Robert Lye and Andrew Rankin jointly lead the team at Gateley Legal. The group's varied workload consists of domain name disputes, tech and patent exploitation issues, and trade mark infringement actions. Lye is a seasoned IP litigator who regularly acts in patent and design right infringement cases, and advises clients on applications for interim judgments. Rankin is a key name for tech issues, particularly within the healthcare space, routinely assisting clients with procurement and contractual issues.
Testimonials
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‘Robert Lye talks to me in simple terms and we discuss all scenarios - there is openness and trust between us. Over the years we understand each other so communication is easy. ’
‘The breadth of knowledge within the team was excellent. We had a complex case with many moving parts and the team coordinated each element providing excellent solutions ’
Key clients
- The Filta Group Limited
- Incanthera Limited
Work highlights
- Acted for Swizzels in its defence of High Court proceedings for trade mark infringement brought by Marks & Spencer plc and Katjes Fassin GmbH. The dispute related to dealings in Swizzels’ confectionery alleged by the claimants to infringe their trade marks for the shape and appearance of M&S’s Percy Pig sweets.
- Acted for The Filta Group in patent entitlement proceedings and proceedings for breach of confidence commenced in the IPEC against defendants FOG Fellow Designs Ltd and its director.