Intellectual Property

Adrian Speck KC is a technically brilliant, practical and commercially minded barrister recognised for representing telecommunications companies in high-value patent litigation. His other areas of expertise include second-use medical claims and trade mark infringement actions involving online vendors. He maintains an excellent reputation for his advocacy both at first instance and in appellate proceedings.

"Adrian is a class act. He is all over the details and has very good judgement and cross-examination style."

"Adrian is one of the finest advocates at the patent Bar."

"Adrian always thinks out of the box.He is strategically excellent and technically superb."

Daniel Alexander KC is a market-leading silk who enjoys an exceptional reputation for his advocacy in patent litigation involving pharmaceutical and TMT companies. His experience includes handling novel appellate actions arising from inventorship claims. He is consistently involved in cases that establish precedent in areas including patent infringement and licensing.

"Daniel has a brain the size of a planet. He is brilliant for tricky cases and when you need new angles."

"A great strategist on everything patent-related. Daniel is very strong across TMT, medical devices and pharmaceuticals."

"Daniel is a pleasure to work with and has a wealth of experience to draw upon."

Andrew Lykiardopoulos KC is a popular silk who is consistently praised by instructing solicitors for his client-facing skills and his willingness to get to grips with the technical details of IP litigation. He is regularly called upon for high-end patent litigation involving TMT and pharmaceutical companies, and has recently acted at the forefront of ground-breaking FRAND litigation.

"Andrew is one of the best KCs at patent Bar at the moment. He is an extremely strong advocate and has an excellent rapport with the judge."

"An excellent barrister at the top of his game."

"Andrew is a go-to counsel."

"Andrew is a highly regarded and user-friendly silk."

Charlotte May KC is a leading IP silk praised for her skilful, measured advocacy, including before the Supreme Court, and admired for the quality of her client care and commerciality. Her broad practice covers TMT and pharmaceutical patent disputes and cutting-edge trade mark infringement issues relating to the obligations of retailers and digital platforms. She is also frequently instructed in cases concerning media copyright disputes. May is regarded as a leading authority on supplementary protection certificates (SPCs).

"Charlotte is a go-to for her advocacy, particularly her cross-examination skills."

"Charlotte distils issues down quickly, and her team-focused approach means the team quickly galvanises behind her to deliver positive outcomes."

"An amazing silk who is very helpful and very practical."

Isabel Jamal is an extremely conscientious and talented IP barrister who impresses instructing parties with her commercial focus and responsiveness. She is recommended for her experience acting in high-value litigation connected with pharmaceutical, telecommunications and engineering patents. She also excels in cases concerning design rights and copyrights. She has appeared in numerous precedent-setting cases before the Supreme Court and has recently tackled a number of actions relating to FRAND licensing.

"Isabel is excellent - highly insightful and easy to work with."

"Isabel is a star. I would have no hesitation in recommending her as lead counsel to even our most demanding and high-value clients."

"Isabel is always a go-to for complex patent cases. She's incredibly easy to work with, exceptionally bright, and pragmatic and persuasive in her arguments."

Jaani Riordan is particularly well known for his deep expertise in the law on the liability of internet service providers and other intermediaries, in cases of trade mark and copyright infringement online. He also has notable experience in patent litigation in the telecommunications and pharmaceutical sectors, and has undertaken work in cases of considerable importance in the area of standard-essential patent licensing.

"Jaani is absolutely excellent. He's across the smallest of details in the most complex of cases, without ever losing sight of the bigger picture."

"A very clever barrister who has a lot of trade mark knowledge."

James Whyte is a technically brilliant IP barrister with a background in the biotechnology field. He is also noted for his abilities representing electronics and telecommunications clients in patent infringement claims. Additionally, he is frequently instructed in patent invalidation actions and litigation involving supplementary protection certificates. He acts in patent cases at appellate level as well as at first instance.

"One of the best juniors around across all different areas. He can work on any complicated TMT matter. James is well prepared, calm and measured and reads the court quite well."

"James is a really good senior junior with excellent technical skills for life sciences cases."

"A go-to junior who is experienced, very level-headed and looks at the big picture."

Justin Turner KC is a leading intellectual property barrister with a strong technical background in the life sciences sector and substantial experience in biotechnology patent litigation. He has also acted in soft IP disputes arising in the pharmaceutical industry. He earns praise for his strong courtroom presentation, especially with regard to cross-examination.

"Justin is a highly erudite man who brings his advocacy to life."

"Justin Turner is a very good leader for complex patents cases."

Michael Tappin KC enjoys an excellent reputation for his courtroom presentation and capabilities in handling highly technical life sciences patent disputes such as revocation attempts and infringement claims. He is also noted for his experience acting in TMT patent infringement cases. He is consistently praised by instructing solicitors for his outstanding command of detail.

"Michael is very detail-focused and shrewd tactical thinker. For a highly complex case, he's excellent."

"Michael is always in the most-wanted list of KCs for life sciences patent cases. He is forensic, measured and very easy to work with."

"Michael is a real details person who gets into the nuts and bolts of a case and is always very prepared."

Henry Ward is an impressive barrister highlighted for his realistic and commercial advice and his innovative approach to IP litigation. He is recognised for his skill in patent infringement and invalidation claims in the telecommunications, pharmaceutical and engineering sectors. He has also appeared in parallel import and trade mark disputes.

"Henry is really good at seeing the bigger picture and being a team player."

"He is a strong and capable advocate in difficult hearings."

"Henry is an astute and tactically excellent barrister."

James Abrahams KC is commended for his extremely efficient, tenacious and forthright advocacy and the depth of his experience acting in TMT patent litigation. He is also experienced assisting with trade mark infringement and database rights disputes. His recent activity includes pharmaceutical patent injunction proceedings, and his patent expertise extends to various other industries including manufacturing and shipping.

"James is a superb advocate and a real asset in court when the fight is on."

"James is a very strong technical barrister who is easy to work with."

"James is direct, decisive and quick on his feet."

Lindsay Lane KC is a well-regarded silk highlighted for her pragmatic advice and efficiency. She is regularly instructed in relation to claims for patent, trade mark and database rights infringement. Her additional expertise takes in cases involving unregistered and registered designs.

"Lindsay thinks ahead and is good on the details."

"Lindsay commands the court."

"She is a trusted silk who is particularly well known for copyright cases."

Michael Conway comes recommended for his patent practice and is notable for his activity in FRAND-related disputes. He is building an active profile through his representation of pharmaceutical and biotech companies, as well as those in the telecommunications industry.

"Michael has an excellent reputation. He works really hard, gets into the details and is really nice to work with."

"Michael is an absolute pleasure to work with and is always high on my list when looking for junior counsel."

Thomas Moody-Stuart KC is a seasoned and calm courtroom advocate who is admired for his practicality, responsiveness and tactical strength. He handles trade mark and patent infringement claims, as well as misuse of confidential information disputes. He has experience in patent validity actions involving supplementary protection certificates, and a good knowledge of pharmaceuticals and other medical industries.

"Tom provides an excellent level of service, is hugely knowledgeable and provides very clear, focused and commercially minded advice."

"What Thomas doesn’t know about trade marks isn’t worth knowing. A true expert with an extremely pleasant manner."

Ashton Chantrielle is a talented barrister who has developed a strong practice focusing on copyright and trade mark cases, representing clients in a diverse set of industries including media, fashion and pharmaceuticals. Her experience also extends to trade secret litigation.

"Ashton provides an excellent service, under tight time pressure, with clear and useful advice."

"She is an amazing and practical junior who is very good on her feet and at cross-examination."

"Ashton is very diligent and very good to work with."

James St Ville KC is a highly experienced barrister who is well regarded for his attention to detail and commerciality. Sources appreciate the thoughtful and cautious approach he brings to trials. His experience includes the handling of copyright, patent and trade mark infringement disputes. His other areas of ability include database rights and design rights litigation. He is a good choice for IPEC, Patents Court and appellate proceedings.

"James is an inspirational and great thinker who gets the results clients deserve with fantastic eloquence."

"James is a superb lawyer and a pleasure to work with. While being a highly analytical lawyer, he is also very commercial and practical."

"An extremely thorough silk who leaves no stone unturned, with superb detailed preparation on every case and tactical nous."

Jessie Bowhill is a highly regarded barrister who is known for her representation of clients in the broadcasting and music industries. She frequently appears in cases concerning copyright, trade mark and design right infringement.

"She is outstanding and incredibly musically knowledgeable. She is extremely learned, diligent, and her written advocacy is brilliant."

"Jessie is very user-friendly and all our clients love her."

Jonathan Hill impresses instructing solicitors with his intelligence, user-friendliness and accomplished courtroom advocacy. He has notable experience of patent litigation related to licensing agreements and infringement allegations. His additional areas of expertise include trade mark, copyright and database rights, as well as litigation concerning the misuse of confidential information. Industry sectors in which he is active include medical technology, media and retail.

"Jonathan is a go-to for high-value clients."

"Jonathan is bright, extremely capable and very good with the detail."

"He is an effective junior who is very easy to deal with."

Mark Chacksfield KC is highlighted for his recent activity in important patent cases before the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court, and for his expertise in the FRAND space.

"Mark is a charming and effective advocate."

Martin Howe KC is a user-friendly and cerebral advocate recognised for his abilities in high-profile copyright litigation. He is also adept at acting in passing-off disputes and claims relating to trade mark infringement, and has additional experience acting in patent disputes arising in the life sciences sector.

"Martin provides a masterclass in cross-examination at trial."

Tom Jones is an impressive barrister, notable among other things for his involvement in high-profile FRAND litigation. Sources remark that he is quick to master important issues in his cases. His practice covers both patent and trade mark actions, and he represents clients in industries including TMT and life sciences.

"Tom is very hard-working and good on technical matters. He has a very strong background in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals."

"Tom is an extremely bright, commercially focused and user-friendly junior. A definite star of the future."

"Tom is very bright and an excellent addition to a team."

William Duncan is an able and experienced barrister who elicits praise from instructing solicitors for his work ethic and the quality of his written submissions and advice. He is adept at handling patent litigation in both the telecommunications and life sciences sectors, and commentators remark upon his burgeoning practice in the area of biotechnology in particular. He has also garnered considerable recognition for his FRAND practice.

Beth Collett is a skilled barrister with a growing profile for her trade mark, copyright and design rights practice. She additionally possesses experience in significant patent cases.

"Beth is always available and on top of the details in unique and complex cases. She's incredibly hard-working and intelligent but user-friendly too."

"Beth brings energy and confidence. She is an excellent advocate and at ease dealing with commercial aspects and concerns for clients. No stone is left unturned."

Iona Berkeley is known for her deep expertise in soft IP matters; her experience encompasses trade mark revocation actions, passing-off allegations and litigation relating to the parallel import of goods, as well as cases concerning the design of pharmaceutical products. She has also acted in a number of copyright actions on the televising of football.

"She runs the show."