Based in Bristol, Burges Salmon LLP acts for an impressive roster of broadcasters and production companies in an array of IP matters, including contentious issues and IP portfolio management. Typical instructions include advice on broadcasting rights exploitation, clearance and trade mark issues. The team also assists production companies with production agreements and marketing campaigns. Practice head Jeremy Dickerson specialises in IP and advises major film and TV companies on their trade mark portfolios. Helen Scott-Lawler assists with sponsorships, brand protection, and advertising and marketing issues, while Emily Roberts is the go-to name for contentious matters.
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Key clients
- BBC
- BBC Studios Ltd
- WarnerBros Discovery
- Eurosport
- Virgin Group (including Virgin Enterprises Limited)
- UKTV
- Valleyfest
- Racecourse Technical Services Limited (RaceTech)
- Racehorse Association
- Apetito (Wiltshire Farm Foods)
Work highlights
- Advising the BBC and BBC Studios on all UK and EU trade mark applications and registrations as sole counsel.
- Acting as UK trade mark counsel for Discovery, Inc and Eurosport, advising on clearance, registry proceedings, and UK enforcement issues.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jeremy Dickerson