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FULWOOD HOUSE
12 FULWOOD PLACE
LONDON
WC1V 6HR
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Beck Greener LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > PATMA: Trade mark attorneys Tier 2
Praised for its ‘exceptional depth of expertise‘ Beck Greener LLP is a go-to practice for assistance with domestic and international work that encompasses a range of non-contentious and contentious mandates, including trade mark strategy, clearance, anti-counterfeiting, portfolio management, prosecution, and litigation. The group is especially active in the media and entertainment, professional and financial services, life sciences, fashion, and beauty industries, to name a few. Ian Bartlett chairs the department, and he has frequently appeared before the UKIPO. Rowland Buehrlen leads the firm’s Alicante office, while UK trade mark attorney and Irish trade mark agent Catherine Jewell is skilled at defending brands through opposition proceedings.Practice head(s):
Ian Bartlett
Other key lawyers:
Rowland Buehrlen; Catherine Jewell; Duncan Morgan; Kashif Syed; Jessica Vallis
Testimonials
‘This team has a strong focus on providing advice that is commercially relevant and will position the client according to the practical needs of its business.’
‘I have worked with Catherine Jewell, who is excellent. She makes complex matters easier to understand and is very focused on how to achieve an outcome that will fit with my business goals.’
‘The Beck Greener team has been an exceptional teammate supporting our foreign trade mark activity. As a team, they have seamlessly provided efficient counsel, keeping us well informed of the status of our portfolio as well as keeping us aware of legal issues that may impact our portfolio or other intellectual property.’
‘Ian Bartlett has provided exceptional counsel to us. His advice has been timely and extremely efficient, reflecting a thorough knowledge of the law, of the marketplace and, many times, knowledge of opposing counsel and examiners. When needed, he has been able to quickly gather and lead other resources in his firm to support.’
‘Beck Greener’s PATMA: trade mark attorneys practice is distinguished by its exceptional depth of expertise and client-centric approach. The team excels in delivering strategic advice that is both legally sound and commercially viable. Potential clients would benefit from knowing that Beck Greener’s team is not only highly knowledgeable, but also incredibly proactive, often anticipating challenges and providing preemptive solutions.’
‘The individuals at Beck Greener are remarkable for their dedication, expertise, and personalised service. Among the standout partners and associates, Rowland Buehrlen is particularly impressive with his deep understanding of trade mark law and strategic insight.’
‘Kashif Syed has been a reliable partner on matters that we have had in the UK that involve unusual or challenging issues.’
‘Ian Bartlett and Duncan Morgan are excellent; whip smart, practical, business minded, and efficient. Incredible partners to me as in-house counsel.’
Key clients
Pharrell Williams
The Condé Nast Publications
The Estée Lauder Companies
PricewaterhouseCoopers
The British Phonographic Industry
CrossFit
Tapestry
Lewis Hamilton
Ed Sheeran
Eminem
Tillotts Pharma
Knight Frank
Four Seasons Hotels
Blue Cross
Kyndryl
Peloton
TED Talks
Vevo
Cards Against Humanity
Incos
Debonair – SO…?
LifeAID Beverages Co LLC
Hinduja Bank
Prime Hydration LLC
EFG Hermes
PIC Corporation
Next Insurance Inc
Digital Commerce Inc
Work highlights
- Acting for Fontana Food in a complex trade mark dispute with the Government of Cyprus and the Halloumi Foundation over the latter’s claim to the name HALLOUMI and its challenge to Fontana’s marks GRILLOUMI and GRILLOUMAKI.
- Advising PwC on a range of measures to protect its brands, including advising PwC UK, PwC US, and the global PwC organisation.
- Representing MPL Communications in a number of matters, including prosecuting trade mark applications for various terms associated with Sir Paul McCartney’s children’s books, and managing the McCARTNEY and WINGS trade marks worldwide.
TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > PATMA: Patent attorneys Tier 3
With offices in London and Spain, Beck Greener LLP is well positioned to advise clients on EU-wide patent mandates, and is particularly active in contentious work, especially oppositions and appeals before the EPO. On the non-contentious side, the group assists clients with patent applications, filings, portfolio management, strategy, and transactional work. Key members of the team include: Avi Freeman, who leads the electronics, physics, and mechanical engineering practice; head of the chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and chemical engineering group James Stones; and Ben Muir, who spearheads the medical and life sciences team. Catherine Jewell is also an active member of the team.Practice head(s):
Avi Freeman; James Stones; Ben Muir
Other key lawyers:
Anna Hatt; John Hull; Jonathan Markham; Catherine Jewell; Nick Bebbington; Deborah Selden; Matthew Ng; Deborah Hart
Testimonials
‘I believe the Beck Greener team is distinguished by its specialisation in the chemical arts, providing an exceptionally high level of expertise and insight that has been extremely beneficial to our client’s interests. The team at Beck Greener are also exceptional communicators and collaborators, along with being timely and proving peace of mind that the client’s interests are in very good hands.’
‘Each person that I’ve worked with at Beck Greener has been truly exceptional. I value their professionalism, timeliness and insights in each matter. I work primarily with John Hull and Catherine Jewell, who I trust explicitly.’
‘The team has been consistently providing high-quality consulting work for us for more than 20 years. The team is knowledgeable about EP patent laws and rules, as well the technology fields they are supporting.’
‘Among others, Anna Hatt and Ben Muir are outstanding. They are not only knowledgeable about their consulting, but very pleasant to work with.’
‘Avi Freeman is an outstanding patent lawyer, who has been very instrumental in both drafting, as well as in establishing the right IP protection plan, based on the multiple inventions we have had over the years.’
‘Jonathan Markham has deep knowledge of the mobility and our specific sector within it. Proactive advice in a long0term relationship.’
‘In my 20 years’ of experience, Beck Greener is the best firm I have worked with on patent matters. Their attorneys are well-versed in all areas of patent law. The thing that stands out most to me is their ability to know when to be pro-active on matters. They understand the business and they accurately predict issues before they become a problem. ’
‘Catherine Jewell and John Hull do a great job not only in addressing the EPO’s rejections, but being mindful of how their representation affects the client’s interests. I am glad to have them on our side when it comes to oppositions.’
Key clients
Tillotts Pharma
Intract Pharma
FabRx
Flashy Limited
Bruker Daltonik GmbH & Co. KG
White Motorcycle Concepts
Work highlights
- Assisting FabRx with applications for the protection of various new inventions, as well as advising on the development and protection globally of the client’s extensive patent portfolio related to its earlier technology, which is connected with the 3D printing of pharmaceuticals.
- Representing Tillotts Pharma AG in a range of patent matters, which this year included opposing an EU patent belonging to a competitor, including problematic product-by-process claims that were successfully deleted.
- Advising White Motorcycle Concepts on obtaining patents in the UK, USA, and Japan for its innovative core technology, which was also nominated by CIPA for an ‘Earth Shot Prize’ in 2023.
Beck Greener LLP > Firm Profile
Beck Greener at a Glance: Beck Greener is a leading UK and European intellectual property firm and has been protecting inventions, trade marks, designs and other intellectual property for over 150 years. Known for the high quality of its client service, it operates from offices in the heart of London and close to the EUIPO in Spain, from where its experts offer high quality advice across the spectrum of intellectual property services. Whatever the area, from protecting UK and EU trade marks and registered and unregistered designs post-Brexit, to handling contentious and non-contentious work connected with patents or copyrights, Beck Greener’s talented attorneys offer top-class, pragmatic advice tailored to client needs.
Beck Greener’s approach to client service: At Beck Greener we are immensely proud of our high client retention rates, having served many businesses for over 40 years. These include world-leading companies from sectors like media, technology and AI, life sciences, chemicals and engineering. Many of these are globally significant brand owners listed on the S&P 500, FTSE 100 and Fortune 500. However, we are just as proud of our work for SMEs, start-ups, individual inventors, and other business owners across a wide range of sectors. The team is particularly strong on cross-border work, and serves many clients based in the US, Europe and Asia.
These clients keep returning to Beck Greener because they appreciate our practical approach, commitment to understanding their businesses and dedication to helping them solve their toughest challenges. They also value a ‘boutique’ style, which makes impressive use of technology to combine partner-led personal service with lean, cost-effective staffing. So, regardless of the size or field of your business, we will provide a service designed to meet your needs.
Principal areas of work
Patents: The firm’s patent practice is divided into three groups, covering chemistry, pharmaceutical and chemical engineering; the medical and life sciences sectors; and mechanical, engineering, physics and digital patents.
In each of these fields, Beck Greener’s patent attorneys draft, file and prosecute patent applications in the UK, throughout Europe and internationally. With our strong grasp of market conditions and the approaches of different administrative bodies, we routinely help clients to protect and exploit their inventions. The firm also has a strong track record in patent opposition and appeals before the European Patent Office.
Trade marks and copyright: Providing the full range of services relating to registered and unregistered trade marks, Beck Greener files and prosecutes trade mark applications in the UK, Europe and globally for some of the world’s biggest brands. As one of the largest filers of new trade mark applications in the UK, as well as one of the UK’s largest filers of EU trade mark applications, we have experience of advising leading players from a wide variety of business sectors.
A number of Beck Greener’s attorneys also have expertise in copyright, as befits a firm working at the heart of the media and entertainment sector. The team is also skilled at dealing with the commercial aspects of trade marks, including licensing, assignments, and drafting and negotiating settlement agreements.
IP disputes: Beck Greener is especially renowned for our outstanding record of success in litigation and contentious proceedings relating to trade mark, design and copyright matters in the UK courts and beyond. This is supported by research showing that, for example, our partners have appeared in the Top Ten list of trade mark attorneys and solicitors by appearance at hearings before the UK IPO.
Designs: Acting for large companies in design-sensitive areas, Beck Greener fields an experienced team with considerable experience of filing Community and UK registered design applications. We have had numerous successes on behalf of clients relating to the enforcement of their registered and unregistered design rights, avoiding the need for costly litigation whilst ensuring their rights are respected.
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Trade marks | Ian Bartlett | ||
| Chemistry, pharmaceutical & chemical engineering | James Stones | ||
| Mechanical, engineering, physics & digital | Avi Freeman | ||
| Software | Nick Bebbington | ||
| Medical & life sciences | Ben Muir | ||
| Designs | Avi Freeman | [email protected] |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Ian Bartlett | Ian is a recognised expert in trade mark, designs, copyright and merchandising… | View Profile |
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Mr Nick Bebbington | Highly experienced and strategically astute, Nick is well known for obtaining patent… | View Profile |
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Mr Rowland Buehrlen | According to his clients, “if you are embroiled in a fight, there… | View Profile |
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Mr Avi Freeman | Experienced in working with market leading companies from fields as diverse as… | View Profile |
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Ms Anna Hatt | A “chemistry ace” according to commentators, Anna Hatt impresses clients with her… | View Profile |
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Mr John Hull | John Hull, who consistently impresses clients with his “technical and legal skills”… | View Profile |
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Dr Catherine Jewell | “Enthusiastic and committed” patent and trade mark expert Catherine Jewell is admired… | View Profile |
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Dr Jonathan Markham | Responsive, commercially-aware and astute, Jonathan Markham wins praise from clients for understanding… | View Profile |
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Mr Duncan Morgan | Duncan Morgan is a senior trade mark attorney with experience of a… | View Profile |
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Mr Ben Muir | An expert in pharmaceuticals and biotech work, as well as chemicals and… | View Profile |
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Dr Deborah Selden | Deborah Selden is especially well known for her expertise in the chemicals… | View Profile |
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Dr James Stones | To his clients, James Stones is “more than just a patent attorney;… | View Profile |