Mr Andrew Stewart > Baker McKenzie > Melbourne, Australia > Lawyer Profile

Baker McKenzie delivers a full spectrum of media and entertainment services, from high-profile copyright and defamation litigation to media transactions and pre-publication advice. The team also counsels blue-chip corporates on digital content acquisition and commercial matters, including third-party partnering arrangements. Andrew Stewart is a leading authority on copyright enforcement, advising major movie studios and other media stakeholders. Adrian Lawrence has been at the forefront of Australia’s online and digital media law for over 25 years. Allison Manvell is a key name for commercial and regulatory issues, while Nicholas Kraegen has amassed considerable experience with matters put before the Copyright Tribunal.

Baker McKenzie‘s ‘excellent IP practice’ boasts experience in the full range of IP related work, including complex copyright considerations, trade practices, and competition related matters. Andrew Stewart leads the team, while Jonathan Flintoft often assists major international clients with the management of trademark portfolios, in addition to acting in major brand disputes and enforcement matters. With particular expertise in regulated industry, Elisabeth White represents domestic financial institution clients in major brand disputes and represents luxury retail clients in counterfeit product proceedings. Victoria Bell is another key contact noted for her specialism in the commercial aspects of IP rights transfer.

Headed by Sydney-based Andrew Stewart, Baker McKenzie is frequently engaged in data centre and telecommunications transactions. Anne Petterd is experienced in data breach incidents, Adrian Lawrence is particularly active in the FinTech sector, and Caitlin Whale is a key port of call for healthcare and technology companies. In Melbourne, Toby Pattern is noted for his health tech and privacy capabilities.