Intellectual Property
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 1
Contact number
(0131) 777 7000Chambers Review
Pinsent Masons in Edinburgh offers expertise in complex contentious and transactional matters, often with international implications. Particularly active in the life sciences, technology, and food and beverage sectors, the team is highlighted for its formidable trade mark and technology transfer offerings. The team is frequently instructed on complex patent validity and assignment litigation.
Work Highlights
- Pinsent Masons advised Aberdeen Football Club Community Trust on its intellectual property agreement with Grassroots Soccer with regard to their jointly developed grassroots mental health curriculum.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"There is a wide range of skills within the firm. The attention to detail, timely manner of delivery and ability to resolve problematic issues are very strong."
"We find Pinsents really good. They offer very good advice, deal with enquiries very promptly and have a lovely manner."
"Pinsent Masons are great at simplifying the matter for us and adopting a user-friendly approach."
"There is a wide range of skills within the firm. The attention to detail, timely manner of delivery and ability to resolve problematic issues are very strong."
"We find Pinsents really good. They offer very good advice, deal with enquiries very promptly and have a lovely manner."
"Pinsent Masons are great at simplifying the matter for us and adopting a user-friendly approach."
Notable Practitioners
David Woods is an IP all-rounder with extensive experience handling patent litigation, trade mark infringement claims and portfolio management. He also advises on domain name disputes and strategy.
"David is very commercial and pragmatic."
"David Woods is very good. He is excellent at explaining matters and providing good options."
"David is a very reliable lawyer."
Chris Martin is considered a go-to IP practitioner for universities, their spin-out companies and energy sector clients, with R&D and technology licensing among his areas of expertise.
"Chris is very good at dealing with matters within a higher education context."
George Campbell is recognised as a prominent IP lawyer on the non-contentious side, particularly focused on advising clients in the food and drink and sport sectors.
"George is a safe pair of hands where IP-related matters are concerned. He has a knack of being able to present advice in user-friendly language, particularly for non-legal colleagues."
Jim Cormack KC is a dual-qualified solicitor advocate with an impressive record litigating IP disputes. His experience extends to all core rights, and his clients range from unique Scottish brands to global corporations.
"Jim is recognised as a brilliant litigator."
Gillian Anderson is a senior associate in the team who is developing a strong contentious IP practice.
"Gillian is always very professional and delivers on time to a high standard."