Client testimonials published in this edition of The Legal 500 include the following comments:

• Very astute patent attorneys who have a litigation-forward mindset, which is invaluable for cross-border, national and regional litigation.
• Without exception, everyone gets up to speed on the technology quickly and reaches a high level of expertise in the specific field, which is invaluable for prosecution, and even more so in oral proceedings for oppositions and appeals. Everyone has been flexible, conscientious, and extremely easy to work with.
• A tightly run and highly competent team that is on hand to provide concise commercial advice in a timely manner.
• The team are fully committed to working with the client in any way the client wishes. In respect to our relationship, it is more like a partnership with seamless integration between our in-house team and the D Young & Co team.
• The trade mark team at D Young & Co is brilliant. They are knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and responsive.
• A team of bright young lawyers with creative and effective ideas to solve any trade mark problem.

We would like to thank our clients and peers for their participation in the Legal 500’s research.

The Legal 500 UK editorial comments for each practice area ranking are shown below.

Legal 500 2024 PATMA Patent attorneys – tier 1

D Young & Co LLP has offices situated in London, Southampton, and Munich, enabling the firm to seamlessly support a range of international clients, including universities, blue-chip companies, SMEs, and start-ups. The team of patent attorneys is well versed in representing clients in prosecution and opposition proceedings before the EPO, and it boasts expertise across a range of sectors, such as electronics, IT, engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceuticals. FTOs and due diligence mandates continue to be a growing trend. Engineering, aerospace, and medical devices specialist Anthony Albutt leads the firm's mechanical practice, while Simon O’Brien is noted for his activity with venture capital companies and start-ups. Charles Harding in Southampton is a notable name in the life sciences arena, especially regarding biotechnology, molecular biology, and immunology. Rachel Bateman is another key name in the team, and she is skilled in contentious mandates.

LEGAL 500 2025 PATMA Trade mark attorneys – tier 1

D Young & Co LLP has offices in London, Southampton, and Munich and endeavours to provide clients with a seamless pan-European trade mark offering, including support with filing and enforcement mandates, and frequently appearing before the UKIPO and EUIPO. Trade mark litigation expert Tamsin Holman sits at the helm of the department with expertise in international disputes, and solicitor Anna Reid is a key member of her team. Richard Burton boasts expertise in handling large trade mark portfolios, while the ‘excellent’ Gemma Kirkland is skilled in advising on trade mark filing strategies and cancellation actions.

LEGAL 500 UK 2025: Intellectual property: trade marks, copyright and design – tier 4

A ‘highly professional and specialised IP firm’, D Young & Co LLP pairs its experience before the EUIPO, UKIPO, and German courts with its capabilities in the design area and portfolio management. Heading up the group is Tamsin Holman, who is noted for her expertise on the contentious side and often incorporates cross-border work into her arsenal of mandates. Matthew Dick hones in on the field of trade marks, while Anna Reid is well-versed in representing clients in the IPEC in relation to a diverse host of issues. Gemma Kirkland is noted for her strengths in global portfolio management and matters in the UKIPO.