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Mark is experienced in global trade mark filing programmes, clearance searches and contentious matters. He routinely advises on and manages trade mark opposition and cancellation proceedings.

Mark assists clients in many sectors, including consumer electronics, food and drink, pharmaceuticals and financial services.

As well as working with multinational companies, he has particular expertise in advising start-ups and SMEs how best to protect their intellectual property.

Mark is a member of CITMA (the Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys) and sits on its Online Events and Lectures Working Group.

Mark was listed as a “Recommended Lawyer” in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500.

Education & background

Mark graduated with an honours degree in Law from the University of Strathclyde in 2010. He then went on to obtain a Diploma in Legal Practice in 2011.

He joined Withers & Rogers in 2011 and qualified as a trade mark attorney in 2014.

On a personal note...

Mark is a keen road cyclist and footballer. He enjoys music and has been trying to master the guitar for around 20 years. He is also a member of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.