Barker Brettell is a premier intellectual property firm specializing in comprehensive legal services for protecting innovation and creative assets. With a strong focus on patents, trade marks, designs, and copyright, the firm stands out for its technical expertise and tailored approach to safeguarding intellectual property across diverse industries.
The firm employs a large team of over 60 IP attorneys and 140 staff members, offering deep technical knowledge and industry-specific insights. Barker Brettell is particularly adept at serving SMEs, startups, universities, and corporate clients, providing end-to-end support from initial audits to oppositions and renewals. Their European and international capabilities, including a dedicated office in Sweden, ensure seamless cross-border IP protection and management.
Services Offered
- Patent services
- Trade mark services
- Designs & Copyright protection
- China IP services
- IP Audit
- IP Valuations
- Oppositions and Appeals
- Renewals
- Corporate IP Support & Outsourcing
- Validations
- Business Advisor Support
- Secondment support for in-house teams
Barker Brettell operates from offices in Birmingham, Southampton, Stockholm, London, and Uppsala, providing broad geographic coverage with specialized support for European IP matters. The firm manages over 72,000 live IP rights and offers resources in multiple languages, reinforcing its commitment to accessible and effective intellectual property protection.
