Overview
James is a recognised expert in three areas: intellectual property, commercial dispute resolution and legal issues concerning advertising / marketing.
He protects, enforces and defends IP rights of all kinds. He represents his clients in IP cases before the Federal Court and IP Australia. He also manages some of Australia's most significant trade mark portfolios, protecting his clients' brands both in Australia and overseas.
Outside of the IP sphere, he represents his clients in disputes about contracts, technology projects, cyberattacks, franchising, consumer law, advertising / marketing, restraints of trade, reputation management, fiduciary duties and misuse of confidential information (particularly in an employment context). He has significant experience in cases before the State and Federal courts, and in private arbitrations.
He advises his clients about their advertising and marketing activities. This includes advice on the legality of advertising and marketing campaigns, avoiding liability under consumer protection laws (including regulatory investigations or court action) and responding to complaints made under codes administered by the Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA).