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Intellectual property disputes

Intellectual property (IP) is a valuable business asset which you will have worked hard to acquire. It comprises your brand, you know-how, any original or novel creations you have devised and any new or revolutionary way of doing things you have invented.

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Protecting your intellectual property and resolving disputes

It is something that makes your business unique but also highly susceptible to the risk of attach as rival businesses seek to piggyback off your success by stealing your ideas, copying what you do or trying to pass their products off as their own. You may even find yourself faced with a competitor who alleges that they came up with an ideafirst and who accuses you of trying to capitalize on their creativity.

Dealing with IP issues can be difficult but is something the dispute resolution team at IMD Corporate are here to help you with.

Drawing on years of experience spent supporting businesses throughout the UK and beyond, our specialist intellectual property lawyers can assist with the defense and enforcement of your IP rights and in the resolutions of a wide range of IP disputes.

We deal with all intellectual property types, including copyright, patents, trade marks, design rights, database rights, confidential information and trade secrets.

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Our UK offices are located in Manchester, Birmingham and London.

  • sending cease and desist letters to individuals and businesses suspected of infringing activities, which can be highly effective in bringing most low-level illegal activity to an end.
  • issuing proceedings in the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court or the Chancery Division of the High Court to deal with higher value, contested cases or those where an injunction is needed, for example to bring alleged violation to an immediate halt to recover confidential information;
  • securing compensation where the reputational or economic damage caused by infringing activities is more than notional;
  • exploring alternative dispute resolution options where you wish to keep an IP dispute out of the court arena, including mediation, adjudication, arbitration and expert determination;
  • highlighting where a criminal offense may have occurred that could offer you an alternative route to bringing any illegal activity to an end, for instance where your goods have been counterfeited;
  • providing representation before the UK and European Intellectual Property Offices, for instance where a patent dispute results in a rival business seeking to have your patent rights revoked or where objections are raised over the registration of IP rights;
  • assisting you to resolve disputes in respect of unregistered design rights which need to be dealt with via a common law passing off action;

Our law experts are here to help you

Marcin Durlak

Marcin Durlak

Managing Partner

Mark Houghton

Patent Attorney

For an initial consultation, call our UK International Solicitors on 0330 107 0106 or request a free call back.

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IMD Corporate – the right lawyers for your business

As a full-service law firm, our commercial lawyers are passionate about reducing the risk of commercial disputes through specialist contracts that are sector and industry-specific and fit for the jurisdictions in which your business operates.

No company, whether a start-up, SME or multi-national, can avoid all business disputes. That is where our dispute resolution solicitors step in to react quickly at the first sign of a claim or jurisdictional dispute. With our legal expertise, combined with a pragmatic commercial focus, we can work with you to find the best solution to your problems

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At IMD, our team of expert commercial litigation solicitors excel in the prevention and resolution of business disputes, combining sharp technical know-how with unparalleled client service and meticulous attention to detail.

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List of notable intellectual property cases

  • Defended an IP infringement action by LEGO against our clients, UK based whole sellers. The value of the claim exceeds £ 1.2m;
  • Defended an IP infringement action by Michael Kors against our clients, UK based whole sellers. The value of the claim exceeded £500k;
  • Defended an IP infringement action by Mamas & Papas against our client, UK based whole seller. The value of the claim exceeds £300k;
  • Defended an IP infringement action by Microsoft  our clients, UK based whole sellers, reducing our client’s liability from over £1m to £6k;
  • Defended an IP infringement action by BooHoo.com. Case settled successfully for a nominal amount saving our Client from a risk of insolvency.
  • Registration of various trademarks, patents and designs for our Clients, usually SMEs, in order to protect their intellectual property rights.
  • Advising Client on IP protection, carrying out an audit and creating a strategy for the exploitation of the IP in order to maintain and strengthen the competitive edge.

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Why Choose IMD Corporate?

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Our team is adept at handling intricate cases involving international elements, such as division of assets across borders, child abduction and child relocation. This makes us particularly suited for individuals with international family or business ties.

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We are proud recipients of multiple national awards, a testament to our commitment to legal excellence. Our awards reflect our high standards and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. You can check the list of our awards by clicking here.

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Our clients’ satisfaction speaks volumes about our services. We invite you to read the glowing testimonials on ReviewSolicitors, which showcase our ability to exceed client expectations.

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Our firm has a proven track record of successfully handling complex legal cases, particularly those involving cross-border elements. Our expertise is especially beneficial for individuals seeking sophisticated legal solutions.

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At IMD Corporate, we recognise the significance of cultural nuances in legal matters. Our team, with its diverse cultural backgrounds, is uniquely positioned to understand and empathetically address the specific needs of clients from various international communities.

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We believe in a client-centric approach, offering personalised and compassionate legal advice. Understanding that each case is unique, we tailor our strategies to suit individual client needs.

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Our extensive network of international legal and professional contacts allows us to efficiently handle cases that span multiple jurisdictions, providing a seamless legal experience for our clients.

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