Lewis Silkin counsels commercial clients, particularly in the manufacturing, retail, and technology sectors, on a range of IP issues. Leading the team, Mathew Forde, ‘a man of great integrity’, assists clients in IP issues in commercial contracts, and provides representation in IP infringement litigations, while Katey Dixon is a specialist in IP licensing and data protection.
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‘Punches above its weight in this sector’
‘Matthew Forde is unflappable'
‘I have only worked with Lewis Silkin for a couple of years. The high standards seem to be maintained in a much larger law form, which has added benefits.’
‘I have worked with Mathew Forde for 20 years and he is a man of enormous integrity who can make complex legal issues understandable for the layman. I have nothing but the highest praise for him.’
‘The team know the challenges facing businesses and act quickly and efficiently. The commercial apt and knowledge is a real stand-out feature for the firm!’
‘Mathew Forde is our contact, and Mathew has a great understanding of both the legal end and the practical part that not all solicitors understand. ’
‘Katie Dixon is very good’
‘They understand our business and are efficient with their time.’
Key clients
- Unicorn Hygienics Limited
- Luke Irwin Rugs Limited
- Glens of Antrim Potatoes Limited
- Texthelp Limited
- TriMedika Ltd
- Scriptbloxian Studios
Work highlights
- Advised a successful online game developer on a number of games that infringe our client’s intellectual property, which resulted in High Court proceedings being issued
- Advised Glens of Antrim on a range of trademarks and brands expansion/protection issues as they extend into new markets
- Advised Unicorn Group on brand protection issues in relation to the launch of a new product
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Mathew Forde