Gowling WLG

United Arab Emirates

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Overview

International law firm Gowling WLG is recommended for contentious and non-contentious IP work, especially trade marks. Jon Parker is the lawyer in charge of its IP practice in the UAE. The firm has a presence in Saudi Arabia, thanks to its cooperation with local law firm AlGhazzawi & Partners. 

Testimonial

2022 client testimonials

"There is no team better placed in the UAE to provide IP advice than Gowling. Gowling's global network of leading IP professionals across the full spectrum of IP rights means they are able to deliver expert advice on all our IP needs."

"Gowling's service is consistently technically sound, tailored to the way our business operates, and delivered in a timely and professional manner."

"Jon Parker, Noor Hasan and Marian Fayek are a formidable team. They are the best in their field in the UAE."

"Gowling WLG is extremely efficient. The team is very knowledgeable and their delivery is second to none."

"The team in the UAE have become our partner and preferred firm based on their ability to be as agile as our business is. They provide alternative legal services, support with so much value-add, and are the most approachable firm we have worked with. We are so fortunate to have them working with us."

"They provide consistent commercially pragmatic advice and have in-depth IP knowledge. The team comes through all the time on short notice and operates as a business partner to us rather than as a traditional law firm."

Patent

Case studies show patent filing work for clients such as FormaHoof. In 2024, the firm announced the arrival of Bachir A Chakra as a partner in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and former partner David Aylen as a consultant in its Dubai office. Aylen was previously the head of its Eurasia IP practice.