Intellectual Property
Global Guide 2024 : Kenya
Band 2
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Provided by Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews
Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews have a dedicated Intellectual Property department, with a stellar 118-year track record of prosecution and protection of IP for its international and local clients in Kenya and East Africa in general. The firm also undertakes patents work at ARIPO. Leading the prosecution team is Dr. Daniel Wanjau Muriu supported by one of the best dispute resolution team in the country, led by Kiragu Kimani. The firm guarantees clients an all-encompassing service package in prosecution of IP rights as well as enforcement in court and other dispute resolution mechanisms. In addition, the department has perfected the art of handling bulk prosecutions, doing so with exceptional attention to detail and in record time
The firm’s dedicated well-rounded IP team supports its clients in the following areas:
• trademarks prosecution including oppositions and expungements;
• patents prosecution and patent revocations;
• industrial designs prosecution;
• IP litigation including infringement actions in all courts in Kenya
• anti-counterfeit actions;
• IP contracts, assignments and licensing;
• competition; and
• franchising.
Chambers Review
Fielding a skilled team of intellectual property lawyers, Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews has significant experience in the management of IP portfolios, demonstrating expertise in patents, industrial design and copyright. The team is frequently instructed on prosecution matters, opposition and cancellation proceedings, as well as trade mark registration and renewal. The firm is well equipped to act both locally and regionally as part of its membership of the Dentons network, acting for clients in industries as diverse as construction, food, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals and banking.
Work Highlights
- Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews advised Rotam Agrochem International on the management of its portfolio of trade marks in Kenya.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews is well informed and its service is very professional."
"Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews gives you a well-researched overview of a matter and undertakes a thorough preparation of cases."
"The team at Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews is well informed and its service is very professional."
"Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews gives you a well-researched overview of a matter and undertakes a thorough preparation of cases."
Notable Practitioners
Head of the practice group, Daniel Wanjau assists a variety of international clients with the management of their portfolios, advising on trade mark and patent prosecution.
"Daniel Wanjau is very knowledgeable, gives articulate advice and walks with the client every step of the way."
"His assistance is straightforward and we are very happy with his service."
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