Piper Alderman advises on contentious and non-contentious intellectual property matters, including strategic portfolio management, enforcement and dispute resolution. The practice works with clients across the technology and public sectors, offering guidance on both protection and commercialisation of IP rights. Melbourne-based Tim Clark co-leads the team alongside Tim O’Callaghan in Adelaide, who focuses on trade mark portfolio management. Travis Shueard adds litigation expertise to the team, regularly representing public sector clients in intellectual property disputes. Jamin Li has significant experience in Federal Court proceedings and trade mark opposition hearings.
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- 'Piper Alderman is a firm of talented lawyers who deeply care for their clients and are committed to the sectors they work in. What sets them apart is that they invest in giving back; they do this through events, educational seminars and networking opportunities where they involve themselves in the industry and with other key stakeholders for the benefit of everyone. They are generous in their knowledge and great to partner with.'
- 'Travis Shueard is fantastic to deal with.'
Key clients
- Geoscan Pty Ltd
- REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd
Work highlights
Acting as Lenovo Group’s agent in relation to enforcing and protecting Lenovo’s extensive suite of registered “THINK” and “YOGA” trade marks in Australia and New Zealand.
Practice head
Tim Clark; Tim O'Callaghan
Other key lawyers
Travis Shueard; Jamin Li