A leading firm for IP and brand management, Stobbs IP in Ely continues to broaden the scope of its litigation practice into general commercial disputes. Head of litigation and 'phenomenal team builder' Geoff Steward and head of dispute management Chris Sleep are the key contacts, though clients also recommend 'superb technical lawyer' Charlotte Peach, who also has a management role in the litigation and commercial teams. 'Essentially a London-style commercial litigation boutique but at far better value', remarks one client. Steward recently defended Dryrobe Limited in a breach of contract claim against Superdry.
Testimonials
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‘This is a superb team. Essentially a London-style commercial litigation boutique but at far better value. They consistently produce superb results for their impressive client list.’
‘Geoff Steward is a phenomenal team builder and excellent litigator. Partners at other firms fear facing him. Charlotte Peach is a superb technical lawyer and is going places fast.'
Key clients
- AG Barr (Irn Bru etc)
- Beiersdorf (Nivea etc.)
Work highlights
- Acted for retailer M&S in High Court and Court of Appeal proceedings against Aldi in respect of M&S’ registered designs covering light up gin bottles which the High Court held were infringed by Aldi’s ‘gin globes’.
- Acted for Chinese shoe manufacturer Dream Pairs in the High Court and Court of Appeal in respect of trade mark infringement proceedings brought by Iconix, owners of the Umbro brand, and relating to the Umbro logo.