UK law firm Walker Morris has hired Philip Harris, a former president of the Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys, as a consultant.
Harris, who was previously head of trademarks at London firm Gill Jennings and Every LLP, is also an accredited mediator at the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution.
Patrick Cantrill, partner and head of IP at Walker Morris, said: “We are delighted that Philip is joining Walker Morris. He is a widely respected figure both nationally and internationally in the IP field and brings to us over 25 years of experience.
"Philip is not only a solicitor but also a highly experienced trademark attorney and a trademark and design litigator. He will not only greatly assist our trademark and design management services but will also play a key role in our IP litigation practice.”