Eleanor Coates

Eleanor Coates specialises in trade mark and design protection, advising a wide range of clients — from multinationals to SMEs and individuals — on trade mark clearance, prosecution, oppositions, cancellations, assignments, and infringement matters. She develops tailored protection strategies aligned with clients’ commercial goals, taking a proactive, long-term approach. Eleanor routinely represents clients in opposition proceedings before the UKIPO and supports pre-action disputes. With prior experience at the UKIPO and private practice in London, she brings valuable insight into both strategic and commercial aspects of trade mark law. Eleanor’s clients span industries including food and drink, retail, finance, media, and healthcare.