Mason Hayes & Curran LLP‘s broad intellectual property practice covers non-contentious and contentious IP mandates, with trade mark filing and protection work remaining a key component of the team’s offering, particularly related to international portfolios. The group’s strength extends to patent litigation, copyright and design rights advice. Gerard Kelly enjoys a strong reputation in IP litigation and spearheads the offering, while Hazel McDwyer specialises in brand protection issues and trade mark strategies. Eimear O’Brien is another key team member, as is John Milligan.
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Testimonials
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- 'Market leaders by virtue of their extensive and diverse expertise across numerous sectors/industries, coupled with a genuine passion and interest in their work across all aspects of IP law. What stands out about this firm is that they are willing to assist and provide value from the beginning, offering their services as registered trade mark agents.’
- ‘The team is engaged with the latest developments in trade mark law and is adept at monitoring legal and case trends, rather than merely reacting to them. The team stands out as genuine thought leaders, and this transcends into their advice and approach to cases.’
- ‘John Milligan stands out within the team - he has an extraordinary combination of technical depth, timeliness and personal engagement with each case. I appreciate his affable and collaborative nature, which makes working together enjoyable and effective for clients.’
- ‘The team at Mason Hayes & Curran combines deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, business-focused approach. The team combines broad industry experience with a strong collaborative mindset which helps them offer effective solutions to clients.’
- ‘John Milligan's workmanship is exemplary. He provides clear, practical and strategic IP advice. Not only does he excel at the legals, his strong commercial acumen with the capabilities and competencies to understand and navigate the intricate needs of the business sets him apart from others.’
- ‘Hazel McDwyer is great to deal with. Very personable and delivers clear and effective advice for clients.’
Key clients
- Lifestyles Healthcare
- Clúid Housing
- Emerald Park
- Nomadic Foods
Work highlights
Acted for SIS and William Hill in Commercial Court proceedings against two individuals concerning infringement of a client’s copyright in its broadcasts.
Acted for Waterwipes on the sale of the entire WaterWipes business and family of affiliate and group companies and undertook a detailed review of the WaterWipes IP portfolio which included a significant trade mark portfolio with registrations in multiple territories worldwide.
Managing LifeStyles Healthcare Pte Ltd's vast EU trade mark portfolio consisting of almost 60 EU trade marks.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Eimear O’Brien
Practice head
Gerard Kelly
Other key lawyers
Hazel McDwyer; John Milligan; Eimear O'Brien