Mishcon de Reya is recommended for IP disputes and trade mark protection work. It also has a team that deals with IP licensing work. The firm's IP department is led by David Rose, who is an all-round IP litigator. IP star Jeremy Herzog leads the firm's innovation practice. Another notable lawyer in the practice is Campbell Forsyth, who specialises in patent litigation. Sally Britton is the key contact for trade mark instructions while Lewis Cohen is the IP transactions star in the department. The partners are supported by a team of junior practitioners including Rising Stars Dominic Walsh and Richard Parsons.
2024/2025
"They are well-versed in trademarks and related commercial issues. The people I work with at Mishcon are knowledgeable as to the legal landscape and provide practical advice. They are insightful and ask good questions. They also are responsive and timely. Their advice has just the right amount of detail and operational information needed for efficient and effective decision-making."
Sally Britton
"Sally is a great strategist who quickly homes in on the elements of importance. She quickly absorbs the problem and is a trusted partner to reach a resolution. She is available and readily accessible."
Richard Parsons
"Not only does he have a wealth of IP knowledge and experience, but he is always able to advise us from the client's point of view."
"Excellent turnaround times, very accommodating, provides sound advice, pleasant to work with all rounds."
"Very responsive, provides practical advice addressing client needs."
Angela Fox
"She is extremely good at leading a litigation team and has good business common-sense. I like being instructed by her as her knowledge of the law and procedure is excellent – she is a real expert in IP, diligent, and on top of the detail."
"Angela is great at managing a litigation team and she has in-depth knowledge of trademark law and civil procedure."
"Angela Fox [is] very knowledgeable with great business common sense."
2023
"They are detail-oriented but commercial ends-driven and very clear on strategy and direction."
"Mishcon de Reya work with a small, very competent team – offering a high level of service in an efficient and cost-effective manner."
"They are tenacious and enjoyable to work with."
"They have enormous strength in depth, with a stellar roster of partners and excellent associates."
The firm won Managing IP's Firm of the Year award for trade mark disputes in 2025. Angela Fox and Richard Parsons joined the firm in 2024.