We are grateful to receive such positive feedback from our clients and colleagues.

Germany: Bronze

"D Young & Co is an outstanding firm. The team are detail-oriented and professional, and provide incisive, candid advice. They are efficient, with quick turnaround times, and their technical and legal expertise is always up to date.”Leading the charge in Munich, Jana Bogatz earns rave reviews this year. “Jana is an indispensable resource. She offers solid, strategic guidance in both prosecution and contentious matters, demonstrating exceptional pragmatism and realism when outlining next steps and potential outcomes. Her forward-looking perspective is a testament to her profound knowledge of the law. Jana also brings a deep understanding of her clients’ businesses, allowing her to provide advice that maximises the potential of IP assets to achieve business objectives.” Featured in the WTR 1000 for the first time this year, Gabriele Engels demonstrates her proficiency in both contentious and non-contentious trademark matters, highlighting her multifaceted expertise. Well versed in guiding industry giants, she has been busy advising The Dow Chemical Company on trademark matters across Germany, France, Switzerland and the European Union. Her work includes handling filings, managing office actions and navigating opposition proceedings with finesse.

UK: Gold for prosecution and strategy and silver for enforcement and litigation

WTR 1000 writes: “D Young & Co is a trusted trademark firm in the United Kingdom and Europe, providing superior legal counsel that clients can rely on completely. Their business-friendly advice is always on point, and they have shown remarkable adaptability in finding solutions tailored to clients’ needs and changing demands. The team are approachable and communicating with them is always quick, succinct and effective. Their meticulous attention to detail, unwavering focus on achieving excellent results, transparency regarding costs and judicious approach to budgeting further solidify their reputation as a reliable partner.” The team are incredibly strong and work together seamlessly to provide wraparound support to a long list of loyal clients who praise the team highly.

“Matthew Dick is a superb attorney whose expertise covers everything from trademark filings and prosecution to complex disputes. He addresses matters promptly, effectively and with great diligence. Whether handling emergencies or routine issues, Matthew provides excellent and succinct legal advice, ensuring excellent outcomes every time.”

“Tamsin Holman is an outstanding litigator whose dedication to her clients is remarkable. She provides business-focused advice and remains composed under pressure, maintaining her calm even in the most tumultuous situations. Tamsin advocates for settlements when appropriate and pursues litigation when necessary, delivering an exceptional legal service at a fair price.”

“Anna Reid is a highly efficient and results-oriented professional who consistently delivers high-quality work. As an excellent litigator, she excels in finding business-friendly solutions, whether through settlement or litigation. Her legal advice is concise and easy to understand, and she responds promptly. If you have a trademark conflict in the United Kingdom, Anna is definitely the person you want on your side.”

“Richard Burton’s sophisticated and dignified approach, particularly in brand and domain name disputes, underscores his commitment to delivering balanced and cost-effective solutions. He cultivates close partnerships with his clients, maintaining continuous communication to address the unique demands of each case and provide tailored advice. Richard skilfully avoids protracted legal battles, consistently delivering optimal results. With global expertise and seamless integration across offices, Richard and his team ensure that the right person is always handling the client’s matters.”

“Gemma Kirkland specialises in managing UK and EU instructions for international trademark portfolios. She is exceptionally responsive, and offers clear, actionable and practice guidance across various areas, including clearance, prosecution, oppositions and litigation. Her advice is both strategic and goal-oriented, making her a great partner to have on side.”

“Jackie Johnson consistently demonstrates exceptional responsiveness to client needs and enquiries, and is appreciated for her keen attention to detail.”