Faye McConnell > Browne Jacobson LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

With an expansive client roster including high profile fashion and beauty brands, ‘creative and savvy’ Browne Jacobson LLP’s expertise encompasses social media, R&D agreements and licensing arrangements. Declan Cushley helms the practice, with notable experience in handling international brand portfolios, while Giles Parsons bolsters the practice with his litigation, portfolio management and R&D agreement expertise. Emma Roake joined the firm in September 2022 from Fox Williams LLP, assisting clients in the fashion and technology arenas. Senior associate Faye McConnell is another key contact in the group.

A trusted advisor to a litany of clients in the manufacturing, retail, automotive, consumer goods and Infratech sectors, Browne Jacobson LLP excels at a wide array of commercial contractual work, acting in both standalone supply chain, distribution and logistical matters as well as collaborative and joint venture endeavours. The team is led by Declan Cushley, who is a go-to for the leading cosmetic and luxury beauty brands in the firm’s roster, and is regularly supported by Faye McConnell, who brings valuable insight to brand strategy and enforcement. Richard Nicholas leverages significant tech expertise to act on outsourcing, data protection and e-commerce issues, while Cat Driscoll is principally noted for her work on supply chain, manufacturing and outsourcing arrangements, as well as facilities management. Emma Roake, who joined from Fox Williams LLP in 2022, has bolstered the team’s competence regarding agency, distribution, franchising and marketplace mandates.

Declan Cushley leads the national IP practice at Browne Jacobson LLP, which is known for its focus on brand protection, and both contentious and non contentious IP matters. Associate Hayley Smith is adept at handling disputes concerning advertising software and copyright infringements; while senior associate Faye McConnell primarily advises clients within the luxury fashion and beauty sectors on marketing strategy delivery. Giles Parsons focuses on portfolio management, injunctions, and breach of confidence disputes.