Trade mark applications are handled in-house, allowing us to provide an attractive “one-stop” service, while we also have a deep understanding of structuring and commercialising trade marks to enhance their value and protection.

In a time of economic uncertainty the brand’s strength and ability to support sales has become crucial. So protecting brands against passing off and trade mark infringement has never been more important.

At all stages, we work closely with our clients to ensure that commercial objectives are not compromised, while considering both the immediate and long-term legal and commercial aims for the brand.

Trade mark applications are handled in-house, allowing us to provide an attractive “one-stop” service, while we also have a deep understanding of structuring and commercialising trade marks to enhance their value and protection.

In a time of economic uncertainty the brand’s strength and ability to support sales has become crucial. So protecting brands against passing off and trade mark infringement has never been more important.

At all stages, we work closely with our clients to ensure that commercial objectives are not compromised, while considering both the immediate and long-term legal and commercial aims for the brand.

Case Study

Private: TRAP Worldwide

Advising and acting on behalf of long term client TRAP Worldwide (Trade mark and Rights holders Against Piracy). TRAP is the industry trade body for the UK music merchandising industry on issues such as unauthorised copying/counterfeiting of band merchandise, coordinating …

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Case Study

Private: Bravado International Limited and Danilo Promotions Limited

Hamlins acted on this landmark case in the French Courts on behalf of Bravado International Group Limited and Danilo Promotions Limited. The claim seeks a civil action for damages for breach of image rights and unfair competition arising from the …

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Recommendations

‘Hamlins LLP is particularly experienced in assisting brands and private clients in the entertainment, music, retail and leisure industries in relation to the protection and commercial exploitation of IP rights, as well as advertising issues and sales promotions.’

Legal 500 2020 - Brand Management (Tier 4)

‘Martin Ochs heads the contentious music and IP litigation practice, while other key partner Matthew Pryke advises on IP, trade mark and design law and brand protection strategies.’

Legal 500 2020 - Brand Management (Tier 4)

Matthew Pryke is recommended for his expertise in brand management.

 

Legal 500

“Hamlins LLP’s team has particular expertise in protecting and exploiting IP rights within the music, entertainment and media sectors, including copyright and design rights, passing-off, licensing and anti-counterfeiting.”

Legal 500 2017

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