Longstanding IP specialist David Wilkinson’s experience spans copyright, IP-rich transactions, and licensing matters. He leads the team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP, which supports various rights holders, from performers to big brands and TMT companies. Lisa Highet is a key name for strategy, transactions, advertising, sponsorship, and endorsement agreements. The ‘outstanding’ Kate Ellis focuses on branding issues, and Alexandra Emery handles transactions and brand management, negotiating agreements from licensing arrangements to collaborations and R&D contracts.
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Testimonials
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‘I have worked with David Wilkinson over the years on some contentious issues involving trade marks. He is extremely responsive, personable, commercial in his approach, and constructive in his advice. Brings a huge range of experience to the table, which clients appreciate.'
‘Their team is headed up by one of the most experienced and highly respected solicitors in IP in the UK. That alone is worth a lot.’
Key clients
- Metro Bank
- Hammerforce
Work highlights
Advising Metro Bank in a High Court action brought by a former software supplier for copyright infringement and breach of confidence.
Practice head
David Wilkinson
Other key lawyers
Kate Ellis; Lisa Highet; Alexandra Emery