Several of the world’s most valuable, recognised organisations choose us to manage their IP disputes. Our litigation team runs cases in the High Court (England & Wales), the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC) and coordinates patent, design and trade mark litigation in courts around the world. We advocate on behalf of leading businesses before the Appointed Person and at the UKIPO and Nominet and other domain dispute registries. Our team is qualified to represent before the Unified Patent Court.
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This article investigates current patent filing data amongst major brands, and broader industry activity within the sport of golf.
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On Wednesday 18 June 2026, after years of discussion, the EU Parliament approved the New Genomic Techniques (NGT) Regulation, following the text provisionally agreed in December 2025.
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Few patent revocation actions go this far - fewer still end this decisively. This landmark win highlights the growing strategic role of national revocation proceedings.
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In G1/24 the Enlarged Board of Appeal of the EPO clarified that claims must be interpreted in light of the description when assessing patentability. However, it left open how this principle applies to added matter.
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We handle patent litigation in multiple jurisdictions across Europe in relation to telecommunications
We represent leading French fashion designers and perfume houses
We advise and negotiate FRAND licences in relation to Standard Essential Patents (SEPs)
Brooklyn Beckham is the eldest child of ex-Spice Girl and fashion designer Victoria Beckham and former professional footballer turned media personality, David Beckham. On 20 January 2026, Brooklyn denounced his claim to the Beckham dynasty, releasing a six-part Instagram story that sent shockwaves across social media.
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"This is an important decision on many levels. In finding against NCP, the court has given clear, seminal guidance on the correct interpretation of essentially derived varieties under UK legislation."
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Last week, the England & Wales High Court granted Amazon an anti-anti-suit injunction (AASI) against InterDigital (IDG), following InterDigital being awarded an anti-interim-licence injunction (AILI) in both the UPC and Munich I Regional Court that prohibited Amazon from seeking an interim licence declaration in the UK.
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In our most recent article, Senior Associate and Patent Attorney, Sarah Gibbs, and Trainee Patent Attorney, Jack Braithwaite, discuss how the revocation of Dexcom’s patent on CGM tech by the Unified Patent Court, marked a significant victory for Abbott, in their ongoing patent battle.
Read moreMediation is a form of cost-effective, confidential alternative dispute resolution (ADR), in which a neutral third party, or mediator, assists two parties to negotiate a settlement outside of court.
In this episode, Appleyard Lees partner Chris Hoole and consultant Bill Lister discuss the benefits of mediation vs. court proceedings, and how mediation in intellectual property cases can differ to non-intellectual property cases.
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LLB MCITMA, Solicitor (England & Wales)
Robert is a dual-qualified trade mark attorney and solicitor and manages large international portfolios and complex multi-jurisdictional disputes for market-leading businesses. Robert’s expertise lies in the strategic positioning of a bra…
Head of Designs, Partner
LLB (Hons), MCITMA
Beverley leads our specialist design team, with her practice area focussing on all aspects of design law. Beverley has particular expertise in identifying and protecting the key features of a design, strategising on international filing pro…
Partner
LLB (Europe), MCITMA, Solicitor (England & Wales), Solicitor (Irish Roll)
Chris is a dual-qualified solicitor and chartered trade mark attorney, experienced in contentious and non-contentious intellectual property (IP) matters, including trade marks, designs, copyright and patents. Working closely with a range o…
Principal Associate
MA(Cantab), MSc, CPA, EPA, Solicitor (England & Wales)
Arnie is one of the few people in the UK to have qualified as a UK and European patent attorney and solicitor of England and Wales. This provides him with a deep understanding of the full lifecycle of a patent, from conception through to co…
Senior Associate
LLB, MCITMA, Solicitor (England & Wales)
Dan is a dual-qualified trade mark attorney and solicitor and is experienced in clearing, registering and enforcing trade marks. His experience working in-house at a major retailer means he understands the need for commercially led advice.…
