England - London • TMT (technology, media and telecoms)
Trowers & Hamlins LLP
Spearheaded by Caroline Hayward, the team at Trowers & Hamlins LLP acts for a diverse roster of clients across the technology, retail and healthcare sectors. Hayward’s practice encompasses infringement, validity and enforcement matters, among others, while senior associate Alice Stripe focuses on UKIPO trade mark disputes and portfolio management. Joe Armstrong joined the practice in May 2022.
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Testimonials
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‘Hands-on, business minded and transparent.'
‘The Trowers & Hamlins LLP intellectual property team stands out as an excellent choice for legal advice. One of their most notable attributes is their expertise. The team demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies and nuances of this field, enabling them to provide insightful legal advice.'
'They are professional, responsive, and effective in communication. Their team is highly efficient in promptly addressing enquiries and providing timely updates on progress.’
‘The attention to detail, especially in the team we worked with, is superb. The team immerse themselves in your matter and make sure all angles are covered, not just the immediate back and forth but the strategic thinking going forward – often three or four steps ahead.'
'The depth of knowledge that the team has is second to none and they are able to think around all sides of a problem and see the arguments which others miss.’
‘Caroline Hayward is excellent in everything she does. She is a strategic thinker and is always available, and importantly, always gives ‘partner time’ on a project. She is resourceful and diligent and with a clear understanding of clients’ interests. She is exceptional and a credit to the industry.’
‘I have been working with Trowers & Hamlins for some years, since Alice Gould joined the firm. She is very experienced and able to understand the client's needs.'
Key clients
- Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and ADNOC Distribution PJSC
- Mitsubishi
- THOIP (owners of IP rights in the MR. MEN and LITTLE MISS characters)
- Caprice Holdings Ltd (owner of The Ivy, Annabel's, Daphne's, Scott's, Sexy Fish, Harry's Dolce Vita, 34 Mayfair)
- Argex NV, Hye Group
- London International Exhibition Centre plc (the London ExCeL Centre)
- Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited
- CNX Therapeutics Limited
- Museum of London
- Ayana Holding and its subsidiary Ayana Properties
Work highlights
- Acting for Argex NV in High Court proceedings against a competitor in relation to trade mark infringement and passing off.
- Advising Abu Dhabi National Oil Company in relation to its trade mark strategy, co-ordinating a worldwide filing and enforcement programme including various infringement matters in a range of jurisdictions.
- Advising the owner of the IP rights in the MR. MEN and LITTLE MISS characters in relation to contentious matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Caroline Hayward