DLA Piper’s IP group advises on the full spectrum of intellectual property matters, including patents, trade marks, copyright, brand protection and related disputes. The team combines litigation capability with commercial insight, supporting clients in both contentious and transactional contexts. Melbourne-based Robynne Sanders leads the practice and regularly acts for domestic and international clients in the technology, retail and life sciences sectors. Nicholas Tyacke and Greg Bodulovic focus on patent disputes, while also advising on copyright infringement and breach of contract issues. Jessie Buchan complements the group with expertise in brand protection and the management of global trade mark portfolios, offering strategic advice on enforcement and portfolio development.
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Testimonials
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‘Robynne Sanders is completely across her field. Rob McMaster has technical engineering expertise to back his litigation skills.'
‘Excellent quality service. Very skilled and effective IP litigators. Vast international network of great use to those managing global IP portfolios.’
‘What sets this team apart is the rare combination of deep technical expertise, a proactive risk-based approach, and a genuine commitment to understanding our business inside and out.’
‘Greg Bodulovic is a stand-out partner within this team. His advice is consistently clear, pragmatic and commercially relevant. I also value his proactive mindset. Rather than waiting for us to report any issues, Greg would often proactively identify and report potential risks/emerging trends that could impact our business. His ability to spot blind spots is a valuable asset to all of his clients, not only from a legal perspective but in terms of commercial impact as well.’
‘DLA Piper has a very strong intellectual property unit with deep experience in both transactional and litigation matters covering patents, trade marks and confidential information.’
‘Nicholas Tyacke is a seasoned litigator who knows his stuff.’
‘Robynne Sanders is very committed and dedicated. Ben Mawby is also a great operator.’
‘Robynne Sanders is very sensible and strategic.’
Key clients
- Dyson
- The LEGO Group
- Global Retail Brands Australia Pty Ltd (House)
- Murray Engineering Pty Ltd
- Bosch
- Cancer Council Australia
- AirTrunk Singapore Holding Pte Ltd
- Neurim Pharmaceuticals
- Tigercat International Inc
- Dr Seuss Enterprises
- Boss Fire Pty Ltd
- O’Brien Glass Industries
Work highlights
Representing Dyson in patent litigation in the Federal Court of Australia against SharkNinja.
Representing Global Retail Brands Australia, trading under the name HOUSE, in a trade mark and misleading conduct case in the Federal Court, Full Federal Court and High Court of Australia against Bed Bath N Table.
Advising AirTrunk on the management of its global trademark portfolio, including global prosecution matters and brand protection.
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Practice head
Robynne Sanders
Other key lawyers
Nicholas Tyacke; Greg Bodulovic; Jessie Buchan; Ben Mawby; Alex May; Rob McMaster