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The ‘outstanding group of excellent lawyers’, at Norton Rose Fulbright is led by Cameron Harvey, who draws on his expertise to represent tech sector clients in Federal Court Appeals and misappropriation of intellectual property matters. Georgina Hey stands out due to her ’exceptional legal acumen,’ and is a highly active member of the team, often advising major international clients in relation to trademark management and infringements, while Jackie O’Brien handles significant patent enforcement actions. Isobel Taylor is another key contact, assisting with IP audit exercises.  
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Norton Rose Fulbright Australia distinguishes itself with rapid, detailed responses and innovative practices including flexible billing, strong diversity initiatives, and advanced technology. These qualities not only meet but often exceed client expectations, setting the firm apart in a competitive legal landscape.’

  • ‘Georgina Hey of Norton Rose Fulbright Australia stands out for her exceptional legal acumen and client-focused approach. Her expertise, particularly in intellectual property law, sets her apart from competitors. Clients value her proactive communication and strategic guidance, which consistently deliver results beyond expectations.' 

  • ‘The NRF IP team is a great all-round full-service team, highly recommend. They have a deep understanding of our portfolio, business and industry which means they add strategic value to both otherwise routine advice, as well as more significant enforcement and infringement issues. Good bench strength across the board, very commercial and practical in their advice and easy to work with.' 

  • ‘Georgina Hey is outstanding, a pleasure to work with, very down to earth in her approach and delivers practical commercial advice. Nothing is too much trouble, very client focused and always delivers as does her team. Cameron Harvey is also very down to earth, a good solid litigator and technical expert.' 

  • ‘The IP team at Norton Rose Fulbright Australia is an outstanding group of excellent lawyers whose versatility across all areas of IP is matched by the depth of knowledge and experience in each area. The IP team at NRFA is among the leaders in the market, regularly matching its competitors.’

  • ‘Jackie O'Brien is the star of the IP team with an outstanding legal knowledge, a wealth of experience, a brilliant communicator, and focussed on getting the best possible commercial result. In my opinion, Jackie O'Brien is among the best in the country and it is a delight and a privilege to work with her and the NRFA team in any matter, but especially complex litigation.' 

Key clients

  • Accolade Wines
  • Accent Group
  • Goodman Fielder
  • Sanitarium
  • Coles
  • Salvatore Ferragamo
  • Loan Market Group
  • Quayeyeware
  • Brookfield
  • Bonza Aviation
  • Sarb
  • McDonald’s

Work highlights

Advising Sarb on its successful appeal to the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia regarding vehicle overstay detection patent.
Advising Star Scientific in relation to its global IP strategy management and all of its emerging IP matters.
Advising multiple household name brands, including Accolade Wines, Goodman Fielder, and Quayeyewear on their global trade mark and design portfolio management.

Practice head

Cameron Harvey

Other key lawyers

Georgina Hey; Jackie O'Brien; Isobel Taylor