strategic transactions.
  • Advised Avis Budget Group on drafting precedent franchise agreements, competition law, trade marks, IP ownership and licensing arrangements.

Macpherson Kelley

Operating in the food and beverage, manufacturing as well as retail and fashion sectors, Macpherson Kelley is entrusted by an assortment of multi-national clients. Paul Kirton has been praised as ‘a seasoned practitioner’, while Belinda Sigismundi in Dandenong is adept in the development, enforcement, and protection of trade marks. Mark Metzeling in Queensland is informed on the commercialisation of copyright and patents, as well as cybersecurity and internet law issues. Stuart Gibson is a key port of call for significant clients in the fashion and entertainment industries on trade mark portfolio management. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Practice head(s):

Paul Kirton; Belinda Sigismundi; Mark Metzeling; Stuart Gibson


Other key lawyers:

Libby Goad: Nils Versemann


Testimonials

‘Efficient and excellent communicators.’

‘The team deliver results promptly with excellent insights to the matter at hand.’

‘They provide prompt, practical, commercial advice and their responsiveness and communication are exemplary.’

Key clients

State of Escape


BB Retail Capital (Honey Birdette (Aust) Pty Ltd)


AutoPacific Australia Pty Ltd


Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd


The Coffee Club Pty Ltd


Fewstone Pty Ltd trading as City Beach


Drool by Dr Chris Brown Pty Ltd


Just Order Enterprises Corporation


Visy Retail Services Pty Ltd


Openway Food Group Pty Ltd


Newfurn Floor Coverings Limited (Choices Flooring)


Hinkler


Aussie Disposals


Rapid Tune


Sutton Tools


Kinder Austraia and Kinder International


Illusion Fires / Ultimate Wood Heaters


Symphony Holdings Limited


Work highlights


  • Advised City Beach on its worldwide IP portfolio, including the expansion and protection of its IP overseas.
  • Advised AutoPacific Australia in relation to the protection, enforcement, and commercialisation of its international IP portfolio.
  • Acted for Jimmys on the enforcement of its trade mark rights against third party infringers by conducting IP litigation in the Federal Court of Australia.

Pearce IP

Led by Sydney-based Naomi Pearce, the boutique firm Pearce IP caters to contentious and non-contentious patent and trade mark matters in the life sciences sectors. In Melbourne, Eliza Jane Saunders is often engaged in patent litigation, while Chris Vindurampulle is seasoned in patent and trade mark prosecution and opposition work.

Practice head(s):

Naomi Pearce


Other key lawyers:

Eliza Jane Saunders; Chris Vindurampulle


Testimonials

‘The team is uniquely positioned to provide pragmatic and up to the minute advice in the field of biologics.’

‘The team employs real IP specialists with top notch experience, working collaboratively with clients to achieve their commercial objectives.’

‘No-one has more experience and knowledge of the biosimilars industry than Naomi Pearce. She is skilled and highly motivated.’

Key clients

Juno Pharmaceuticals


Natco Pharmaceuticals


Burchgrove and Luxotico


1200 Pharma LLC


2A Pharma AB


ABL Bio


Annexon Inc.


Atara Biotherapeutics


Atomic Oncology


Biogen Inc


California Institute of Technology


Calithera Biosciences Inc


Cipla


CRISPR Therapeutics


Demeter Fertility


Fable Holdings


Goterra


HB11


Intellia Therapeutics


Intocell Inc.


Juno


Leadfarm


Legochem Biosciences


Loam Bio Pty Ltd


NaNotics LLC


Natco


Novo Nordisk


Novozymes


Perfect Day, Inc


Pulse Pharmaceuticals


SHL Medical


Sigalon Therapeutics


Sapience Therapeutics


The Regents of the University of California


Yes Hair


Zealand Pharma


Work highlights


  • Acted for Californian FoodTech company Perfect Day, Inc. in its appeal to the Federal Court of Australia of a decision by the Australian Patent Office (APO).
  • Acting for SHL in a Patent Opposition regarding an autoinjector device used for parenteral drug delivery.
  • Represented Cipla Australia Pty Limited in the Federal Court of Australia for the revocation of two Australian patents owned by Bayer Intellectual Property GmbH relating to rivaroxaban (VID124/2023).

Wrays Lawyers

Well-established in the pharmaceutical industry, Wrays Lawyers is active in work at the intersection of intellectual property and competition law. Gary Cox in Perth is experienced in intellectual property litigation, while Jennifer McEwan in Melbourne leads the firm’s trade mark practice. Based in Sydney, Judith Miller is focused on the research and development sector and advises clients on the exploitation, management and protection of their rights in old and new media.

Practice head(s):

Gary Cox; Jennifer McEwan; Judith Miller


Other key lawyers:

Andrew Goatcher; Natalie Shoolman; Andrew Mullane


Testimonials

‘They are experts in the field.’

‘Knowledgeable and thorough.’

‘They have long and strong client relationships and know their matters back to front.’

Key clients

Amgen Inc


Lupin Inc (Generic Health)


MMD Design and Consultancy Ltd and MMD Australia Pty Ltd


Takeda


Eli Lilly & Company


Chiesi Pharmaceutici S.p.A.


Jurlique International Pty Ltd


Xero


TCT Group Pty Ltd


Kangatech Pty Ltd


Jusand Nominees Pty Ltd


Cash Converters Pty Ltd


Lion Pty Ltd


Bunnings Group Ltd


La Z- Boy Incorporated


Oat Baby Pty Ltd


Australian Made Campaign Limited


HBF Health Limited


Work highlights


  • Represented Amgen in the defence of its Australian PCSK9 antibody patent portfolio used for the treatment of high cholesterol.
  • Successfully represented the TCT Group Pty Ltd in a proactive patent revocation action against a patentee, Polaris IP Pty Ltd.
  • Asssisted Xero in portflio management.