Leeds-based Ward Hadaway has strategically bolstered its intellectual property division with the addition of Sonia Burgess.
Burgess is a seasoned chartered trademark attorney whose extensive expertise in trademark law, honed through training with a national intellectual property firm, marks a significant milestone for Ward Hadaway’s trademark legal services.
Bill Goodwin, head of IT/IP at Ward Hadaway, who is based in the firm’s Leeds office and is himself a qualified trademark attorney, said: “Sonia’s skillset will provide an invaluable asset to our clients. Her joining signifies our ongoing commitment to innovation and service excellence particularly in the trademark field, where our services have been steadily expanding over the last few years. It’s an exciting new chapter in our growth, and we’re delighted to have Sonia on board.”
Burgess’s role harmonizes with an already accomplished team of chartered trademark attorneys and experts in intellectual property and commercial law. Emma Digby, executive partner at Ward Hadaway, said: “Sonia’s addition to our team is an exciting development, reflective of Ward Hadaway’s commitment to continuous growth of our experience and expertise. Her unique background will enhance our multidisciplinary approach to trademark law and enable us to further meet the needs of a wider spectrum of clients that require comprehensive trademark legal support.”
Ward Hadaway’s intellectual property legal services encompass brand management, copyright issues, infringement disputes, and trademark and design registration. With a diverse clientele, from startups to renowned corporations, the firm currently handles legal matters for over 1,000 active trademarks.
Burgess said: “I’m pleased to join Ward Hadaway, which is well known for its excellent client service. The firm also has a highly collaborative culture, where everyone works together to achieve the best outcome for clients – which aligns closely with my own values. One of the key objectives of my new role is to expand the scope and diversity of our work both regionally and nationally, which is an exciting challenge I’m looking forward to.”
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Josie Geistfeld
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