Squire Patton Boggs
Firm overview:
Squire Patton Boggs has a strong global trademark practice, with the UK IP team working particularly closely with colleagues in China, Germany, the US and Singapore. Functioning as a “one-stop shop” for domestic and international clients, the firm manages clients’ IP rights seamlessly, including brand protection and advice on commercial agreements. A client that enlisted Squire Patton Boggs for a major trademark-related project has high praise for the team, particularly their “pragmatic, commercially-minded, and solutions-oriented approach”.
The team works in a “highly collaborative and cohesive manner, characterised by mutual trust and strong internal support”, the client says.
Team overview:
The UK trademark practice is led by Kerry Lee, who has more than 25 years’ domestic and international experience in IP law. He has represented many of the world’s most iconic brands from a variety of industry sectors, handling complex global portfolios, pre-filing clearance, and worldwide contentious registry proceedings.
Senior trademark attorney Callum Burbidge has experience across brand management, protection and enforcement, among other areas of soft IP.
A client recommends Lee, Burbidge and their team “without reservation”, stating that they have “a strong understanding of the needs and expectations of a large corporate client... Kerry’s extensive experience in relation to international trademark portfolios was evident at every stage of the engagement and proved highly valuable in navigating complex issues.
“Callum, for his part, demonstrated impressive command of the portfolio within a very short period of time and quickly became a trusted and reliable advisor on the matter.”
They “demonstrated exceptional commitment, professionalism, and client focus from the outset,” the client says.
Carlton Daniel is another key member of the team, providing advice to clients in the advertising, marketing and media sectors, and also to businesses operating in the food and drink, retail, automotive and tech sectors.
Key matters:
- C & J Clark International: Trademark and design portfolio management
For many years, Squire Patton Boggs has managed the extensive global trademark and design portfolio for well-loved footwear brand Clarks, providing comprehensive services ranging from routine filings and renewals to handling complex international disputes and anti-counterfeiting enforcement.
- Zippo: IP portfolio management
The team assists Zippo, a well-known manufacturer of lighters and related accessories, with its IP portfolio, including in the UK. This has involved a number of successful enforcement actions over the years.
- West Bromwich Albion Football Club: Worldwide IP portfolio management
SPB handles the worldwide IP portfolio for West Brom, a longstanding football team in the English football league. The team has filed a number of trademark registrations in both the EU and UK for the club.
Clients:
The British Amateur Gymnastics Association, Clarks, Diligent, McBride, Move One FZE, Punter Southall Group, Roadchef, West Bromwich Albion Football Club, Zippo
