King & Wood Mallesons

King & Wood Mallesons combines advisory, transactional and disputes capabilities across the full range of intellectual property matters, covering patents, trade marks, copyright, designs, and advertising and marketing. The team works across sectors including life sciences, technology, energy transition, consumer goods, financial services and agribusiness. Melbourne-based practice head Matthew Swinn specialises in contentious IP matters, including in relation to patents, trade marks, confidential information and passing-off. Kate Hay is an experienced IP litigator with a particular focus on life sciences and technology, having acted in leading cases in Australia. Suzy Madar specialises in patent litigation and health sector regulation, drawing on a background in medical science. Bill Ladas advises on trade mark protection and enforcement, including portfolio management, disputes and new product launches.