England - London • TMT (technology, media and telecoms)
D Young & Co LLP’s UK-based team, which includes both attorneys and solicitors, has ‘great technical ability’ and works cohesively alongside the firm’s Munich office to provide clients with a comprehensive, pan-European trade mark offering. It handles a large volume of filings and enforcement work, including oppositions, and its team members frequently appear before the UKIPO and EPO. Previous co-practice head Jeremy Pennant retired in March 2023, so trade mark litigation and enforcement expert Tamsin Holman now solely leads the practice from London, and she is supported by solicitor Anna Reid; they are praised by one client ’as exceptional IP lawyers of the highest calibre’. Richard Burton is another key name of note, and he is skilled in handling portfolio-related matters, especially disputes. Sarah Brooks joined from Mishcon de Reya LLP in March 2023.
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‘Tamsin Holman and Anna Reid are exceptional IP lawyers of the highest calibre. They consistently deliver high-quality legal work and advice, they are very practical, know their clients' businesses well, and are extremely responsive to clients' needs.'
'We would highly recommend Tamsin Holman and Anna Reid for whatever IP-related matters you have in the UK.'
'Matthew Dick and his team are smart, savvy, knowledgeable, and responsive. They offer practical advice on both prosecution and litigation matters, and cover all aspects of trade marks, as well as passing off.’
‘Matthew Dick is very smart and very knowledgeable. He is excellent at client management, and he is the kind of lawyer who seeks a solution, not a dispute.'
‘What makes the team different compared to other UK firms is their readiness and flexibility. They are responsive and whenever something requires their prompt attention, and they respond with a cooperative attitude to solve the issue.’
‘They have great technical capabilities.'
Leading Individuals
Tamsin has a wealth of experience dealing with enforcement and infringement of trade marks, design rights, copyright, domain names, database rights, trade secrets and confidential information. Her practice also extends to licensing disputes, matters involving ex-employees and anti-counterfeiting work. Tamsin acts for UK and international clients in a variety of sectors, including publishing, entertainment, leisure and fashion, FMCG, luxury goods, IT, finance and life sciences.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tamsin Holman