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Norton Rose Fulbright

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Boasting a diverse client roster, with demonstrable experience in the energy, financial services and technology sectors, Norton Rose Fulbright routinely advises on the acquisition, exploitation, use and enforcement of IP rights. The firm has also recently undertaken work for clients in the automotive industry. Commercial IP specialist Mike Knapper steers the team, often advising clients on the IP aspects of M&A, joint venture transactions and IPOs. Jonathan Ball returned to the team in June 2022, departing from Gowling WLG. Ball strengthens the practice with his focus on the technology and life sciences sector. Abida Chaudri is another key contact in the group.

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Key clients

  • Accenture
  • ByBit
  • Hertz
  • Fair Isaac Corporation
  • Accolade Wines
  • Kerry Group plc
  • BNP Paribas
  • Shell
  • Save the Children
  • Sonangol Group
  • BP

Work highlights

  • Advising Kerry Group Plc on the sale of its sweets ingredients business to Advent International, the private equity group, involving the transfer of patents, manufacturing processes and brands and the licensing of brands and technology.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mike Knapper

Other key lawyers

Jonathan Ball, Abida Chaudri