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We have a passion for the world of food and drink

Expertise that helps you achieve your commercial aims

The world of food and drink is subject to constant change. Gaining and retaining the competitive edge and preventing competitors from reaping the rewards of your research and investment is a constant battle. We make sure your IP is properly protected as you expand into new product lines or territories. No other IP firm has the in-house capability of Marks & Clerk in technological knowledge and legal expertise.

Industry focus

With Marks & Clerk, you’ll work with people with a passion for the world of food and drink – people who are immersed in the changes taking place in the sector and able to anticipate potential IP opportunities and problems.

Specialists

for the result you need

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Gareth Jenkins

Partner Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (UK)
Gareth has been practicing in the field of trade marks for over 20 years. He acts for a variety of clients from individuals to multinationals, and has particular experience in the management of global trade mark portfolios, counterfeiting issues, the assignment of Intellectual Property Rights and trade mark strategies.
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Hernán Ríos

Partner Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (UK), Lawyer (Chile - non-practising)
Hernán is a Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (UK), a qualified Chilean lawyer and graduate of the Universidad Católica in Santiago. Hernán is a vital part of Marks & Clerk’s National Food & Drink team and he has many principal clients in this sector.
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Kirsten Gilbert

Partner and Head of Brand Exploitation, Protection and TM Litigation UK Solicitor (UK)
Kirsten is a Partner and Head of Brand Exploitation, Protection and TM Litigation UK at Marks & Clerk Law. Kirsten advises in a broad range of sectors including food & drink, financial services, pharmaceuticals, fashion and creative industries.

Ella Newell

Senior Associate Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (UK)
Ella is a Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney and Senior Associate in the trade mark team. She joined Marks & Clerk in 2016, qualifying in August 2019 after passing her final exams with commendation.

Matthew Parr

Associate Registered and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (UK)
Prior to joining Marks & Clerk in September 2018 as a Trainee Trade Mark Attorney, Matthew worked as a Solicitor in private practice from 2008 to 2016.
Pauline Piernez

Pauline Piernez

Associate
Pauline is a Trade Mark and Design Associate who assists clients in all facets of their IP portfolios, from conducting trade mark clearance searches and handling prosecutions to advising on trade mark infringement.
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Elise Cant

Trainee Trade Mark Attorney
Elise joined Marks and Clerk as a Trainee Trade Mark Attorney in November 2022 and is based in the London office. She graduated from Queen Mary University of London in 2019 with a distinction in Management of Intellectual Property.
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Faith Chong

Trainee Trade Mark Attorney
Faith joined Marks & Clerk as a Trainee Trade Mark Attorney in October 2022 and is based in the London office.

Complete IP service

Clear, practical advice that aligns with your strategies and goals

In addition to our patent attorneys and trade mark attorneys, we have a large team of commercial lawyers. They become part of the team where issues such as freedom to operate arise or contracts are required.

We also have skilled IP litigators with a very high success rate in clearing the way for you to enter the market.

Commercial focus

Marks & Clerk is known for its focus on clients’ commercial objectives. We operate as an extension of your business, so are able to provide clear, practical IP advice that aligns with your strategies and goals.

Clients

We work with food and drink businesses of all sizes. We advise start-ups, SMEs and large multinational companies on domestic and international trade mark, patent, copyright and design protection and enforcement.

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