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.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is very much on top of the matters they are handling and especially strong in coordinating cross-border work. The team is passionate about trade marks which makes it a joy to work with them.’
‘We have been working especially with Clare Jackman. She is leading the matters from the Ashford side and does so in a fantastic manner. Clare is able to oversee the bigger picture while not neglecting relevant details.'
‘The team is very knowledgeable, solution-driven, and responsive.’
‘Clare Jackman was very approachable and responsive. She was also very valuable in providing her input in the field of trade mark issues. ’
‘Ashfords provide an international-standard service from a UK regional-based team, so representing great value.’
‘Clare Jackman has long experience in IP, and at top international firms, that she brings to bear for all her clients.’
Key clients
- Fontaine Limited (owner of CREED Fragrances)
- The Roald Dahl Story Company Limited
- J W Anderson Limited
- Aardman Animations Limited
- Post Office Limited
- What3words
- Trek Bicycle Corporation/Trek Bicycle Corporation Limited
- Intact Financial Corporation
- Majestic Wine
- People Group Services Limited
- Naked Wines plc
- Talent Tech Limited
Work highlights
Advising Trek Bicycle Corporation and Trek Bicycle Corporation Limited in court proceedings as defendant.
Acting for Samworth Brothers on a two important contract, a multi-million pound sponsorship contract and a complex joint venture.
Managing Creed's global IP portfolio, which includes brand protection, enforcement and anti-counterfeiting.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Clare Jackman
Other key lawyers
Brett Lambe; Jenny Guild; Tom Phipps