Intellectual Property - Thames Valley
What the Team is Known For
Anderson Law in Wallingford acts for world-leading universities and research institutions, as well as technology and life sciences companies large and small. The firm advises on technology transfer, research and development, and licensing agreements. It has a culture of secondment of junior lawyers which promotes close coordination with, and a deep understanding of, its clients.
Strengths
"Working with Anderson is a great experience. They provide commercial advice."
Work Highlights
Anderson Law continues to advise University College London on research contracts and collaboration agreements, and associated intellectual property issues.
Notable Practitioners
Mark Anderson is the founding partner at Anderson Law in Wallingford. He is one of the most accomplished technology transfer and licensing lawyers in Europe, and represents venerable research institutions, established life sciences and hi-tech innovators, and promising spin-outs. "Mark is incredibly responsive and thought-provoking, and has a deep understanding of the legal issues affecting the spinout process, which he situates in the wider UK context."
Lisa Allebone has a strong reputation for her IP work on behalf of universities. She regularly advises on patent licensing and technology transfer agreements. "It's always great to work with Lisa." "Lisa is an outstanding lawyer. She's as smart as they come. She has an excellent broad and deep understanding of the law and its application." "Lisa is very competent. She is commercially aware and capable of dealing with complex and sophisticated cases."
Paul Maclennan represents clients at the cutting edge of technology, engineering and AI development. He has a background in computer science and is conversant in technology transfer, licence and collaboration agreements of all kinds.
Stephen Brett is much sought after by research centres, medical charities and foundations, and technology transfer vehicles to handle all manner of IP assignment and licensing arrangements. He is considered a go-to IP practitioner in the medical and research spheres. "Stephen Brett is excellent." "Stephen Brett is a very capable and excellent adviser."
