Jackie MullenManaging Associate

I am a UK and European trade mark attorney at Lewis Silkin. I have years of experience in the world of trade marks which has involved advising on trade mark and design strategies and clearance and defending clients' rights in proceedings in the UK, Europe and around the world.

Trade mark & Portfolio Management

My experience has lead me to advise on all aspects of trade marks and designs including:

• producing, reviewing and devising strategies for trade mark and design portfolios at UK and worldwide level

• trade mark clearance searching, general management and maintenance of portfolios

• filing trade mark applications

• advising on trade mark disputes for opposition, revocation and invalidity proceedings).

I have gained experience and enjoyed advising a spectrum of clients in various business sectors; I have acted for individuals, charities, small and large companies and famous, household names as well as various industries including telecommunications, clothing, cosmetics, jewellery, sports goods, finance, real estate, publishing, a global energy company, a soft drinks beverage company and various music artists.

Sports Business

I have co-written articles for the Sports Group that relate to the importance of trade marks, copyright and designs, specifically to individuals who wish to exploit their name in the sporting world.