Widely regarded as a leader in its field, the IPCT Department delivers astute, commercially driven advice in the areas of intellectual property, commercial law and technology law. Particular fields of expertise include the information technology, e-commerce, energy, pharmaceutical and bio-technology sectors.
The broad range of skills and specialisations within the Department enables it to deliver a comprehensive service to a diverse client base, ranging from individuals to multinationals, universities, local authorities and charities.

The Department tailors its services to each client's precise legal and commercial requirements to deliver the most cost effective and practical solution.

Members of the Department undertake both contentious and non-contentious work (including general legal advice, drafting and negotiating agreements and litigation) in the following areas:

Intellectual Property

The department undertakes both contentious and non-contentious work (including mediation, litigation and arbitration as well as contract drafting) in relation to all intellectual property rights.

Commercial

The department has extensive experience of running projects and drafting contractual documentation across a wide range of subject matters and service sectors.

Technology

The department provides commercial advice across the fields of IT, telecommunications, digital media and e-commerce and is experienced in handling related disputes.