The ‘impressive outfit’ at Osborne Clarke LLP is turned to by leading defence, retail, digital, and technology clients for the full suite of contentious and transactional IP work. Will Robertson heads the national commercial team, while Bristol-based Douglas Peden leverages more than two decades of expertise in complex trade mark and copyright disputes. Ellie Downey and Becky Crawford specialise in trade secrets claims, trade mark portfolio management, as well as IP protection and enforcement strategies. The practice was significantly bolstered by the arrival of Mathilda Davidson in January 2025, formerly of Gowling WLG.
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‘A team of strong litigators, and very nice to work with. All in all, an impressive outfit.’
Key clients
- XP Power
- Brompton Technologies Limited and group companies
- A-Gas (Orb) Limited
- Wild-Arbor
- Bnkbl Limited
Work highlights
Acting for XP Power in relation to the protection and enforcement of its trade marks, being responsible for management of XP Power's global trade mark portfolio.
Advising Brompton Technologies Limited and other group companies on various global IP issues.
Advising A-Gas in relation to various aspects of IP strategy. This includes: carrying out a detailed IP audit into equipment which is of critical importance to A-Gas' operations and competitive advantage; advising A-Gas on IP policy and training of staff; and advising A-Gas in relation to cross-border enforcement action against a competitor.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ellie Downey
Practice head
Will Robertson
Other key lawyers
Douglas Peden; Ellie Downey; Becky Crawford; Mathilda Davidson