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The Intellectual Property Enterprise Court makes new law

The Intellectual Property Enterprise Court held today that creators of an interactive dining quiz show (the “Quiz Show”), based on the much-loved Only Fools and Horses TV programme, had infringed copyright. Additionally, the claimant’s claim for passing off also succeeded.

Recognition for 14 H&L lawyers in Best Lawyers

We are delighted that 14 of our lawyer from across the Firm have been named in the The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom list.

New Partners and Senior Associates

Harbottle & Lewis is delighted to announce the appointment of two new partners and the promotion of fie senior associates.

Harbottle & Lewis advises on sale of Futrli to Sage

Harbottle & Lewis has advised on the sale of Futrli, the UK’s premier cash flow forecasting software solution for small and medium-sized businesses and accountants, to Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology. The move deepens Sage’s…

Tech law trends: Streaming platforms

Streaming is now ubiquitous, be it in video, music or interactive entertainment. Having transformed the sector with direct subscription business models, content platforms now face fresh challenges in 2022. In this briefing, our tech lawyers consider the key issues faced…

Harbottle & Lewis advises David Beckham on partnership with Authentic Brands Group

Harbottle & Lewis has advised David Beckham on his strategic partnership with Authentic Brands Group (ABG), the owner of a portfolio of global media, entertainment and lifestyle brands, as part of which ABG will co-own and manage David Beckham’s global…