Cripps often undertakes due diligence of IP on corporate transactions, in addition to IP audits, disputes, and ownership and protection issues. Head of the team Irfan Baluch assists clients with blockchain, cryptocurrency and NFT portfolios, while Pete Kenyon has over two decades of experience in this sector. Phil Bilney is also noted and is based in Tunbridge Wells alongside Kenyon and Baluch.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Cripps always ensure that our intellectual property and related rights are adequately protected in contractual documentation when engaging/negotiating with customers and suppliers.'
‘It is very reassuring that Cripps have so much knowledge about us, what we do, why and how we engage and deliver our service. They just seem to 'get us' and it is brilliant for us to have access to them when needed.’
‘A string team of high-flying associates. They are client focused and very responsive.’
‘The practice was willing to adapt an existing foreign agreement and showed a flexible approach.’
‘Phil Bilney is very easy to get on with, friendly and always has a smile on his face. It's always a pleasant experience when working with him.’
‘Phil Bilney has excellent client skills and is also very able.’
‘Phil Bilney and Irfan Baluch gave me confidence that the company was stable and the personal were settled and competent.’

Key clients

Studio Wayne McGregor
Thortful
Berry Gardens Growers Limited
Harrow International Schools Ltd
Remy Cointreau UK Ltd
Alpha 311 Ltd
Spink and Son Ltd
Electronuem Ltd
Risk Solved Ltd
Kit & Caboodle

Work highlights

Advised Studio Wayne McGregor on the creation of a new augmented reality technology built within Niantic’s development platform.
Advised Spink on their construction of a world-leading and innovative auction lot package comprising original photos, NFT’s and associated intellectual property licensing rights.
Advised Electroneum on the evolution of the innovative AnyTask platform which enables buyers and sellers to purchase and sell digital tasks in fiat currency.