Intellectual Property - New Zealand
What the team is known for
Duncan Cotterill acts for clients on a range of IP matters including brand clearance and IP enforcement, as well as marketing. The practice provides expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters. As well as acting for local and international corporate clients, the team provides a broad range of experience in market sectors such as banking and financial services, manufacturing and software licensing. Clients include Institute of Geological and Nuclear Science, Buy New Zealand Made Campaign and oVRcome.
Strengths
"The team is efficient and technically able, as well as being in tune with tactical considerations."
"They are commercially astute to our client's needs and give advice tailored appropriately."
Work highlights
Duncan Cotterill assisted Interprofession du Gruyère with its application for a Certification Mark in New Zealand, as part of a global project.
Notable practitioners
Michael Moyes focuses on contentious and non-contentious trade mark issues, including licensing strategy and infringement proceedings.
