Browne Jacobson

We’re pleased to share the latest video from our #PositivePurpose campaign, which highlights the remarkable work of our clients in addressing society’s biggest issues. This video features The B2W Group, a business dedicated to equipping individuals with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to progress or restart their careers. By addressing skills gaps and connecting untapped talent with employers, the Group are creating lasting benefits for individuals and communities across the country. As joint leaders in the Social Mobility Index 2024, we’re proud to have clients like Back 2 Work Group whose work helps remove barriers to employment and creates real opportunities for people to build sustainable careers. To learn more about our work with Back 2 Work Group and #PositivePurpose, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/40RaCa6 #SocialMobility #Employment #Training #Inclusion

Our award-winning intellectual property (IP) team has published their latest insights roundup, including key predictions for what's in store for IP in 2025. From the evolving landscape of unregistered design rights post-Brexit to the IPEC's significant ruling on copyright protection for works of artistic craftsmanship, our lawyers break down the crucial developments shaping IP law. The roundup also covers major legislative changes, including the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 and its implications for retailers, plus an analysis of the EU's new Cyber Resilience Act and its impact on digital product security, and more. Explore the latest insights here: https://bit.ly/414PgX3 #TradeMarks #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw

We are pleased to announce that our corporate team has advised Rcapital on the sale of Trac Holding Limited to PTC Industries Limited, a global leader in high-precision metal components. This cross-border transaction strengthens Trac’s position in the Aerospace, Defence, and Power Generation sectors, unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation. Led by Partner James Skivington, with support from Partners Gavin Cummings and Matthew Woodford, and Senior Associate Robert Northall, our team provided strategic legal expertise to ensure the seamless execution of this significant deal. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/grNGeQYa #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateLaw

Browne Jacobson's IP team has again received outstanding recognition for our trade mark practice at the World Trademark Review 1000 rankings. We’ve been recognised in three categories: 1. Recommended – Firms: transactions 2. Silver – Firms: enforcement and litigation 3. Bronze – Firms: prosecution and strategy We've got a large and talented team of dedicated trade mark advisers, and World Trademark Review recognised: * Declan Cushley, who leads our practice and was specifically commended for his deep trademark law expertise * Bonita Trimmer, recognised for her outstanding handling of contentious proceedings across the UKIPO, High Court and Court of Appeal * Faye McConnell and Giles Parsons, praised for their exceptional legal expertise and ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical, business-focused solutions * Mark Daniels and Nick Smee, who continue to lead significant international IP enforcement programmes for our clients. We're grateful to our clients who trust us with their intellectual property strategies and proud of our team's dedication to protecting, enhancing and enforcing their valuable IP assets. #LegalExcellence #IntellectualProperty #Law #Trademarks

In a world where 89% of consumers rely on online reviews to make purchasing decisions, the integrity of these reviews has never been more crucial. Put under the spotlight by a Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, the end of January delivered a step forward in delivering greater protection for consumers with Google – one of the most used review platforms in the world – agreeing to implement significant measures to tackle fake reviews and increase consumer trust and fairness. Our Partner, Cat Driscoll (nee Harrison), investigates this case, with a focus on enhanced consumer protections, to highlight what it means for businesses. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4jHGIN0 #FakeReviews #ConsumerProtection

We're thrilled to announce that our award-winning corporate team has successfully advised Phenna Group on its acquisition of environmental consultancy STM Environmental. Phenna Group is a leading global provider of testing, inspection, certification and compliance (TICC) services and invests in and partners with selected niche, independent TICC companies that serve a variety of sectors, ensuring customers' peace of mind by delivering first class testing and assurance services. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4aMTaHl #CorporateLaw #MergersAndAcquisitions

How can green tech start-ups navigate the fundraising 'Valley of Death'? This is the challenging period between a GreenTech startup's initial funding and their ability to secure private capital, during which they must achieve significant milestones before the cash runway ends. In this article for BusinessGreen, our Partner Zoe Stollard (nee Raxter), and Senior Associate Harry Pearson, explore how early stage GreenTech firms are working out how to overcome this 'Valley of Death'. Read more here: https://bit.ly/40CDSQL #Corporate #GreenTech #VentureCapital

The EU AI Act for businesses has now come into force. What does this mean for businesses using AI? Our Partner, Jeanne Kelly, shares her insights below: "The European Union (EU) AI Act sets out a regulatory framework for the use of AI across the EU and impacting entities outside the EU that affect EU citizens. The new legislation includes critical transition periods, including AI literacy requirements and prohibitions on certain AI systems. AI regulatory demands facing businesses via the EU AI Act are also contained in the European Data Protection Board’s (separate) guidelines for the integration and deployment of AI technologies under data protection laws. There is a critical need for strong data protection mechanisms, especially as businesses transition from experimenting with AI to deploying these systems across their entire operations. With AI agents becoming more common and generating vast amounts of data, the development of AI-driven data protection strategies that can properly manage and safeguard this information will be key area for innovation throughout 2025.” Jeanne Kelly, Founding Partner, Dublin. #AI #EUAIAct #Europe

We're pleased to announce that we advised Mercia Ventures on its funding of digital HR platform TalentMapper. Mercia Ventures is a leading venture capital investor making equity investments of up to £10 million across all sectors, with specialisms in Software, Consumer, Healthcare and Deep Tech. The funding from Mercia Ventures will enable TalentMapper to expand its current team to manage growing client demand, add new features to enhance the platform and scale for growth by targeting other sectors including financial and professional services. Our team comprised of Partner Jon Snade, Senior Associate Harry Pearson, and Associate Shania Sood. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4jzbyr1 #CorporateLaw #VentureCapital

We're excited to highlight a collection of our Private Equity (PE) sponsor transactions from 2024. This year marked a strong period for our PE practice across the UK and Ireland, mirroring the success experienced by our private equity clients. Looking ahead to 2025, we anticipate maintaining a favourable climate for new investments, managing portfolio activities, and facilitating exits that deliver returns to investors, despite the challenges posed by global political, economic, and technological upheavals. #PrivateEquity