K&L Gates
Firm overview:
Global firm K&L Gates has “excellent IP resources in the UK and beyond”, says a client who recommends the firm for trademark work. The London team operates an international “one-stop shop” for brands, managing worldwide portfolios and coordinating multi-jurisdictional disputes. K&L Gates’ 360-degree approach across filings and enforcement offers a unified shield for brands. Significant new instructions include matters for Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co, Bottega Veneta and Lacoste, indicating the team’s particular expertise across fashion and luxury.
Team overview:
Arthur Artinian leads the IP department in London and is described by a client as “an
excellent IP lawyer with a strong understanding of business and practical advice”. Artinian is credited with establishing the firm’s IP function in London, and is internationally recognised for his work on cross-border IP counselling, prosecution, litigation, enforcement and transactional matters.
Simon Casinader is also a key contact for brand protection matters. Responsible for a number of the team’s key client relationships, Casinader handles trademark matters including prosecution, strategic advisory work, and contentious issues.
A client recommends Catherine Adam for IP commercial agreements, tipping her as “an excellent business/commercial lawyer with deep expertise in IP-related agreements (licensing, talents, events)”.
Key matters:
- Ralph Lauren: Trademark and passing off litigation against Superdry
K&L Gates has served as Ralph Lauren’s sole UK representative for all trademark, copyright and design work since 2024. A primary focus of this mandate has been the high-profile trademark and passing-off litigation against Superdry, which alleged infringement of Ralph Lauren’s brand arising from Superdry’s concept store and in store displays at its Oxford Street flagship in London, the sale of second hand Ralph Lauren garments, and the sale of “upcycled” Ralph Lauren clothing.
In May 2025 the team secured an early success for Ralph Lauren in the form of an interim injunction.
- Nike: UK design and trademark portfolio management
The team continues to manage Nike’s design portfolio, and recently took over management of the brand’s UK and EU trademark portfolios.
- Mölnlycke Health Care: Global trademark counsel
K&L Gates acts as global trademark counsel for leading medtech company Mölnlycke Health Care, managing its entire portfolio and advising on trademark and design enforcement, infringement strategy and licensing arrangements.
Clients:
Aman, Chubb Fire & Security, Coty, The Design Museum, Ennismore, Mölnlycke Health Care, Nike, Ralph Lauren, Sol de Janeiro, Strauss, Tiffany & Co
