In today’s competitive, knowledge-based business environment, the strength and security of a company’s intellectual property can mean the difference between thriving on a global scale or failing to occupy any space at all. For businesses looking to dominate in their market, accessing support from an intellectual property law firm is the safest route to success.
At Womble Bond Dickinson, we proudly offer advanced legal services from our renowned team of intellectual property lawyers. Backed by decades of experience, our team of over 150 qualified IP lawyers and patent agents have the knowledge and skills needed to assist clients in protecting, maximising and monetising their technology and intellectual property assets. Operating in both the UK and across the Atlantic, our team also has access to the full breadth of Womble Bond Dickinson’s resources, and regularly utilises our vast network of international IP lawyers to assist with complex cases.
As with all of the legal services provided by Womble Bond Dickinson, our team of intellectual property lawyers work across the full range of sectors served by the wider firm. With specialist solicitors on-hand to provide industry-specific insights on everything from healthcare patents to manufacturing intellectual property legislation, we can ensure that every piece of advice and guidance given by our IP law firm is backed-up by thoroughly researched and up-to-date information.
Intellectual property solicitor services
In order to provide our clients with a comprehensive service that tackles all IP-related issues quickly and efficiently, our specialist team of intellectual property lawyers regularly assists in the following areas:
Resolving patent, trademark, copyright, design, and other IP infringement, validity, opposition and entitlement disputes in UK, US and EU courts and patent offices, as well as by international arbitration. Our experience includes assisting clients with related antitrust/unfair competition claims as well as with cross-border disputes
Conducting detailed patent investigations and analyses in all technical areas and procuring patents in the US, UK, the European Patent Office and in other international patent offices throughout the world
Representing clients in inter partes and post-grant review proceedings
Clearing, registering and maintaining trademarks and designs throughout the world
Developing worldwide anti-infringement and anti-counterfeiting strategies and protocols for leading brands
Structuring and negotiating complex IP transactions, including licensing arrangements, research and development agreements, collaboration agreements, technology joint ventures and strategic alliances, among others
Advising clients in sponsorship, advertising, sweepstakes and promotions, merchandising and franchising arrangements.
Intellectual property law firm specialisms
With more than 2,000 patent and trademark prosecution clients worldwide, over 20 practitioners focused on the resolution of domestic and multinational IP-related disputes and approximately 10,000 global trademarks under management, our widespread team of IP solicitors are constantly working to provide clients with the security they need to operate successfully.
In order to ensure every client need is met, regardless of size, stage of operation or industry placement, we have constructed an incredibly talented team of intellectual property solicitors with a diverse range of specialisms. Collectively, we have patent experience in the electrical, technology/software, mechanical, materials science, chemical, and pharmaceutical and biotech/genetics fields, with many of our IP lawyers even holding advanced degrees (Masters or Ph.D.), and are former scientists and engineers. With some IP attorneys also having former experience as USPTO examiners, our clients are given access to some of the most experienced voices in their industry.
By providing comprehensive advice and assistance across a whole host of tasks associated with effectively managing intellectual property, our team helps to free up your time and resources, allowing them to be redirected to more important avenues for success. Whether this time is spent tackling the day-to-day challenges of running a successful business, or used to expand the range of assets attributed to you, accessing support from our IP lawyers allows you to prioritise what’s important to you, safe in the knowledge that everything else is taken care of.
Whether you are searching for patent and trademark advice, or need specialist advice from a team of international intellectual property solicitors, we can help you. Get started by browsing through our intellectual lawyers and professional staff or contact us directly by filling in the simple form on our get in touch page and we’ll connect you with the most relevant IP lawyer for you.
What is intellectual property? Broadly speaking, intellectual property covers a bundle of rights which protect inventions, designs, creative works, databases, confidential information and brands – all of which could be the intangible assets setting you apart from your competitors.
There is considerable value in intellectual property, but many companies struggle to harness their potential. Knowing how to use your rights to best protect and exploit your products and services can seem complicated, but our team of experts is here to make it simple.
With our guidance, you'll become confident on how to manage your intellectual property and wider intangible assets – whether by designing effective identification and reporting policies, negotiating agreements to maximise protection and value, or implementing robust monitoring and enforcement strategies.
When you need that external support, we act like an extension of your team, and can offer a team of over 150 professionals in the UK and US who work exclusively on intellectual property matters and really know their stuff. Looking after your intellectual property is what we do best.
Your team
Your intellectual property team
Our team, based in the UK and US, includes specialist lawyers, attorneys, paralegals and strategists who can offer support throughout the lifespan of your intellectual property. We also have built strong working relationships with a trusted network of intellectual property practitioners globally, meaning we can help wherever your issues arise.
An ever-changing and fast developing area, a number of the team are also involved in various professional and industry associations, allowing them to stay abreast of latest developments and be at the heart of influencing practice. As a result, we can provide keen insight on your matters backed by the latest industry thinking and research – and we love talking about intellectual property too!
We cover all types of intellectual property rights and deal with establishing subsistence, clearance, audits and registration through to licensing, research and development, sponsorship, collaborations and other contractual arrangements.
Think your intellectual property is being misused or infringed? We can help there too. Our award-winning team has extensive experience with court disputes, as well as domain name and company name actions, and is adept at alternative dispute resolution.
You can rest easy knowing we’ve got the expertise and know-how to handle any intellectual property challenge you throw our way swiftly, effectively, and without fuss.
In need of an intellectual property lawyer? Look no further.
At Womble Bond Dickinson we have an exceptional team of talented lawyers and business professionals who can offer guidance and find the solutions right for your business. We have both broad and niche expertise across all our UK and US offices.
Duckhams managing the company’s global trade mark portfolio
Barbour as exclusive portfolio manager for its global trade mark applications
Buckler Boots on its registered design protection portfolio and intellectual property rights issue
Sterling Pharma Solutions on all aspects of intellectual property protection
Ergochair on delivery of an IP Audit and IP Management recommendations
Testimonials
"We are delighted with the court's decision, which vindicates the protection of our intellectual property and encourages innovation. It has been a pleasure working with the WBD team."
Gordon Donald, Managing Director at Geofabrics
“Lovely people to work with, great attention, good and strategic advice, a very good counsel.”
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