Gowling WLG is a prominent international law firm with a strong presence in the UAE, offering comprehensive intellectual property (IP) services. Their UAE IP practice is renowned for managing and developing large and complex IP portfolios, providing expert commercial IP advice, and offering litigation and enforcement services across the MENA region.
Notable practitioners: Jon Parker.
The head of the IP practice in the UAE is Jon Parker.
2025
"Exceptional team and leader. Very knowledgeable, responsive, and a pleasure to work and deal with."
A client appreciates the team's "responsiveness, quality work and flexibility".
"The team is easily approachable and very knowledgeable.“
"Their in-depth knowledge of IP in the context of the entertainment industry and their understanding of our business needs is appreciated. As is their ability to work closely with in-house teams in the most efficient way."
"They were able to manage searches across a range of jurisdictions and have one point of contact."
"Working towards the end goal in a back-to-forward approach sets Gowling WLG apart."
Jon Parker
"Jon has a clear communication style. He is reasonably priced and gets results."
"Jon is extremely knowledgeable and reliable."
"Jon is great to deal with and very responsive."
"We have had a long-standing relationship with Jon Parker. He is excellent in his work and understands trademark law across jurisdictions, which is what helped us in developing our case in the UAE."
Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, UAE UAE-based investment company with M&A support for the acquisition of IP in a Saudi software business.
Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, an oil & gas major to conduct a search for a UAE patent and then prepare a freedom to operate assessment of their client's technology (a downhole tool with specific features) against a UAE patent.
Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, a hospitality major in filing a successful action against an infringer in Saudi Arabia where the target was using the client's trademark.