Retail and consumer

DLA Piper

Working with a host of blue-chip multinationals, the team at DLA Piper boasts considerable strength in its retail and consumer offering, spanning IP, litigation and regulatory matters. Ruth Hoy is a highly experienced partner who is particularly noted for her expertise in IP matters. Consumer goods, food and retail group co-head Chloe Forster advises on technology issues, while Sophie Lessar - praised by clients for her 'in-depth knowledge' - is involved in the digital aspects of retail and financial services products. Noel Haywood co-chairs the food and beverage sub-sector group and provides support on acquisitions and disposals. Mark Dewar is noted for his expertise on all aspects of the supply chain for consumer goods while Nick Rock displays significant experience in ESG, health and safety and climate change issues.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘The team at DLA Piper are incredibly generous with their time and their knowledge is second to none.’
‘The different team members we have been working with over a number of years have all demonstrated a true commitment to helping our industry. Their generous and ongoing support has really made an impact. ’
'A sound knowledge of the consumer field.'
'Sophie Lessar has in-depth knowledge of the field, and a good understanding of our industry, allowing her to provide advice with pragmatism.'

Key clients

Alteri Partners
Bacardi Martini
Burberry Limited
C & J Clark International Limited
Dr Martens Airwair Group Limited
Wickes Building Suppliers Limited
Founders of Pangea Laboratories
Giorgio Armani Retail s.r.l
H&M
Heineken
Jet2
J.D. Williams & Company Limited
JD Sports Fashion Plc
John Lobb
Lego
Levi Strauss
Lululemon Athletica UK Ltd
LVMH
New Balance Athletic Shoes (U.K.) Ltd
Nike
Ocado Group PLC
Puma United Kingdom Limited
Reckitt Benckiser
River Island Clothing Co Limited
Superdry Plc
Tamara Ralph
Tate & Lyle
The Hut.com Limited
Tiffany & Co.
Unilever
Versace U.K. Ltd
Wilko Limited
AllSaints Retail Limited
DPDgroup Limited
Cox Powertrain
iRobot
Lotus Cars
Weleda (UK) Limited
Magic Leap
Speacialized
Pearson

Work highlights

Advised Superdry PLC on the sale of its intellectual property assets in a number of countries across the Asia Pacific region to Cowell Fashion Company Ltd.
Advised Jet2 on an in-flight retail program, streamlining supply chains and insourcing operations, including opening its own retail operations centre.
Advised Famille C Participations, on its acquisition of a controlling stake in Pai Skincare.

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