The cohort at Beck Greener LLP is well-equipped to assist its clientele in the management of global trade mark portfolios, on the strategy surrounding both traditional and non-traditional marks, and on high-profile disputes. Handling contentious disputes and trade mark prosecution forms a significant portion of team lead Ian Bartlett‘s workload; Bartlett harnesses over 30 years’ experience in the field. Catherine Jewell ’truly stands out in every respect’ according to clients and has expertise defending brands through opposition proceedings, conducting and advising on searches and negotiating settlement agreements. EU trade mark expert Rowland Buehrlen collaborates with the London team from the firm’s Alicante office. Duncan Morgan is an experienced IP litigator, having acted for clients from well-known clothing designers to well-known musical artists.
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‘Catherine Jewell is an excellent listener and her advice is very focused on the issues that are critical for my commercial aims. Catherine is excellent at making complex issues seem straightforward, by identifying the major roadblocks and proposing practical solutions.’
‘The team has a winning mentality with the legal capabilities to achieve those wins.’
Key clients
- Oasis (Noel and Liam Gallagher)
- Pharrell Williams
Work highlights
Acting for a Swedish food company client in a complex trade mark dispute with the Government of Cyprus and the Halloumi Foundation over the latter’s claim to the name HALLOUMI.
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Ian Bartlett
Other key lawyers
Catherine Jewell; Duncan Morgan; Kashif Syed; Jessica Vallis