Burges Salmon LLP fields a broad practice that covers areas such as TV and film, music, and publishing, handling matters relating to advertising, marketing as well as IP. Jeremy Dickerson heads the Bristol-based team and is particularly experienced in IP and sports-related work, where he counts both national and global companies amongst his portfolio. Helen Scott-Lawler is another key member of the group, focusing on non-contentious matters such as marketing, brand protection, and commercial contracts. Dispute resolution pertaining to IP issues constitutes a central area of activity for Emily Roberts.
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Key clients
- BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)
- BBC Studios Ltd
- Discovery, Inc.
- Eurosport
- Virgin Group (including Virgin Enterprises Limited)
- 20th Century Studios
- UKTV
- Valleyfest
- Racecourse Technical Services Limited (RaceTech)
- Racehorse Association
Work highlights
Advising the BBC and BBC Studios on all UK and EU trade mark applications and registrations as sole counsel.
Acting as UK trade mark Counsel for Discovery, Inc and Eurosport, advising on clearance, registry proceedings, and UK enforcement issues.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jeremy Dickerson
Other key lawyers
Helen Scott-Lawler; Emily Roberts; Richard Hugo