Melanie McGuirk > Pannone Corporate LLP > Manchester, England > Lawyer Profile

Pannone Corporate LLP has a strong intellectual property offering catering chiefly to major brands in the retail, food and fashion sectors. The firm is particularly proficient in IP litigation, handling sensitive matters including copyright infringements and disputes arising from trademark cancellations. The practice is jointly led by litigator Melanie McGuirk, a specialist in passing off and design rights infringements, and Amy Chandler, who advises on licensing matters and research and development agreements. Associate partner Sarah Bazaraa is an expert in fashion sector IP disputes. The highly experienced Patricia Jones is also key.

Pannone Corporate LLP offers a comprehensive practice, handling non-contentious issues such as sponsorship, merchandising, influencer agreements and competition law, as well as disputes involving defamation litigation, brand protection and preventative injunctions. The team is led jointly by Amy Chandler, a digital marketing specialist who leads on the firm’s non-contentious work, and reputation management expert Melanie McGuirk. Sarah Bazaraa, who focuses on the fashion sector and assists clients including Boohoo and Prettylittlething, is also integral to the team.