Well regarded for its intellectual property expertise, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP advises on cross-border patent and copyright infringement proceedings, IP transactions and licensing arrangements. Rebekah Gay specialises in patent litigation and other IP disputes with particular strength in the life sciences sector. Sue Gilchrist is recognised for her work in copyright and trade mark disputes, while Emma Iles focuses on patent litigation. Kristin Stammer advises on IP acquisitions, sales and joint ventures. The practice is further strengthened by Tess Mierendorff, Aaron Hayward, Anna Vandervliet and Alison Laughlin, who support the team across contentious and transactional IP mandates.
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Key clients
- Motorola Solutions, Inc
- Suncorp
- Cantarella Bros
- Godfrey Hirst
- Isuzu
- Millennium Pharmaceuticals
- Advanta Seeds
- Oxford Nanopore Technologies
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Rebekah Gay
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Emma Iles
Practice head
Rebekah Gay
Other key lawyers
Sue Gilchrist; Emma Iles; Kristin Stammer; Tess Mierendorff; Aaron Hayward; Anna Vandervliet; Alison Laughlin