Bristows LLP‘s work at the intersection of competition and intellectual property law has attracted many clients from the technology and life sciences sectors. The team is made up of experienced litigators who regularly tackle pure competition claims and specialist disputes. Sophie Lawrance is a recognised authority on disputes pertaining to the technology and pharmaceutical sectors, advising a number of high-profile clients in these spheres. Stephen Smith’s broad practice encompasses the full range of transactional and contentious competition law.
Testimonials
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- ‘The team has grappled with some of our most complex products, over an extensive time period, in order to represent us in complex competition cases. They have also been required to work hand in glove with other law firms, which they have done efficiently and effectively.’
‘Sophie Lawrance has an exceptional level of technical detail and ability to untangle complex issues. Matt Hunt has also demonstrated an exceptional level of understanding of the case, as well as an unflappable, calm presence, when dealing with difficult or complex issues.’
‘Excellent team to deal with. Good practical and pragmatic advice.’
‘Mark Brown, Stephen Smith and Victoria Yuan provided practical and efficient advise on the matter, and operated seamlessly as a team.’
‘Very strong team, particularly for IP-competition disputes.'
Key clients
- Arbor Education Partners
- CityFibre
- Joyson Auto Safety S.A.
- Morningside
- Panasonic Corporation
- Samsung Electronics Co
- ZTE Corporation
Work highlights
- Defending Google from a long-running mixed standalone/follow-on claim related to the EU Shopping Decision.
- Advising CityFibre on numerous strategic issues in respect of its roll out of a national challenger full fibre.
- Acting for Panasonic in UK litigation concerning the valuation of its portfolio of standard essential patents.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sophie Lawrance