Allan Poulter moves across London to Bird & Bird

Bird & Bird has hired Allan Poulter from Field Fisher Waterhouse in London.

Poulter, who is an all-round IP specialist, will work as a partner in the firm’s IP practice group. He has specialises in trademarks, brand protection and enforcement, and has particular experience of the IP landscape in India.

Morag Macdonald, joint head of the IP group, said: “We are pleased to welcome Allan to Bird & Bird. He is one of the world’s leading brand management lawyers and brings a wealth of experience to the firm. We look forward to further developing our work with Allan.”