Joe Edwards
Russell McVeaghRussell McVeagh boasts strength in IP litigation as well as commercial deals, advising on injunction applications for breach of trade mark, breach of confidentiality claims and the IP aspects of corporate transactions. The firm is regularly instructed by companies in the telecoms, banking, manufacturing, media, and sports industries. The team is led by Joe Edwards, a brand protection specialist, and Liz Blythe, who advises on M&A transactions and partnerships. Brigette Shone is noted within the team for her work as an IP litigator.
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- 'Highly commercial and client friendly.'
- 'Joe Edwards provides top notch advice and unparalleled client service.'
Key clients
- Bremworth Limited
- Lion NZ
- Spark
- Meridian
Work highlights
- Acting for Bremworth Limited in High Court proceedings against Pebblemill Limited and Mr Radford in relation to Pebblemill's alleged use of confidential information.
- Advising Lion on trade mark opposition proceedings brought by Asahi, and a hearing with IPONZ.
- Acted for Spark in its trade mark oppositions relating to Huawei’s "Sparkoo" brand in a number of jurisdictions, including New Zealand.
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Joe Edwards, Liz Blythe