Capable of handling the full gamut of IP issues, Howes Percival LLP maintains a dynamic practice that spans the media, publishing, film and manufacturing sectors. Practice head James Howarth leverages his wide-ranging capabilities across media, patents and database rights issues, to routinely operate for corporations, SMEs and private individuals. Academic publishing expert Cathleen Blackburn and capable disputes practitioner Steven Maier are also active in the practice.
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Testimonials
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‘The team are very knowledgeable and provide good, trusted advice.’
‘The individuals are quick to respond, thorough and detailed in their responses providing workable solutions in all cases. We have worked with Cathleen Blackburn for several years and really trust her work.’
'They are incredibly knowledgeable in their field. The team are committed to achieving the best for their clients, and bring a dynamic energy and enthusiasm to their cases.'
'James Howarth is excellent.'
Key clients
- The Tolkien estate
- Agatha Christie limited
- Magda Archer
- Cochrane Collaboration
- European Association of Archaeologists
- M C Beaton literary estate
- Tabbers limited
- Welbeck publishing group
- Owen Mumford limited
- Golf holidays direct limited
- DX group
- Juxt limited
Work highlights
Advised the Tolkien Estate in connection with the repeated infringement of its intellectual property rights in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Lawyers
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Practice head
James Howarth
Other key lawyers
Cathleen Blackburn; Steven Maier