Anti-counterfeiting

One study found that around 2.5% of the entire worldwide trade was trade in counterfeit or pirated goods, amounting to some $464 billion. All industries are susceptible to the risks posed by counterfeit goods, and in particular the FMCG, chemicals, clothing and footwear, toys, cosmetics, automotive and luxury goods are most at risk.

There are a selection or legal remedies available including court proceedings, injunctions, freezing orders, seizures and raids, customs notifications and criminal prosecutions both in the United Kingdom and internationally. Contract copyright, registered and unregistered design, trade mark and patent law are all at play in anti-counterfeiting enforcement actions. Our trade mark lawyers and patent attorneys are very experienced in enforcement actions and are skilled at doing so in a cost effective way. We also coordinate teams of external service providers, including investigators, process servers, forensic experts and overseas attorneys, where needed.

Whether the goods are being sold or promoted in bricks and mortar shops, via influencers or through online retailers and market places, our lawyers are hit to assist with notice and take down procedures or urgent court applications in the United Kingdom and through our network of trusted advisors internationally.