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Jon Wyness

Jon Wyness

MW Trade Marks Ltd · United Kingdom
MW Trade Marks Ltd
Intellectual Property · United Kingdom
MW Trade Marks Ltd is a boutique IP law firm based in the UK and Gibraltar, specialising in trademark, design and copyright law. Established in 2009 by Jon Wyness, the firm has garnered a reputation for delivering expert, practical and affordable advice to a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to multinational corporations. With more than 60 years’ combined experience, the team at MW Trade Marks is highly proficient at navigating the complexities of IP law, ensuring clients' assets are robustly protected and strategically managed.

MW Trade Marks offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. These include:

• Trademark Services: Advising on the availability and registrability of trademarks, conducting searches and managing registrations in the UK, EU and globally. 
• Design Protection: Assisting with the registration of designs, ensuring protection for the appearance of products, including shape, colour and ornamentation. 
• Copyright: Providing guidance on the protection of literary, artistic and musical works. 
• International Protection: Facilitating the securing of trademark and design registrations worldwide. 
• Domain Names: Handling domain name disputes and advising on related online issues. 
• Portfolio Management: Offering maintenance and renewal services for trademarks and designs, as well as managing IP portfolios.
• Enforcement & Litigation: Managing oppositions and infringement actions, as well as cease-and-desist letters, combined with other enforcement activities.
• Licensing & Assignments: Advising on the assignment and licensing of IP rights.

MW Trade Marks prides itself on delivering personalised services that align with clients' commercial objectives. The firm's transparent fee structures and commitment to clear, practical advice have earned it a loyal client base. It is also a member of The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA), and is regulated by the Intellectual Property Regulation Board (IPReg). Moreover, the firm's attorneys are Fellows of CITMA – ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.

Jon Wyness
Jon Wyness, the Senior Partner and founder of MW Trade Marks, brings more than 35 years’ experience in the IP sector. His career includes senior roles at prominent organisations, such as British American Tobacco, Rothmans and Richemont, where he honed his expertise in brand creation, protection strategies, global enforcement and licensing programmes. In addition, Mr Wyness served as a Senior Trade Mark Attorney at Baker & McKenzie, one of the world's leading international law firms. His contributions to the field have been recognised with such accolades as "Leading Trade Mark Lawyer of the Year, UK" at the Legal Adviser Awards 2019, as well as "Trade Mark Lawyer of the Year" at the ACQ5 Global Awards 2019.
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