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Provided by Bull

Intellectual property and marketing law


Intellectual property rights are becoming increasingly important, and technological advances are contributing to new ways of exploiting the value of intellectual property. Intellectual property law has been a pillar in Bull's business for almost 100 years, and Bull is one of the country's leading law firms in this field, for both domestic and international clients.

Specifically, Bull is particularly strong within media, entertainment and culture and its related intellectual property issues. For example, Bull is involved in many major domestic and international film and TV projects, from planning to launch.


Bull’s lawyers assist with, e.g.,

  • registration and management of domestic and international trademarks, designs and patents
  • protection and enforcement of copyright across the globe
  • licensing and sale of rights
  • trade secret protection
  • disputes over Marketing Act violations
  • intellectual property issues in transactions
  • franchise, distribution, retailer and agent agreements
  • film and television project development, production and financing
  • IPR management/strategy
  • union/cast/crew agreements
  • distribution, marketing and sponsorship agreements
  • publishing, music and visual arts agreements
  • dispute resolution

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Norway
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

Bull boasts a growing practice that frequently acts for clients in the media sector. The team handles mandates pertaining to trade mark, copyright and marketing law. The department also advises on portfolio protection and anti-counterfeiting matters.

Notable practitioners

Lisa Digernes heads the department and is a key contact for clients.

Strengths

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