Intellectual Property - Australia
What the team is known for
Simpsons Solicitors is widely recognised for its consummate understanding of the arts, publishing, music, media and advertising spheres. The team advises a range of high-profile clients and is especially in demand for its copyright expertise on both the advisory and contentious fronts. Simpsons Solicitors also has a strong trade mark focus, acting for a number of high-profile clients on portfolio management and prosecution mandates. Notable clients include Screen Australia, Riot Games and Universal Music Publishing.
Strengths
"Simpsons provide nuanced and comprehensive advice in relation to trade mark matters."
"They demonstrate excellence in strategy, evidence preparation and negotiation."
Work highlights
Simpsons Solicitors defended Maurice Blackburn Lawyers from intellectual property litigation in the Federal Court of Australia brought by the global investment firm State Street.
Notable practitioners
Adam Simpson has extensive experience in dealing with a variety of copyright issues in the entertainment industry, frequently assisting clients on high-profile disputes.