Chambers and Partners 2025

Our firm has maintained its UK-wide rankings, holding Band 2 positions for both patents and trade marks. Regionally, we continue to be ranked Band 3 for intellectual property in the Midlands.

Richard Roberts, partner and IP solicitor, retains his Band 3 ranking for intellectual property in the Midlands.

In addition, we’re pleased to share that Oliver Laing has been recognised as Up and Coming for intellectual property in the Midlands.

The Chambers UK Guide highlights:

"Potter Clarkson in Nottingham offers a team of solicitors providing a commercial and litigation arm to the renowned Potter Clarkson patent and trade mark attorney practice. The firm acts for a large international client following in the life sciences, engineering and hi-tech sectors."

"Potter Clarkson maintains a reputation for expertise in patents, trade marks and designs that extends far beyond the firm's Midlands base. The firm acts for global brands and companies large and small in chemicals, electronics, life sciences and mechanical engineering. Attorneys assist with EPO oppositions, high-value litigation, licensing deals and due diligence for corporate transactions. The firm also has offices in Sweden and Denmark."

"Richard Roberts is a partner at Potter Clarkson in Nottingham. He is an IP rights all-rounder with a focus on complex trade mark, copyright, design and patent disputes. He has significant litigation experience before the High Court."

"Oliver Laing leads the licensing and IP transaction teams, advising clients on a range of IP work, with a particular focus on patent-related matters."

Testimonials:

• "Potter Clarkson stand out in their ability to understand and apply the context of our business to simplify contractually complex intellectual property terms."
• "They are experts and can advise appropriately in a manner tailor-made to every situation. I can always work with a team of patent attorneys and litigators there with various ranges of expertise."
• "They were fantastic in their approach and successful in completing the tasks."
• "Potter Clarkson have in-depth knowledge and a willingness to help. Everyone in the team is aligned, has good knowledge and is approachable."
• "All matters at Potter Clarkson are handled in a timely and efficient manner."
• "Potter Clarkson is very professional and responsive, and provides excellent advice on complex patent matters."
• "The Potter Clarkson attorneys are experts and can advise appropriately in a tailor-made manner to every situation."
• "Oliver is an excellent solicitor and extremely knowledgeable."
• "Oliver is great at his role and understood our requirements in depth."
• "Oliver is a real help. He always explains things clearly and promptly."

To view the full Chambers review of Potter Clarkson, please click here.