One of the firm’s dedicated sectors, Fieldfisher's retail and consumer practice advises large multinational consumer groups and fashion brands alike. The team is experienced nationwide and internationally supporting clients in the sector, especially in the advertising and marketing, IP, commercial contracts, data protection, franchising, IT, and commercial property areas. The practice is co-led by commercial lawyer and specialist in IP, franchising, advertising, and marketing law, David Bond, and transactional lawyer and expert in IP for domestic and international markets, Gordon Drakes.
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Key clients
- LVMH Louis Vuitton
- Hamleys
- Dune
- Levi Strauss & Co
- Penhaligon's
- Currys
- Charlotte Tilbury
- Co-op
- JD Sports (including Blacks, Go Outdoors, Millets & Size)
- eBay
- Getir
- GHD
Work highlights
Advised LVMH in relation to its global media planning, and buying contracts.
Provided JD Sports with international legal support involving business as usual contract reviews/negotiations and providing training on AI, as well as business critical, time-sensitive projects.
Advised Shopify in relation to non-contentious and contentious trademark matters in the UK, as well as advising on broader IP and commercial issues.
Practice head
David Bond; Gordon Drakes
Other key lawyers
Ramatu Banga; Simon Briskman