Our People

Our lawyers are experts in their field – you’d expect that - but they are also business-minded and aim to provide practical, helpful advice. Many trained with us, while others have been hand-picked from top city firms or have worked in industry for many years to become nationally recognised experts.

Experience

Matthew specialises in all areas of UK and European Intellectual Property law, particularly contentious matters. He advises clients regarding trade marks, copyright, design rights, passing off, patents, European food protection and defamation. He also has substantial experience in IT disputes and has frequently appeared before the English Courts, the European Court of Justice and the UK and European Patent Offices.

Background

Matthew is the Head of the IP/IT team at Howes Percival, having joined in November 2006 to set up their IP/IT offering. He acts for clients across the UK and Europe covering all areas of intellectual property and large IT disputes.

2006 – Present Howes Percival, Partner
2003 – 2006 Harvey Ingram, Partner
2000 – 2003 Harvey Ingram, Associate Solicitor
1998 – 2000 Harvey Ingram, Assistant Solicitor
1996 – 1998 Holman, Fenwick & Willan, Trainee Solicitor