Intellectual Property - New Zealand
What the team is known for
Bell Gully acts for international clients on the protection and enforcement of IP assets as well as related areas such as domain name issues and advertising regulations. It represents an enviable number of overseas clients, as well as prominent domestic corporations, in the IP aspects of cross-border corporate transactions across a broad range of industries. The team has notable litigation experience, particularly in relation to copyright and trade mark infringement. Bell Gully boasts wide-ranging expertise, from financial services and pharmaceuticals to media and entertainment. Notable clients include BMW New Zealand, The Body Shop and Unilever.
Strengths
"Bell Gully were in all instances able to handle our requests on some 'grey area' complex issues very well and in a timely manner."
Work highlights
Bell Gully advised Unilever and related entities on all of its IP matters in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
Notable practitioners
Tania Goatley is established in commercial litigation and is well placed to advise clients on various aspects of IP law. Her practice includes representing companies in patent disputes, trade mark infringement proceedings and regulatory breaches.
