Ashfords LLP

The highly regarded intellectual property team at Ashfords LLP provides an ‘international-standard service’ in the South West, managing the trade mark portfolios of global clients, as well as acting in trade mark prosecutions and litigation. At the helm, trade mark expert Clare Jackman harnesses cross-sectoral expertise in the pharmaceutical, luxury goods, media and technology industries. Brett Lambe is developing key expertise in IP issues pertaining to the development and usage of AI tools, while Jenny Guild specialises in international brand protection and portfolio management. Former practice head Carl Steele left the firm in May 2025, and Daniel Cahill departed in July 2024.