Trade marks and brands

JMW’s specialist trade mark lawyers advise on all aspects of brand protection. We blend solicitor and trade mark attorney expertise, to deliver a complete trade mark service under one roof. From clearance searches to trade mark filings, oppositions and disputes, watch services and portfolio management, we support clients throughout the entire trade mark lifecycle in the UK and internationally via our established network of overseas attorneys. 

What we do

Trade mark filings 

Our trade mark lawyers are experienced in securing UK and international trade mark registrations. We work with clients to develop filing strategies that reflect their commercial needs, and guide applications smoothly through examination, publication and registration. 

Trade mark oppositions and disputes

If your trade marks are challenged, or if you are involved in a brand dispute, we can help. Our team are experts at resolving trade mark oppositions, revocations, cancellations and brand disputes. We deal with disputes robustly, commercially and efficiently.

Trade mark clearance searches 

We offer various levels of trade mark clearance searches, using advanced software and systems to highlight potential risks before trade marks are filed. We advise on risk management in plain English, providing practical advice and recommendations on strategy.

Trade mark portfolio management and renewals 

We are experienced at managing extensive UK and international trade mark portfolios. We use state-of-the-art IP management platforms to monitor, manage and maintain our clients’ trade marks.

International trade mark filings and management

Our trade mark protection services have worldwide reach.  We handle international trade mark filings and portfolios, and have an extensive network of trusted overseas attorneys ready to assist if necessary.

Trade mark watch service 

We offer trade mark watch services, using cutting-edge systems to alert clients to new trade mark applications similar to their brands in the UK and internationally. We send clear watch reports with succinct, focused advice.

Recent experience

• Numerous successful trade mark oppositions, cancellations and revocations, including AFFINITY (O/766/18), OLD JOHN (O/281/19), WILLIAM MORRIS AT HOME (O/0027/24), and WALLIS (O/0124/26).
• Managing an extensive international trade mark portfolio for a market-leading UK software business, including operating watch services, trade mark filings, renewals, and advising on incorporating IP rights of new acquisitions into the portfolio.
• Handling UK and international trade mark filings for a high-profile UK fashion brand, including overcoming registry objections, navigating trade mark oppositions, and advising on international brand protection.
• Representing a hair and beauty company in complex opposition and cancellation proceedings in the UKIPO.
• Advising a leading US fashion business on the protection of its marks and brands in the UK, including trade mark filings and oppositions
• Worldwide management of the extensive trade mark portfolio of a UK pharmaceutical business, including international filings, revocations and oppositions, monitoring and advising on renewals.

Meet the team

JMW’s experienced intellectual property team has a strong track record of registering and protecting trade marks in the UK and internationally. We act for brand owners, national and international businesses, and owner-managed businesses.