Commercial IP

Navigating the commercial landscape of intellectual property, technology and data is critical for protecting and maximizing the value of your innovations. Our commercial IP team advises on the ownership, exploitation and use of intellectual property rights, information technology, and related issues, including data protection and privacy, helping clients turn ideas into commercial success.

What our clients say

“Mark Lubbock is a high-level operator and tremendously impressive in negotiations.”

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— Chambers UK 2021

Services offered

Leveraging cross-disciplinary collaboration and integrated thinking, we provide comprehensive services spanning a wide range of fields:

Advising generally on IP rights in commerce

Due diligence of IP and commercial contracts for investment and M&A transactions

Negotiating, drafting and advising on IP and commercial contracts

Advising on IP strategy in a commercial context

Advising on personal and non-personal data ruse and regulation

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Our innovative combination of experienced specialists

Our experienced team includes patent attorneys, litigators, and commercial IP lawyers with expertise in intellectual property, data protection, information technology, healthcare, e-commerce, outsourcing and commercial contracts. Clients benefit from incisive strategic advice and practical support across all areas of their business, whether start-up, developing, or established, enabling efficient management of valuable intangible assets.

We work with clients in diverse sectors, including information technology, mechanical and chemical engineering, healthcare, biotech and life sciences, data and cyber security, media, sports and leisure.

Mark Lubbock

Partner, Solicitor

Stuart Malcolm

Partner, Solicitor

Discover our featured insights

Stay informed with the latest Consulting developments and the global IP landscape. Tune into our EIP Talks podcast, explore expert insights and browse our published articles and thought leadership, all designed to keep you ahead in the world of intellectual property.

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Strategic licensing: Turning IP into commercial value

December 9, 2025

In today’s competitive landscape, effective commercial licensing strategies are essential for unlocking the full value of intellectual property. This article explores four critical pillars: understanding intellectual property as a property right, the fundamentals of licensing intellectual property rights, structuring successful joint ventures and best practices for intellectual property rights management. Whether you’re navigating new markets or scaling established innovations, these tips provide a roadmap for protecting, leveraging and maximizing your IP assets.

Protecting Your Startup: Five Intellectual Property Mistakes to Avoid

May 20, 2026

Early‑stage startups often focus on product development and fundraising, but overlooking intellectual property (IP) can seriously damage long‑term value. This article explores five common IP mistakes startups make, with a particular focus on patents. It covers the risks of filing patents without professional advice, making public disclosures too early, failing to put enforceable contracts in place with third parties, misunderstanding what patent rights actually provide, and neglecting to develop a clear IP strategy. By highlighting these pitfalls and offering practical guidance, the article helps startups protect their innovations, strengthen their commercial position, and improve their prospects with investors.

Thinking about IP from day one: strategic considerations for deep tech startups

April 8, 2026

For deep tech startups, intellectual property decisions often come too late or cost too much too soon. This article explores why IP strategy should be considered from day one, even if formal protection comes later. It outlines how founders can decide what to patent, when trade secrets may be more appropriate, and how detectability, enforceability and cost should shape early choices. With a focus on practicality and commercial alignment, it also looks at how newer, AI‑assisted approaches can help startups take a more cost‑effective and flexible approach to building meaningful IP protection.

The IP Lifecycle: From Innovation to Monetisation

35 mins

28 August 2025

In this episode of EIP Talks, Mark Lubbock and Ellen Keenan O'Malley, solicitors at EIP, explore the full lifecycle of intellectual property, from the initial spark of innovation to the commercialisation of ideas. They share practical insights into how we support clients through the challenges of protecting, developing and monetising IP.The conversation covers how clients typically engage with us, the importance of identifying and securing various forms of IP, and the legal strategies needed to navigate collaborations, ownership, and licensing. It also highlights the significance of well-drafted contracts, website compliance and investor readiness. Whether you're launching a new product, entering a partnership, or preparing for investment, this episode offers valuable guidance on building a strong IP foundation and turning innovation into commercial success.

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We work closely with clients, from C-suite to IP teams, to unlock the full potential of their intellectual property. Our integrated team of litigators, patent attorneys and commercial IP experts helps drive business growth by protecting and strategically leveraging patents.

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