The IP team at Addleshaw Goddard routinely acts for clients in the retail, consumer, hospitality, healthcare, life sciences, arts and public sectors. Practice head Ross Nicol brings extensive experience in handling the commercialisation of IP, trade mark and software licensing, research and development agreements and compliance matters. He is ably supported by Alan Sinclair, who is well versed in advising on IP litigation; Lauren Steele, who focuses on IP work in the technology and life sciences sectors; and the 'excellent' Calum Fisher.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Ross Nicol is highly competent and always impressive. He has an unparalleled eye for detail and considers angles others have not. A fierce negotiator who you would always want on your side. Ross has fantastic transactional IP experience across various sectors.'

  • 'Ross Nicol is a quality operator. He understands that a contract negotiation requires a delicate balance between legal and commercial considerations. Ross is a valued advisor to the business.'

  • ‘Ross Nicol and Calum Fisher are excellent business partners with great market insight, a very strong ability to cut through the noise, and are very responsive and commercial.'

  • ‘Alan Sinclair engenders confidence in his clients through his clear and direct communication style. He presents options and advice in a way that simplifies the issues, whilst also demonstrating a deep understanding of the factual, legal, and commercial aspects of the case. He is always keen to work collaboratively and is very much a "team player".'

  • ‘Addleshaw Goddard provides exceptional service across intellectual property. They offer excellent and expert advice.’

  • ‘Ross Nicol unquestionably stands out. He offers outstanding legal and professional insight.'

  • 'The breadth and depth of their team is very impressive.'

  • 'AG team have been very helpful in the negotiation of significant contracts with larger 3rd parties. Their advice is rooted in the commercial realities of a situation.'

  • 'Addleshaw Goddard, and Ross Nicol in particular, provide exceptional service across the area specialism of Intellectual Property. In this crucial area within the culture and arts sector they offer excellent and expert advice and highly personalised support and understanding to arts clients.'

Key clients

  • TRG Concessions
  • Wagamama
  • National Theatre of Scotland
  • NHS 24
  • Scottish Enterprise
  • Phlo Digital Pharmacy
  • Optos
  • OracleBio
  • Icon Brands Global

Practice head

Ross Nicol

Other key lawyers

Alan Sinclair; Calum Fisher; Lauren Steele