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Experience:
Mary Bagnall’s intellectual property law practice emphasizes considerable experience in all aspects of the protection, enforcement, and exploitation of brands, as well as advising on trademark availability and protection. She regularly works with substantial brand owners in the effective management of their brands.
Mary assists many clients with dispute resolution and with enforcement of brand rights, such as trademark opposition, revocation, and cancellation in UKIPO and OHIM. She handles infringement proceedings regarding registered and unregistered trademark, copyright and designs, and related rights, including appeals from UKIPO to the High Court and appeals to the Court of Appeal and the European Court of First Instance. She works proactively to help clients avoid disputes by advising on such matters as copy clearance, Internet advertising, and trademark licensing.
Notable Engagements:
Represents major brand owners in a variety of IP disputes including trade mark infringement, passing off, and opposition proceedings.
Assists well-known companies with the registration of colour and shape marks.
Counsels companies on domain name issues including disputes with cybersquatters and cybersmearers.
Advised on the licensing of a well known brand into a global joint venture company.
Provided guidance on the acquisition of a well known brand.
Education:
The College of Law, London, Wadhurst College, University of Westminster. | 