Leading Silks

Richard Cobden SC Nigel Bowen Chambers Richard has extensive experience and deep knowledge of intellectual property law. He can be trusted to exercise the right judgement in the largest and most strategic matters.  He is also charming and inclusive when working with those who instruct him, which not only makes him a pleasure to work with, but also improves case management and strategy as a whole.’  
Tom Cordiner KCList G Barristers 'He is one of the leading patent barristers in Australia. He had the ability to distil complex issues down to very simple statements.'
Christian Dimitriadis SC Nigel Bowen Chambers Christian is a patent litigation expert having been involved in almost every single important patent case in Australia over the past two decades.  He provides considered, thoughtful advice that is mindful of the client's commercial objectives.  He has a calm, measured advocacy style that is effective in its restraint.  He is respectful of others and treats all team members equally.'   
Michael Hall SCNigel Bowen Chambers Outstanding knowledge of trade mark law. Extremely good advocacy skills - persuasive and succinct.'  
Katrina Howard SCNinth Floor Selborne ChambersKatrina is a very quick study in any technology with a particular focus on pharma and biopharma work.  She is a tremendous advocate on very tricky scientific cases and presents matters simply and clearly to the court.  She is also a fearless advocate.’

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Craig Smith SC – List G Barristers  ‘Craig has a knowledge of trade mark principles and case law that is likely unrivalled in the profession. His advocacy is also excellent. He thinks clearly and this translates into clarity in conveying concepts that are otherwise quite nuanced and complex.

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Leading Juniors

Kate BeattieList G BarristersAlways well-prepared, tenacious and a strong advocate.’
Peter Creighton-Selvay List G Barristers Peter is one of the smartest people at the intellectual property Bar in Australia.  He is on top of the latest cases and everything before that, he is thoughtful, careful, pragmatic and commercial.’
Clare Cunliffe List G Barristers Clare immerses herself in the detail of each case and always has a thorough understanding of both the law and the facts.  She has an exceptional depth of knowledge of patent law.  She is always pleasant and a delight to work with.' 
David Larish 5 Wentworth Chambers As a junior, David is a gargantuan talent.
Luke Merrick List G Barristers Luke is another standout counsel at List G. He is astute, thoughtful and laser focused on presenting a case in the best light.'
Stephen Rebikoff List G Barristers Stephen is an outstanding advocate. His technical skills and knowledge are extraordinary, and perhaps most importantly, he is very easy and pleasant to work with, and is always willing to go over and above to help solicitors get the best possible results for lay clients.’
Andrew SykesList G BarristersAndrew is a strong advocate but equally a strategic and commercial thinker. Andrew is the pre-eminent barrister in the field of trade mark oppositions.’ 
Laura ThomasNigel Bowen Chambers Excellent submissions and good tactical judgement.’
Edwina Whitby Nigel Bowen Chambers Very bright and very knowledgeable.’    
Lucy DavisList G BarristersLucy is very hard working and gets across the details of a case in depth, she has great recall of evidence and appreciation for tactical points.’
Gilbert TsangNigel Bowen Chambers Extremely hardworking, very bright and exceptional drafting skills.'  

Rising Stars

TMT and IP in Australia Bar

5 Wentworth Chambers

Members of 5 Wentworth Chambers are specialised in intellectual property disputes, proceedings including patent, trade mark and copyright in the Federal Court and specialist jurisdictions. In MSA 4×4 Accessories Pty Ltd v Clearview Towing Mirrors Pty Ltd, Catherine Bembrick defended in patent infringement proceedings, and related cross-claim for invalidity, in the Federal Court concerning a mechanical device. Edward Thompson is noted for his work in large-scale patent infringement and revocation proceedings, whereas Joseph Elks‘ recent IP disputes include pharmaceutical patent litigation, mining technology, and copyright source code infringement matters.

List G Barristers

A ‘strong set of IP barristers,‘ and being a ‘pre-eminent list for IP matters in Victoria,’ List G Barristers includes a large number of barristers with strong IP and technology practices, with members including Tom Cordiner KC having experience in areas such as patent and trade mark infringement, and media matters including high profile cases in the social media space. Bruce Caine KC  and Colin Golvan KC are highly rated in the set, as is Craig Smith SC, who appeared in UbiPark Pty Ltd v TMA Capital Australia Pty Ltd, a patent infringement and revocation case relating to technology used to run car parks. Kate Beattie is ‘an exceptionally talented barrister‘ in complex patent disputes and intellectual property litigation, while Peter Creighton-Selvay has appeared in precedent-setting intellectual property cases, both at trial and appellate level.

Testimonials

‘Generally, a strong chambers focusing on IP matters.’ 

‘Preeminent.’

‘Very good depth in IP barristers. Most leading IP barristers have chambers there.’ 

‘List G Barristers have a strong set of IP barristers.’

‘List G Barristers are all excellent in my experience.’

 

 

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Nigel Bowen Chambers

Unquestionably the leading intellectual property chambers in Sydney,’ Nigel Bowen Chambers is renowned for regularly advising and appearing in Australian IP proceedings at trial and appellate level, including large-scale patent infringement and revocation proceedings. Christian Dimitriadis SC appeared in Aristocrat Technologies Australia v Commissioner of Patents which related to the patentability of computer-implemented inventions, especially those involving electronic gaming machines, while Sophie Goddard SC was involved in the first judicial consideration in Australia of whether an artificial intelligence system that incorporates artificial neural networks may be an ‘inventor’ for the purposes of the Patents Act 1990 in the case of Commissioner of Patents v Thaler.

Testimonials

‘Alistair Coyne and the team of clerks always provide excellent service and are responsive to any requests.’

‘Nigel Bowen Chambers is unquestionably the leading IP chambers in Sydney.’

‘Nigel Bowen chambers is widely recognised as a leading intellectual property floor with highly skilled barristers.’

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