Seasoned brand protection specialist Mary Bagnall heads the team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP, known for its readiness to advise private clients, companies in tech, food and beverage retail, the third sector, and more in relation to various intellectual assets, in and out of the courtroom. ‘Very effective lawyer’ Nick White, whose broad remit encompasses sports, betting, broadcasting, and lifestyle brands, is joined by Rebecca Steer, who is a key contact for tech and digital innovator clients. Transactional work is led by Caroline Young.
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‘They have a wonderful practice which is efficient and result-oriented. The teams are well acquainted with the law and provide commercial solutions.’
‘They are warm, friendly, and are always reachable. Their attention to detail and the turnaround times are also much appreciated. Nick White and Mary Bagnall are all excellent attorneys whom we work with.’
‘Charles Russell Speechlys provides excellent legal services in EU and UK trade mark prosecution matters.’
‘Nick White and the team are top-notch, sophisticated trade mark attorneys.'
‘We use them for trade mark prosecution matters. They are very responsive and handle matters with due care, in time and efficiently. They report back clearly.’
‘I like this firm because they provide very clear advice using plain English.’
Key clients
- Perrie Sian / PW Ventures
- Dave Mustaine/Megadeth
- Howard De Walden Estates
- Justice and Care
- Rapha Racing
- Vollebak Limited
- Cadbury
- Honest Burgers
- Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli AG
- wagamama
- Gulf Air
- International Tennis Federation
Work highlights
Managing the global trade mark portfolio of MEGADETH, conducting a global strategic review and update.
Protecting Rapha Racing acting against third party rip-off brands, counterfeiters and the introduction of brands too similar to tolerate.
Enforcing Cadbury’s rights regarding its colour purple.
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Practice head
Mary Bagnall
Other key lawyers
Nick White; Rebecca Steer; Caroline Young; Olivia Gray; James Yow