Practice areas - IP & patent litigation - What others say
Winners of the UK Patent Contentious Award 2010 at the Managing Intellectual Property Global Awards 2010 and short listed in the category for UK Trade Mark Contentious.Winners of TMT Team of the Year 2010 at The Lawyers Awards.
Recommended as a "Leading" firm for Intellectual Property and Patent Litigation by PLC Which Lawyer? (2009/10)
"A long-standing and universally recognised IP player, Bristows ... wins particularly strong praise for its work in the life sciences sector. The group continues to offer a full-service IP practice, featuring both contentious and non-contentious matters. However, it is for IP litigation that the group is best known." - Chambers and Partners (2010)
"Sources Say: "The team gives you superb strategic advice."" - Chambers and Partners (2010)
"Brian Cordery ... is noted for his prowess in IP litigation.Opponents find him "constructive, helpful and someone who wants to resolve the situation rather than score points." " - Chambers and Partners (2010)
"Edward Nodder is a name closely allied with the patent litigation practice, in which field he provides "excellent advice, even when it may not be what we would like to hear." Sally Field is also among the group's standout litigation partners, having appeared in a wide range of IP cases, as has the "well-organised, calm and commercial" Philip Westamcott, who heads the group. He has a particular profile in the electronics industry, having acted for clients such as Philips. Although no longer focusing fully on IP matters, James Irvine is involved in international IP disputes, in addition to crossover matters such as those relating to FRAND licences. New partner Liz Cohen is perceived to be making strides, as is Myles Jelf, who is described as "thoughtful, and able to grapple with hi-tech material." He takes on a broad spread of IP matters." Chambers and Partners (2010)
"Bristows has 'outstanding industry knowledge' and is well known for high-level patent litigation." - The Legal 500 (2009)
"Co-head of life sciences Sally Field is particularly active in life cycle management work, where the firm has a leading reputation, acting for clients including Novartis." - The Legal 500 (2009)
"Bristows is 'exceptionally strong in technical IP'." The Legal 500 (2009)
"Bristows is a significant force for patent litigation and has a significant presence in the pharmaceuticals sector." - The Legal 500 (2009)
"A heavyweight IP firm ... best known for its patent litigation and life sciences expertise." - The Legal 500 (2009)
"With a long history in the IP market, this prestigious outfit is able to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional, high-end work, offering prompt and through responses. It is also esteemed for its top lawyers and enviable clientele." - Chambers and Partners (2009)
"The practice is commended for its partner-led service and "superior understanding of client needs; it deals with complex IP issues and delivers outstanding, careful and precise advice." " - Chambers and Partners (2009)
" Bright and reliable lawyer" Andrew Bowler is appreciated for his diligence and is winning growing recognition in the market." - Chambers and Partners(2009)
"With a strong science and patent background, Edward Nodder is "extremely reliable, he's always a safe pair of hands and has an excellent track record." - Chambers and Partners (2009)
"Bristows is a leader in patent litigation" - The Legal 500 (2008)
"'An authority in IP', Bristows is especially strong in pharmaceutical and high tech patent litigation. The 'very good' Philip Westmacott leads a team that displays 'burgeoning skills as international pharmaceutical patent litigation co-ordinators'" - The Legal 500 (2008)
"A leading patent litigation firm" - The Legal 500 (2008)
"Bristows has had an established reputation and pre-eminence in this field" - Chambers and Partners (2008)
"a significant force, with a commercial outlook and brilliance that most firms find hard to match." - Chambers and Partners (2008)
"experts Philip Westmacott, Sally Field, Matthew Warren and Edward Nodder, can ... match any other in the market." - The Legal 500 (2007)
"Bristows has a leading reputation for patent litigation" - The Legal 500 (2007)
Edward Nodder is described by sources as an "effective all-rounder in IP law." - Chambers and Partners (2008)
"Edward Nodder is 'a very strong contender on the patent side'. His vast experience wins him acclaim and he is considered to be 'a smooth operator'." - Chambers and Partners (2008)
Philip Westmacott is a "heavy-duty patent litigator and a tough opponent on the electronics side" - Chambers and Partners (2008)
"a high profile and a growing reputation, sources consider [Philip Westmacott] to be a core figure in the group." - Chambers and Partners (2008)
"The 'highly intelligent' [James] Irvine, meanwhile, excels at 'big-picture thinking' in international disputes." - Chambers and Partners (2008)