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Matthew Dick

Partner, Solicitor London & Munich
Profile of Matthew Dick

I specialise in brand-related law and litigation, with a particular focus on trade marks and designs, and am privileged to work with and protect some of the world’s most famous brands. I relish working alongside colleagues and clients who are at the top of their game in terms of technical excellence and commercial awareness.

I became a partner at D Young & Co in 2013. Over the years, I’ve represented both small and multi-national clients from a variety of industries, providing a full-service offering: from the development and clearance of new brands, to registration strategy, oppositions, use and exploitation in the marketplace and ultimately enforcement, all on a worldwide basis. I also have a wealth of expertise in trade mark portfolio management.

I’ve advised clients on ASA complaints, UDRP proceedings relating to domain names and disputes before the EUIPO, the Court of Justice of the European Union, the UKIPO and the English High Court. I also provide guidance on design and copyright issues.

I’m a member of the Unfair Competition Team for MARQUES – the European association representing the interests of trade mark owners.

Awards

  • WIPR Leader 2024.
  • Featured in Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom™ 2025.
  • IPSTAR 2024.
  • WTR global leader 2024.
  • Ranked as a "gold" expert for trade mark prosecution and strategy in the World Trademark Review 1000 (WTR 1000) 2023.

Qualifications

  • BA in Literae Humaniores (Classics), Worcester College, University of Oxford 1999.
  • Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales 2004.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law & Practice, University of Bristol 2004.
  • Admitted as a solicitor, Ireland 2016.

Memberships

  • Law Society of England & Wales.
  • Law Society of Ireland.
  • International Trade Mark Association (INTA).
  • MARQUES Association.
  • Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA).
His advice is always concise and his costs for clearance searches are very reasonable, which is great when you have tens of new trademarks to clear in one search.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matt is entirely dependable and acts like an extension of your business team. His advice is prompt, practical and cost-effective and takes into account not just the law but commercial practicalities too. Smart, friendly and witty, he’s a pleasure to work with on a personal level.
World Trademark Review 1000
In every instance, Matthew provides efficient and practical legal recommendations aligned with clients’ overall enforcement philosophy and objectives.
World Trademark Review 1000
Every bit as good at contentious advice as at non-contentious advice, Matthew Dick is the number one go-to for trade mark work in the UK.
World Trademark Review 1000
Peers notice Matthew Dick’s “strong relationships” with clients, “how much they value the work and advice, and he’s had some of those clients for a very long time”.
WIPR 2024
Matthew Dick and his team are smart, savvy, knowledgeable, and responsive. They offer practical advice on both prosecution and litigation matters, and cover all aspects of trade marks, as well as passing off.
Legal 500
Trade Mark Expert 2018.
Expert Guides
Matthew is very customer focused and meets deadlines without exception, even when they’re incredibly tight.
World Trademark Review 1000
High-flyers in the profession call him “an incredibly bright guy with the law at his fingertips”, “a problem solver who never gets bogged down in legal minutiae” and importantly, “a really nice, personable guy”.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew Dick bolsters the practice with demonstrable experience in brand-related law and litigation, namely concerning trade marks.
Legal 500
Matthew goes above and beyond and is always prepared to assist on urgent matters that require immediate action. He diligently provides valuable, clear and succinct strategic advice that makes clients’ day-to-day lives much easier.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew Dick is personable, knowledgeable, professional, with sharp analytical skills, business oriented and pragmatic.
Legal 500
Recommended by Legal 500 2020
Legal 500
Recommended by WIPR UK.
WIPR 2024
Matthew Dick is a smart, knowledgeable and friendly practitioner who has a fantastic sense of humour, which is a wonderful addition to his consummate professionalism.
World Trademark Review 1000
When you’re busy running your business, he adopts the right tone to remind you of the steps that you should be taking to strengthen your rights.
World Trademark Review 1000
Maintains a good balance between professional and personal touch.
Legal 500
Managing IP IPSTAR 2020
IP Stars (Managing IP)
Matt Dick is extremely savvy, with a great combination of legal knowledge and experience with a practical understanding of what is needed to achieve the client’s goal in any given case. He is responsive, friendly, and very good at client management; we very much enjoy working with him.
Legal 500
Matthew is a true team player that goes the extra mile. His quick and creative solutions combined with his enthusiasm makes it a pleasure to work with him.
IP Stars (Managing IP)
Handles brand-related contentious matters of every flavour.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew Dick bridges the litigation and prosecution offerings. “Diligent, knowledgeable and responsive,” he acts for a list of top players.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew builds longstanding relationships with his clientele, which is highly valued alongside his diligence in providing a personalised service.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew appreciates the crucial importance of your marks and provides cost-effective advice that is to the point and easily digestible.
World Trademark Review 1000
Matthew Dick is my number one go-to trade mark lawyer in the UK.
Legal 500
Matthew’s knowledge and professionalism know no bounds. His advice is clear, detailed and transparent. His insight is unparalleled.
World Trademark Review 1000
Dick focuses on brand-related law, specialising in trademarks and is the client partner for top clients.
WIPR 2024
Matthew Dick safeguards many household names and is perspicacious when it comes to protection and enforcement strategy.
World Trademark Review 1000
Very knowledgeable on every aspect of trade mark law.
Legal 500
The individuals we work with are highly knowledgeable, very responsive and very professional and thus are a pleasure to turn to each time around. I specifically note Matt Dick, Flora Cook and Anna Reid from the London office.
Legal 500