Intellectual Property Exploitation and Protection

We have accrued in depth and extensive experience in this increasingly complex area.

From state of the art patented technology, exploited and developed by way of joint venture and research and development agreements, to all manner of copyright and trademark protection and exploitation arrangements, in fields as diverse as architecture to music, our lawyers have been involved in projects with values ranging from tens of millions of pounds to mere start-up goodwill.

Working with our network of other professional advisors in different disciplines we assist with complex refinancing and tax planning involving intellectual property assets and have been commended for our M & A work in the sector.

New media and online clients are provided with a comprehensive and proactive service by our New Media & Entertainment Department.

Latest News

Emergency Budget Announced

19th May 2010

On 18 May 2010, the coalition government announced that George Osborne will deliver an Emergency Budget on Tuesday 22 June 2010. Deep spending and tax cuts are expected in an attempt to address the £163bn budget deficit.

George Osborne further announced that a new Office of Budget Responsibility is to be established which will provide forecasts for the economy and public finances, acting to take away some of his own powers.
 
We will be commenting on the impact of the budget for the SME sector... read more