Under the joint leadership of Colin Hulme and Colin Miller, who focus on contentious and non-contentious IP matters respectively, the intellectual property practice at Burness Paull LLP offers a comprehensive service to a broad range of clients, ranging from running enforcement campaigns for broadcasters and global brands and handling music licensing disputes, to navigating multijurisdictional trade mark matters for prominent Scottish brands. Megan Briggs is well-versed in multijurisdictional brand protection and copyright enforcement issues, while Fraser MacKinven acts for sport and entertainment clients in IP matters. David Goodbrand is a key name for non-contentious IP and technology matters, and handles sponsorship and media rights work. Rebecca Ablett and Andrew McDonald are active in IP disputes.
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‘They offer pragmatic, sensible advice that is readily worked into a broader strategy.’
‘I have worked with Colin Hulme. He is very knowledgeable and collaborative and knows how to work well with other counsel to give the client the best strategic advice.'
‘They are always punctual with responses.'
‘Rebecca Ablett and Colin Hulme both have outstanding knowledge of intellectual property law and a deep understanding of my business.'
‘Colin Miller provides my team with support, guidance, and patience, making legal jargon more accessible.’
‘The team at BP are widely known for their exceptional responsiveness and their ability to provide concise and precise commercial advice in a timely manner. The advice is always clear and delivered calmly.’
Key clients
- Harris Tweed Authority
- Sky UK Limited
- PPL PRS Limited
- Pringle of Scotland
- Airglove
- ScottishPower
- Two Rivers Media
- Highland Spring
- Scottish Enterprise
- RUA Lifesciences
Work highlights
Acting as “general counsel” to the Harris Tweed Authority, advising on the strategic direction of the development of the client's portfolio of registered marks as well as enforcement of those marks.
Acting for Coleburn Distillery Limited in a brand name dispute.
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Leading associates
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Megan Briggs
Practice head
Colin Hulme; Colin Miller
Other key lawyers
David Goodbrand; Fraser MacKinven; Megan Briggs; Rebecca Ablett; Andrew McDonald