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Tompkins Wake

Tompkins Wake

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New Zealand

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Intellectual property

Tompkins Wake is well known for its expertise in trade mark protection, brand enforcement, and sophisticated cross-border IP strategies. Shelley Slade-Gully leads the practice, bringing to bear deep experience in complex disputes, oppositions, and licensing matters. The team advises clients across a broad spectrum of industries, from technology and AI to gaming, motorsport, financial services, agritech, and media.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Natasha Alley is exceptionally strong on trade mark and IP matters, given her experience as an Assistant Commissioner with IPONZ for 10 years. She is very committed and hard-working. The client had high expectations, and Natasha and the rest of the team met these with aplomb.’
  • 'Shelley Slade-Gully is excellent - she prioritises us when required and provides sector specific advice taking into account our stakeholders and operational team.'

Key clients

  • Barfoot & Thompson
  • Eagle Technology

Work highlights

Advised Yabble on its acquisition by YouGov Plc, including complex cross-border IP due diligence and the valuation and transfer of AI-driven technology assets.
Practice head

Shelley Slade-Gully

Other key lawyers

Natasha Alley

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