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Firms To Watch: Intellectual property

Led by Peter Bolger, the team at EY Law Ireland handles a diverse array of domestic and cross-border IP mandates, including advising on the creation, management, enforcement, and commercialisation of IP.

Intellectual property in Ireland

A&L Goodbody LLP

A&L Goodbody LLP’s commercial and technology team continues to lead the way when it comes to handling the full spectrum of IP matters in Ireland, acting on contentious and non-contentious mandates for a broad range of clients. The practice is led by John Whelan, who has extensive experience of handling high-profile IP disputes for technology and pharma companies. John Cahir is the go-to person for IP law matters for many domestic and international clients, while Andrew Sheridan specialises in matters related to data regulation and privacy. Other key members of the team include Chris BollardMark Ellis and Aideen Burke, who joined the firm in November 2023 from LK Shields Solicitors LLP.

Responsables de la pratique:

John Whelan


Autres avocats clés:

John Cahir; Andrew Sheridan; Chris Bollard; Mark Ellis; Aideen Burke


Les références

‘This is a high-end team. Partner led and combining expertise with pragmatism.’

‘Mark Ellis is excellent – a clear thinker who combines practical expertise with a listening ear and an understanding of client commercial aims.’

Principaux clients

Diesel


Vertex Inc


Amgen Inc


Abbott Laboratories


Bold Limited


Eircom Limited (eir)


ABC Fitness Solutions


Premier Sports


GlobalLogic


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Amgen Inc on the defence of preliminary injunction proceedings regarding alleged patent infringement.
  • Represented Vertex Incorporated, Lindelauf Consultancy BV and Roger Lindelauf in complex High Court proceedings initiated by Meridian Global VAT Services Limited involving the alleged misappropriation of intellectual property.
  • Advised Diesel SpA on its trade mark dispute with Montex Holdings Limited, concerning ownership of the ‘Diesel’ mark.

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP handles the full range of contentious and non-contentious IP matters for clients from a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, retail, IT, financial services, and entertainment. Key services include advice on registering trade marks, IP litigation, and management of IP portfolios. The practice is led by litigation expert Gerard Kelly, who regularly represents clients in high-profile IP litigation before all levels of the Irish courts. Hazel McDwyer is a recognised IP rights practitioner who regularly assists clients with matters related to brand protection and patent infringement. Other key contacts include Eimear O’Brien, Jane Bourke, and John Milligan.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gerard Kelly


Autres avocats clés:

Hazel McDwyer; John Milligan; Ciara Browne; Eimear O’Brien; Jane Bourke


Les références

‘Hazel McDwyer is a standout – extremely responsive, hard-working, commercial and has a good understanding of our sector and business environment.’

‘Clear, knowledgeable and efficient trade mark experts. A very safe set of hands.’

‘Hazel McDwyer is a very knowledgeable trade mark expert. She is responsive, concise and clear. We have no hesitation in trusting Hazel with our trade mark prosecution work in Europe.’

Principaux clients

Meridian Global VAT Services Limited


SIS Media Limited


Novartis Pharma AG


Neuraxpharm Ireland and Laboratorios Lesvi SLU


Sandoz AG


Ashbourne Visitor Centre Limited


Glenveagh Properties plc


Monster Energy Company


MD Orthopaedics, Inc.


Kinzen Limited


Powercut Clothing Limited


Cult Drinks


Biohaven Pharmaceuticals


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Meridian in complex Commercial Court proceedings related to breach of confidence.
  • Represented SIS in Commercial Court proceedings against two individuals for infringement of the client’s copyright in its broadcasts.
  • Assisted Monster Energy Group with the maintenance and management of its global trade mark portfolio, including brand enforcement and opposition procedures.

McCann FitzGerald LLP

McCann FitzGerald LLP undertakes IP law mandates for a variety of domestic and international clients, with particular expertise in the life sciences, IT, and retail sectors. Contentious IP practice head Fiona O’Beirne has significant experience of litigation related to trade marks and infringement and works closely with patent disputes expert Shane O’Brien. Paul Lavery, the head of the non-contentious IP practice, regularly advises on technology, outsourcing, naming rights, and confidentiality matters, with strong support from Adam Finlay, who specialises in the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements related to the ownership and use of intellectual property. Eoin Martyn is also recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fiona O’Beirne; Paul Lavery


Autres avocats clés:

Shane O’Brien; Adam Finlay; Eoin Martyn


Les références

‘Sophistication in patents and industry sectors. They are team players and easy to work with as part of an international team.’

Principaux clients

Bristol Myers Squibb


Biogen


Pfizer


Magnostics Limited


PM Group


Navi Group


Panda Waste


BidX1


Canada Life


National University of Ireland, Maynooth


Health Research Board


Science Foundation Ireland


National Transport Authority


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented BMS in the defence of a Commercial Court patent/SPC revocation action brought by Norton (Waterford) Limited t/a Teva Pharmaceuticals Ireland.
  • Represented Biogen in Commercial Court patent proceedings against Neuraxpharm.
  • Represented Pfizer in Commercial Court patent proceedings commenced by ModernaTX Inc. relating to Pfizer and BioNTech’s Covid-19 vaccine, Comirnaty®.

Whitney Moore

Whitney Moore continues to maintain its strong presence in the full range of contentious intellectual property affairs, representing clients in trade mark and copyright infringement claims, as well as patent litigation. Practice head Robin Hayes has built an impressive reputation for handling contentious trade mark cases and regularly represents clients from a broad array of sectors, including manufacturing, sports, technology, and pharmaceuticals, in domestic and cross-border litigation proceedings before the Irish courts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Robin Hayes


Les références

‘Excellent knowledge and expertise in all aspects of trade mark law, including contentious matters.’

‘Robin Hayes provides expert advice in complicated cross-border infringement matters. He gives great attention to detail and maintains a high service level, including accessibility.’

‘Agile and efficient. A nice-sized team with good collaborating abilities that could bring on additional resources when needed. Hardworking, very responsive and highly organized. Focused on what is important and got there quickly. Trustworthy.’

Principaux clients

WaterWipes UC


Securitas AB


Nike


Peregrine Technologies (Holdings) Ltd


Cannon Tools Ltd


Shamrock Gift Company


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented WaterWipes UC in a trade mark infringement action against Waterful Ltd.
  • Represented Securitas AB in trade mark infringement proceedings against DKSU4Securitas Ltd relating to the defendant’s use of the name “4Securitas”.
  • Represented Peregrine Technologies (Holdings) Ltd in patent revocation proceedings against the University of Limerick.

William Fry LLP

The sizeable team at William Fry LLP has a strong IP practice, with particular expertise in contentious matters, where it assists high-profile technology, pharma, and FMCG clients with matters related to the infringement of trade marks, copyright, and patents. The firm also has a significant non-contentious practice, advising on the protection and exploitation of IP rights, multi-jurisdictional patents, and the management of trade mark portfolios. Laura Scott heads the firm’s contentious IP practice and regularly handles large-scale litigation before the Irish Commercial Court, while Leo Moore leads the non-contentious practice and assists clients with brand protection strategies. David Cullen, Charleen O’Keeffe, and Colette Brady are other key members of the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Leo Moore; Laura Scott


Autres avocats clés:

David Cullen; Charleen O’Keeffe; Colette Brady


Les références

‘The team are extremely commercial in their approach to intellectual property law and litigation and strategic in their thinking. They understand the client’s approach to matters, not just legally.’

‘Charleen O’Keeffe and Colette Brady are both excellent and very commercial in their advice.’

‘The William Fry IP team is as strong as it gets, not just in Ireland, but in most jurisdictions where I have IP needs. Leo Moore and Laura Scott’s team has the strength in depth to handle the most complex of matters with aplomb. Most importantly, we use this firm because of the trust we have in Leo to deliver high-quality insights and guidance on complex and strategically important matters.’

Principaux clients

Diageo


Valeo Food Groups


X-Celeprint


CISAC


Tines


Eli Lilly


AstraZeneca


Skyscanner


UKG


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Diageo on a wide variety of intellectual property matters, including management of its trade mark portfolio, new product launches, and comparative advertising and regulatory queries.
  • Represented Eli Lilly in various contentious IP matters, including Commercial Court proceedings for the revocation of a patent held by Novartis Pharma AG.
  • Represented Skyscanner in Commercial Court proceedings brought by Ryanair.

Arthur Cox

The intellectual property team at Arthur Cox works closely with the firm’s tax and corporate departments to provide holistic advice on all contentious and non-contentious matters related to IP law. Key areas of strength include handling complex IP litigation and the commercialisation of IP assets for both domestic and international clients from a broad spectrum of sectors, including technology, FMCG, fashion, and retail. Olivia Mullooly heads the practice and regularly advises on the protection, development and exploitation of IP rights, as well as data protection compliance and commercial contracts. Keith Smith and Naoise Cosgrove assist with matters related to IP litigation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Olivia Mullooly


Autres avocats clés:

Keith Smith; Naoise Cosgrove; Alison Peate


Les références

‘The team are subject matter experts with a pragmatic approach.’

‘Arthur Cox has provided excellent service. We have appreciated their dedication, patience and professional advice, which has spanned several categories of expertise.’

‘The qualities which stand out for us and which we value include: exemplary knowledge, a measured approach which has been very reassuring for us throughout complex discussions, the ability to represent us professionally and enduring support for our work.’

Principaux clients

Johnson and Johnson


Meta


Kerry Group


Ryanair


Origin Enterprises plc


Glanbia Plc


Foundry Innovation and Research 1, Limited


Flutter Entertainment


Trinity College Dublin


Spotify


Irish Hospice Foundation


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Kerry Group on the IP aspects of transactional matters.
  • Represented Meta in Irish High Court proceedings brought by a Qatari billionaire and head of the Al Mana group, Wissam Al Mana, regarding alleged fake advertisements appearing on the Facebook platform using his name and image to promote a Bitcoin-related product.
  • Advised the Irish Hospice Foundation on the IP issues surrounding the relaunch of the ‘Peter and the Wolf’ project.

DFMG Solicitors

DFMG Solicitors continues to handle intellectual property matters for a diverse set of clients from multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, retail, financial services, manufacturing, FMCG, technology and sports. Renowned for its robust contentious practice, the firm guides clients through litigation arising from patent, trade mark, and copyright infringement. On the non-contentious side, the team advises on the registration of trade marks, licensing, data protection, technology agreements, and the IP aspects of employment law. Patricia McGovern heads the practice and has extensive experience of managing complex trade mark portfolios and the enforcement of intellectual property rights.

Responsables de la pratique:

Patricia McGovern


Les références

‘The team is highly knowledgeable, proactive and delivers practical advice, often at short notice. All are friendly and approachable.’

‘Extremely efficient and quick to respond, and it is a pleasure to work with all the team members.’

‘Patricia McGovern has such a wealth and depth of IP experience that she can assist all potential clients on their IP issues. Her practical approach and willingness to listen to client concerns means that she and her team are well placed to implement the solution agreed to, and their efficient organizational structures and skills mean that instructions are acted on promptly, efficiently and cost-effectively.’

Principaux clients

IKEA


BMW


Promat


Reach


Gilead


Playboy


The North Face


Tony Quinn


Phillip Morris


Ferring


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Gilead Sciences Inc. with its IP portfolio in Ireland and the EU, which involves the prosecution of applications and dealing with oppositions and other challenges.
  • Assisted Promat/Etex with its IP portfolio in Ireland, which involves brand clearance, the prosecution of applications, dealing with challenges and the enforcement of intellectual property rights against infringing third parties.

Matheson LLP

Situated within Matheson LLP‘s technology and innovation group, the intellectual property team collaborates closely with the firm’s litigation group, delivering extensive advice on contentious issues stemming from patent infringement, counterfeiting, and content liability. In addition to this, the team is highly active on the non-contentious front and advises domestic and international clients on Irish IP documentation, IP rights, brand protection, trade marks, and IP-related due diligence. Practice head Anne-Marie Bohan has a strong focus on the management, commercialisation, and licensing of intellectual property, with continuous support from Nicola Dunleavy and Carlo Salizzo.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anne-Marie Bohan


Autres avocats clés:

Nicola Dunleavy; Carlo Salizzo


Principaux clients

FBG Enterprises Opco, LLC


Microsoft


Meta


Waterwipes


Allied Irish Banks


Acuatus

Acuatus is a boutique intellectual property law firm that acts for a variety of domestic and international clients and offers specialist advice on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious IP matters. The practice is led by Alistair Payne, who regularly handles litigation arising from patent and trade mark infringement and assists clients with setting up copyright and trade mark portfolios.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alistair Payne


Les références

‘My contact is very knowledgable and very responsive to queries.’

‘Alistair Payne has a good knowledge of our business and gives good guidance about which potential intellectual property breaches to challenge and those that are unlikely to result in a successful challenge.’

Principaux clients

Ogalas Unlimited


Groupe Danone


Viatris


Red Bull


Welltel Group


Teagasc – The Agriculture and Food Development Authority


Lambay Whiskey Company


Intel


UEFA


DB Games Technologies Limited


Healthy Place To Work Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Viatris/Mylan in pharmaceutical patent litigation in the Commercial Court division of the High Court in relation to infringement claims by Merck Sharp & Dohme.
  • Represented Viatris/Mylan in pharmaceutical patent litigation in the Commercial Court division of the High Court in relation to infringement claims by Novartis.
  • Represented UEFA in its successful application to the High Court for renewal of the dynamic blocking orders previously made against major internet service providers in Ireland.

Beauchamps LLP

The technology and intellectual property team at Beauchamps LLP advises clients on the full spectrum of intellectual property matters, including filing strategies, the commercialisation, and licensing of IP, and the management of IP portfolios. Other key services include IP-related due diligence and representing clients before the Intellectual Property Office of Ireland and the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Edward Evans brings notable expertise in supporting clients within the sports industry, focusing on licensing agreements and the safeguarding and exploitation of IP rights, while Paul Gough specialises in advising employers on the intellectual property clauses of employment contracts. Damian Maloney is another key contact.

Autres avocats clés:

Edward Evans; Paul Gough; Damian Maloney


Les références

‘I think the team was professional, very experienced, solutions driven, good value for money, very responsive and ultimately delivered a good outcome that we were very happy with under a severe time constraint.’

‘Very responsive, solution led, able to decant complex issues into easy-to-understand language. Took responsibility for leading the engagement from start to finish and ultimately delivered more than we expected.’

‘Partner-led advice at all times.’

Principaux clients

The Football Association Premier League Limited


On The Beach Limited


Triviumvet DAC


Secondo Piano SRL


Ginos Gelato


Pret a Manger


Mapaex Consumer Healthcare Private Ltd


In the Company of Huskies (F&B Huskies)


The Arts Council


Studio Pilates International Pty Ltd as trustee for The Studio Pilates IP Trust


Avista


KARE


Rehab Group


The Mental Health Commission


Food Safety Authority of Ireland


National Library of Ireland


Pobal


TU Dublin


Central Statistics Office


Tailte Éireann


Health Information and Quality Authority


IDA Ireland


Tusla


Barnardos


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the Arts Council on all intellectual property-related matters, such as protection of IP rights in commercial agreements entered into by the Arts Council with third parties.
  • Advised Mapaex Consumer Healthcare Private Limited on the protection of its brand not only in Europe but also internationally.
  • Represented On The Beach in High Court litigation instituted by Ryanair claiming, amongst others, trade mark, copyright and database rights infringement.

Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland LLP‘s intellectual property, technology, and data protection team delivers comprehensive advice on the complete lifecycle of intellectual property, spanning creation, exploitation, protection, and defence. The team advises clients from a broad range of sectors, including technology, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and education. Marie McGinley heads the practice, while other key contacts include Peter O’Neill and Ellie Cater.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marie McGinley


Autres avocats clés:

Peter O’Neill; Ellie Cater


Les références

‘Market knowledge, technical know-how, availability.’

‘Responsive and technical.’

‘The IP department at this firm is exemplary, uniquely blending traditional legal acumen with a modern, forward-thinking approach. They anticipate trends, acting preemptively and ensuring clients always have an edge. Unlike many firms, they proactively integrate the latest technologies, optimising research and client interactions. Their transparent billing is refreshingly client-centric.’

Principaux clients

T5 Data Centres


Synch Payments Dac


Clanwilliam Headquarters Limited, the Clanwilliam Group


BearingPoint


Musgrave Group


Arachas Corporate Brokers Limited


The Shareholders of National Organic 160 Products Limited


Telligent Holdings Limited


Educational Research Centre


Sunlife Financial Canada


Aspen Pharma


National Council for Special Education


Yellow Film & TV Oy


Momentive AI


CyrusOne


Glen Dimplex


Tetrarch Capital Limited


Signify Health Inc


Goffs Bloodstocks Sales Limited


Eaton


E-Shopworld Ascendia


Castlegate Investments Limited


Dukes Education Group


Waterful Limited


Autoaddress


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Synch Payments DAC with the IP issues related to the development and launch of an interbank mobile payments solution on the Irish market.
  • Assisted E-ShopWorld Ascendia with the IP aspects of a corporate transaction where ESW acquired Los Angeles-based Scalefast.
  • Advised Dukes Education Group on the IP aspects of a transaction whereby Dukes Education Group acquired the Institute of Education.

Pinsent Masons LLP

Pinsent Masons LLP’s intellectual property team stands out for its strong patent litigation practice, assisting major Irish clients with proceedings arising from patent revocation and infringement, with specific expertise in the pharmaceuticals sector. The team also provides comprehensive advice on the registration and enforcement of trade marks and the exploitation of IP through licensing and franchising. Practice head Karen Gallagher specialises in contentious IP matters and regularly represents clients before the Irish courts. The team was further strengthened by the arrival of Maureen Daly from Beauchamps LLP in November 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Karen Gallagher


Autres avocats clés:

Maureen Daly


Les références

‘The Pinsent Masons Ireland team is highly knowledgeable and experienced in intellectual property. There is impressive attention to detail and dedication to ongoing education and learning about the most current developments in the area, domestically and internationally, through their global and tightly-knit network of legal experts. They have an insight into the needs of their clients across many jurisdictions and a coherent and skilled approach to meeting them.’

‘Karen Gallagher is highly knowledgeable and experienced in patent litigation. She brings an innovative and energetic perspective to patent disputes and is extremely hard-working. She is very focussed on the needs of clients and solutions to meet them.’

‘Pinsents are heavyweight litigators for the high-value and complex patent litigation in Dublin.’

Principaux clients

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited


Norton (Waterford) Limited


Accord Healthcare S.L.U


Accord Healthcare Ireland Limited


Capita Business Support Services Ireland Limited


Flogas Ireland Limited


Aviareto Limited


DCC Energy Limited


Thomas Tunnock Limited


Black Insomnia Coffee Company


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Teva in relation to two sets of patent and SPC revocation proceedings issued against Bristol-Myers Squibb Ireland Unlimited Company and Pfizer Inc.
  • Represented Accord in the defence of patent infringement proceedings brought by Novartis in relation to two European patents.
  • Advised Teva on landmark patent revocation proceedings against Boehringer Ingelheim in respect of the patent for the drug Tiotropium, which treats asthma and COPD.

Addleshaw Goddard

The intellectual property team at Addleshaw Goddard works with a multitude of domestic and international clients on IP matters, with particular expertise in the management of trade mark portfolios. David Hackett heads the practice and regularly offers advice on trade mark issues, along with data protection and privacy law, while Jane Farren handles a variety of contentious and non-contentious IP matters and specialises in domain names, designs, and patents.

Responsables de la pratique:

David Hackett


Autres avocats clés:

Jane Farren


Les références

‘The team is very well led and quickly identifies the issue at hand and provides an appropriate solution or choice of solutions.’

‘We can contact people without difficulty, and there is always a familiarity with our cases. All the team members are exceptionally competent in their manner and dealings with us. We feel our best interests are constantly being met.’

Principaux clients

Digital Manufacturing Ireland CLG


Johnson & Johnson Group


BMW Ireland


Electrolux


Belron/Allglass


British Sky Broadcasting Group plc


Vodafone Ireland


Virgin Media


Irish Hospice Foundation


P J Rigney Distillery and International Brands Limited/Gunpowder Irish Gin


Dawn Farm Foods Limited


Glenisk Limited


Boodles


GPS Insight


NDC Media


Connemara Biomedical Holdings


Aerospace Software Developments


Q Park


Walsh Whiskey Distillery


Golden Pages


B Braun


Suicide or Survive


Gael Linn


Harvey Norman Trading (Ireland) Limited


Bath Fitter, Inc


Darker Still Spirits Company


Planet Virtue Limited


Instavolt


Kepak Group


Rosderra Limited


Sunkist Growers


Pest Pulse Limited


Society for Chartered Surveyors Ireland


Marks & Spencer


Pestle & Mortar


Applegreen/Petrogas


Cilag GMBH International


Ask 4 Broadband


Tifco Hotel Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised DMI on a number of novel intellectual property licensing arrangements, including research and development collaboration agreements and intellectual property sharing arrangements under the Creative Commons licensing system.
  • Advised Sky on an ongoing basis with respect to its strategy and enforcement and protection of its copyright in commercial sports broadcasts.
  • Advised Johnson & Johnson on an ongoing basis on all trade mark issues in Ireland and the EU, including trade mark registrations, trade mark searches, assignments and licensing arrangements.

Browne Jacobson Ireland LLP

Browne Jacobson Ireland LLP has a full-service intellectual property practice, advising clients on IP management and risks, licensing structures, and the review of IP contracts. Ciarán Markey specialises in IP and competition law disputes and heads the contentious side of the practice, while Jeanne Kelly takes the lead on the non-contentious side and has extensive experience of handling outsourcing projects and intellectual asset management.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ciarán Markey; Jeanne Kelly


Principaux clients

Platt and Reilly


Hatched


Beach Hut


Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland


RS Group plc


ByrneWallace LLP

ByrneWallace LLP’s intellectual property team boasts significant expertise in contentious IP matters, regularly representing clients in trade mark and copyright litigation before the Commercial Court. In addition to this, the team has an enviable non-contentious offering, advising both private and public sector clients on design protection, IP commercialisation, and due diligence. The practice is led by the duo of life sciences expert Colin Sainsbury and Mark O’Shaughnessy, who specialises in IP disputes. Victor Timon and Catherine Dowling are also recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Colin Sainsbury; Mark O’Shaughnessy


Autres avocats clés:

Catherine Dowling; Victor Timon


Les références

‘The practice provides a good breadth of legal services with good connectivity across the teams.’

‘Colin Sainsbury has excellent problem-solving abilities.’

‘The firm stands out for me due to its exceptional responsiveness and acute sensitivity to the diverse needs of stakeholders within intricate commercial landscapes, particularly in the realm of patent litigation. What sets Byrne Wallace apart is their ability to swiftly adapt and respond to the dynamic and often complex demands of the legal environment, ensuring that they remain ahead of the curve. They place a premium on understanding and addressing the interests of various stakeholders involved, deftly navigating the intricate web of concerns that arise in these high-stakes situations.’

Principaux clients

Xeolas Pharmaceuticals Limited


Avectas Limited


Warburton Technology Limited


Kora Healthcare


Versono Medical Limited


Prodig Attachments Limited


DLA Piper Ireland LLP

DLA Piper Ireland LLP relies on its global presence to assist clients with intellectual property and patent matters around the world. The team was strengthened in May 2023 by the arrival of Aoife Murphy from Whitney Moore; Murphy specialises in multi-jurisdictional patent disputes and jointly heads the team with financial services expert Mark Rasdale and experienced technology practitioner John Magee, who regularly advises on trade mark and copyright licensing. Gavin Woods has extensive expertise in contentious patent, copyright and trade mark matters, including claims of infringement.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mark Rasdale; John Magee; Aoife Murphy


Autres avocats clés:

Gavin Woods


Les références

‘Aoife Murphy is probably the most experienced patent litigation solicitor. Her knowledge of the Irish bench gives her an outstanding ability to predict outcomes and win arguments, even when dealing with novel challenges. She manages a team extremely well, with attention to detail. She is always calm with an instinctive feel for the outcome. Overseas clients, in particular, soon realise they are in safe hands with this team.’

‘Aoife Murphy is outstanding.’

‘Aoife Murphy is a great solicitor. Knowledgeable, practical, hard-working.’

Principaux clients

BioNTech manufacturing GmbH


Janssen Biotech Inc


Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC


Novartis AG


Resmed


Yes


Dr Seuss Enterprises LP


Amnesty International


KPMG


Premier League


HoneyWell


McDonalds


Eurofins Biomnis Ireland Limited


Nordic Unmanned AS


Medtronic


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for Janssen Biotech Inc. in preliminary injunction and infringement proceedings before the Commercial Court brought against Amgen in relation to the client’s Stelara medicine.
  • Represented BioNTech in patent infringement proceedings brought by Moderna against both BioNTech and Pfizer relating to the alleged infringement of two patents relating to mRNA technology.
  • Represented Novartis AG in two sets of patent infringement proceedings relating to its blockbuster medication Gilenya (fingolimod), a medication used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

Flynn O'Driscoll

Flynn O'Driscoll’s data privacy and intellectual property practice has built a strong presence in the technology sector, assisting clients with the drafting of agreements related to the development, ownership, protection, and licensing of intellectual property. The practice is led by Laura Myles, who regularly advises on the acquisition, management, and enforcement of IP rights. Hannah Lynch is another key contact.

Responsables de la pratique:

Laura Myles


Autres avocats clés:

Hannah Lynch


Les références

‘The team is very professional, fast-moving and easy to work with.’

‘Laura Myles has the amazing ability to communicate along with delivering. She is always extremely professional, clearly very dedicated to her clients and very easy to work with.’

‘Great diversity of individuals in terms of experience and knowledge. Pragmatic, knowledgeable and very personable. An excellent partner for our company.’

Hayes Solicitors LLP

The intellectual property team at Hayes Solicitors LLP continues to work on complex and high-value IP matters, with notable expertise in the sports, media and advertising sectors. Renowned as a trade mark expert, practice head David Phelan provides comprehensive advice on a broad spectrum of both contentious and non-contentious IP issues. The duo of Jeremy Erwin and Laura Fannin regularly assists clients with trade mark registration and IP protection in Ireland, while Matthew Austin specialises in matters related to online and digital copyright licensing. The team is further strengthened by the expertise of IP rights specialist Cian Clinch.

Responsables de la pratique:

David Phelan


Autres avocats clés:

Jeremy Erwin; Laura Fannin; Matthew Austin; Cian Clinch


Principaux clients

Primark


Unilever


The Irish Times


Ogilvy


NK Management


Technopath Clinical Diagnostics


IIU


United Biscuits


TBWA Dublin


TK Maxx


In The Company of Huskies


Steelworks Investments LLC


Publicis


Institute of Advertising Practitioners in Ireland


Vision Consulting


Boys & Girls


Newspaper Licensing Ireland


The Irish Cancer Society


Society of the Irish Motor Industry


The Association of Promotional Marketing Consultants in Ireland


Public House


Simmons & Simmons


CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP


Nestlé


Pepsi


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Primark on contentious and non-contentious intellectual property issues.
  • Advised NK Management on image rights, performance rights, programme content, copyright, trade marks and inventions.
  • Advised The Irish Times on a wide range of intellectual property matters.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP

The intellectual property, technology and data privacy team at LK Shields Solicitors LLP offers comprehensive advice on all contentious and non-contentious aspects of IP rights. In addition to offering strategic guidance on brand protection, the team also represents clients before the Irish and EU Intellectual Property Offices. Recently promoted partner Jane O’Grady, who is dual qualified as a trade mark and design attorney, has extensive experience of advising clients on the exploitation and commercialisation of intellectual property.

Autres avocats clés:

Jane O’Grady


Les références

‘The team was exceptionally helpful in outlining the risks associated with intellectual property, and the ownership and purchase of the same. The team helped us work through different opportunities to mitigate risk.’

‘Everyone we worked with in LK Shields was knowledgable, friendly, flexible with scheduling and just overall extremely helpful in guiding us through the asset purchase process.’

‘They are always very prompt in actioning our requests – all emails get answered the same day we send them. Their emails are always very clear and easy to read and understand.’

Principaux clients

Aine Russell


Centric Health


Pitchway Limited


Starbucks Corporation


MartEye Limited


FLAG Taxis Limited


Process Automation Solutions GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Aine Russell, an independent childcare provider in Ireland, on the sale of the Irish registered trade mark “BUSY BEES”.
  • Advised Centric Health on the IP aspects of the services agreements for a new corporate joint venture, Carepath Connect DAC, with Irish Life.
  • Advised Pitchway Limited on its acquisition of the intellectual property rights related to the products and branding of Cleverfoods Limited.

RDJ LLP

RDJ LLP advises a broad spectrum of domestic and international clients on the acquisition and commercialisation of intellectual property in Ireland. The non-contentious IP practice is led by Diarmaid Gavin, who boasts considerable expertise in knowledge transfer, collaborative research, and IP licensing matters, while the contentious practice is led by litigation expert Darryl Broderick, who specialises in media and IP disputes. Other key members include Marie Gavin, Elena Vassileva, and Stephanie Coughlan.

Responsables de la pratique:

Diarmaid Gavin; Darryl Broderick


Autres avocats clés:

Marie Gavin; Elena Vassileva; Stephanie Coughlan


Les références

‘Diarmaid Gavin has worked with us since our company’s early days. My dealings with him have been so perfect that it is difficult to find any area for improvement. He understands our business so well, which is not an easy task. Diarmaid is a great partner for us.’

‘Very good team. Prompt and efficient.’

‘The practice can understand the specific circumstances of our business and the unique needs of our operations. While we have a primary contact, the firm spreads the work across several legal advisors, which enables the firm to be responsive.’

Principaux clients

University of Limerick


Wissam Al Mana


PBC Biomed


Dublin City University


University College Dublin


Trinity College Dublin


University of Galway


Teagasc – The Agriculture and Food Development Authority


Nova Mentis/Bioplastech


Mater Misericordiae University Hospital