Shakespeare Martineau LLP maintains a strong position in the market within IP litigation, acting before the Patents Court and High Court across a range of sectors. The firm also continues to act on R&D, sponsorship, merchandise, IP licensing, and IP reorganisations. Practice head Selina Hinchliffe is a trusted advisor on transactional and advisory matters across IP rights, while being active on the negotiation of agreements, including IP licensing, R&D, and collaboration. Ed Wright is rated for his technology, healthcare, and life science expertise and has experience extending to the disclosure and protection of confidential information, the acquisition of software, and the protection of IP.
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- 'They are a sound and reliable team for soft IP matters.'
Key clients
- Cambridge Weight Plan
- Source Bioscience
- Phenotypeca
- Replay Maintenance/Passport365
- Proodle Solutions
- University of Nottingham
- Spirit Health Group
- BPR Medical
- Recresco
- Endurance Zone
- Medishout
- Independence Products
- Ultra Sport Europe
- Car Chem
- The Nutrition Advisory Team
- Funki Drinks
- Cell Projects Limited
- Supra Limited
- Cambridge Weight Plan
- Source Bioscience
Work highlights
Advising a global provider of kitchenware and homeware in connection with various licences, including a licence with a television celebrity chef and English Heritage.
Advising a brewery client in relation to the purchase of a Monaco brewing company brand portfolio.
Advising a client in the life sciences sector on refuting claims against breach of a complex patent and know-how license arrangement.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Selina Hinchliffe
Other key lawyers
Ed Wright