Greaves Brewster
Firm overview:
South West attorney firm Greaves Brewster “has strong technical knowledge, displays excellent client care and is great value for money”, says an international lawyer. Headquartered in Cheddar, Somerset, the IP specialist has strong relationships with referral firms who highlight its “strong work ethic”.
Greaves Brewster’s trademark attorneys advise domestic and international clients on filing, registration and prosecution work, including opposition, invalidity and revocation proceedings before the UK Intellectual Property Offices (UKIPO).
The firm’s client base varies in size and industry, from non-profit organisation, The Hereford Cattle Society, to investment service company Arkaim Advisors. For the startup dating app Hunbun, Greaves Brewster conducted the clearance and registration for the client’s word, logo and app icon trademarks in the UK, and is currently coordinating applications overseas as the brand grows into new territories.
Team overview:
Greaves Brewster’s trademark team of two attorneys is led by Corinna Hiscox, director and UK chartered trademark attorney, supported by CITMA and CIPA-qualified paralegals. Hiscox is “responsible, commercial, practical and clearly is a real expert in her field”, reports a fellow lawyer. For non-contentious work, peers “feel safe and happy to refer clients through to her because they’ve always had a really good experience”. Her practice includes filing and prosecuting trademark applications before the UKIPO and World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO).
Key matters:
Greaves Brewster assisted an international game and casino developer, producer and distributor, in defeating two trademark disputes in the UK. Corinna Hiscox prepared counterstatements and assisted the client with the preparation of evidence to illustrate practice in the UK gaming industry. The UKIPO concluded in favour of Greaves Brewster’s client. The marks were registered and the client was awarded costs.
Clients:
Arkaim Advisors, The Hereford Cattle Society, Hunbun, adp Merkur
