ByrneWallace LLP’s intellectual property team boasts significant expertise in contentious IP matters, regularly representing clients in trade mark and copyright litigation before the Commercial Court. In addition to this, the team has an enviable non-contentious offering, advising both private and public sector clients on design protection, IP commercialisation, and due diligence. The practice is led by the duo of life sciences expert Colin Sainsbury and Mark O’Shaughnessy, who specialises in IP disputes. Victor Timon and Catherine Dowling are also recommended.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘The practice provides a good breadth of legal services with good connectivity across the teams.’
  • ‘Colin Sainsbury has excellent problem-solving abilities.’
  • 'The firm stands out for me due to its exceptional responsiveness and acute sensitivity to the diverse needs of stakeholders within intricate commercial landscapes, particularly in the realm of patent litigation. What sets Byrne Wallace apart is their ability to swiftly adapt and respond to the dynamic and often complex demands of the legal environment, ensuring that they remain ahead of the curve. They place a premium on understanding and addressing the interests of various stakeholders involved, deftly navigating the intricate web of concerns that arise in these high-stakes situations.'
  • 'Mark O'Shaughnessy and Catherine Dowling stand out for me. They are able to pick up the details and see through the forest of information to target the commercial outcomes for clients.'

Key clients

  • Xeolas Pharmaceuticals Limited
  • Avectas Limited
  • Warburton Technology Limited
  • Kora Healthcare
  • Versono Medical Limited
  • Prodig Attachments Limited

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Colin Sainsbury, Mark O’Shaughnessy

Other key lawyers

Catherine Dowling, Victor Timon