‘Top drawer technical knowledge, applied by friendly, likeable and energetic individual team members.’

‘Declan Cushley is an absolute pleasure to work with. Subject matter experts who are completely focused on client needs; responsive and flexible. Hard to beat.’

‘The team is outstanding and stand out from the competition. They offer expert knowledge in these areas and really know their stuff. I have consistently found the team to offer an excellent arrive to clients.’

‘I have worked with a number of associates and partners and have found them all to be excellent. Hannah Steggles combines excellent legal knowledge with a pragmatic approach.’

‘The team are very knowledgeable and work well with the client to understand their objectives and can then provide a fixed priced quotation.’

‘Hannah Steggles is without doubt head and shoulders above any other Solicitor, anywhere! She is honest, gives a realistic view of success and a true reflection of what fees to expect to pay and she is never wrong. She gives advice that you understand, regardless of the complexity of the situation.’

‘Matthew Talbot and Jenna Bruce are always available when required. Speedy responses, knowledge, and updates of where we are in the process have been invaluable.’

‘Jenna Bruce has a wealth of IP experience and is always on hand to discuss IP issues. Jenna is able to give solid commercial and legal guidance in the required timescales.

‘Wide-ranging expertise. Can give specialist IP advice, but also broader legal advice on connected matters and wider commercial considerations.’

‘The IP team are a real asset to Shakespeare Martineau. The support they provide to our early-stage start-ups has been invaluable. They are able to package and translate complex legal structures and processes into simpler concepts and filled a key capability gap. ‘

‘It’s also refreshing to see an IP team that champions diversity. The founder of the company’s diversity and inclusion network is from within the team, and it’s great to see how this experience translates into the legal advice and insights they provide for us.’

‘Ed Wright has been incredible supportive, and displayed professionalism and outstanding legal and business knowledge at all times.’

‘Small enough to give personal service, big enough to be totally credible’

‘I enjoyed working with John Buckby – he gave practical and knowledgeable advice and was always responsive and helpful.’

‘Thorough and professional. Good with clients. Litigation treated as a last, not first, resort.’

‘John Buckby – Engaging and diligent. Excellent at managing clients and focussing on the best outcome for them.’

‘The thoughtful and attentive service Gateley’s IP team have been providing us with for several years now has been first rate. Each individual has deep, relevant knowledge that informs useful and proportionate advice on certain challenges we have faced.

‘We have a close working relationship with partner John Buckby, whose intelligence and expertise charts a steady course through the most complex matters. His calm, professional, analytical approach and the honesty and integrity he demonstrates are all top qualities we value.’

‘Highly competent, time efficient, very accommodating and friendly.’

‘Jamie Goldberg is extremely reachable, helpful and kind. Going beyond the expected to make sure I’m well taken care of and my exact needs are being met.’

‘Nelsons is a gem of a firm. Its staff are knowledgeable and good to work alongside. The firm invests in its people and its technology. It was a leader in mobile and remote working long before the pandemic.’

‘The IP team knows the field very well and is well-organised and pragmatic.’

‘Emma Toes is a real superstar. She has broad and deep knowledge of IP law. She is extraordinarily efficient and well-organised. She is a pleasure to work with.’