Intellectual property
Brand, creative work, ownership and intellectual-property disputes. The first step is to understand the facts, the relevant documents and the stage your matter has reached.
Matters within this area
- Brand and ownership questions
- Licensing and commercial use
- Infringement-related disputes
What to bring
Bring the complete papers, including attachments and previous responses. Useful starting documents can include the following.
- Registration or application details
- Evidence of creation and use
- Relevant licences and correspondence
Related reading
Contract review — preparing a useful brief
Explain the transaction, commercial priorities and complete document set before review begins.
BusinessPartnership agreements — decisions to record before drafting
Clarify contributions, management, distributions and what happens when circumstances change.
Questions before we speak
How do I arrange a conversation?
Call or email the office with your preferred time and a brief description of the subject. Arrange the discussion before sending sensitive documents.
Can you assess the likely result from a short message?
A meaningful assessment depends on the facts, complete documents, applicable law and procedural stage. A short message is a starting point for arranging that review.