Taylor Wessing has announced the appointment of Henry Priestley as a partner in its London intellectual property practice, reinforcing its strategy to build a leading global IP offering.
Priestley joins with more than 15 years of experience in litigation and dispute management, advising brand owners, retailers and major commercial clients on both contentious and non-contentious IP matters. His expertise spans soft IP, including copyright and trademarks, as well as strategic and transactional advisory work such as acquisitions and the establishment of new commercial ventures.
The firm said the hire represents a further step in its ambition to create an “unrivalled IP powerhouse,” strengthening capabilities across IP disputes, brands and retail while deepening relationships with key clients. The move follows the recent addition of IP partner Jeremy Drew as part of the same growth strategy.
Taylor Wessing highlighted Priestley’s track record as both an experienced disputes lawyer and a trusted business advisor, emphasizing his role in supporting complex commercial matters and long-term client strategy.
KEY QUOTES:
“We are delighted to welcome Henry to the firm. Henry brings strong expertise in IP disputes, copyright and trademarks, and a depth of experience advising major brands and retailers that is truly impressive. His arrival alongside Jeremy Drew reflects our commitment to building a best-in-class IP team and maximising our capabilities.”
Shane Gleghorn, UK Managing Partner, Taylor Wessing
“I am thrilled to welcome Henry to the team. Henry’s soft IP specialism, his record across both contentious and non-contentious work, and his trusted advisor role across some genuinely complex and significant commercial matters will be hugely valuable additions to our practice. We are excited to see what we can achieve together.”
Graham Hann, Head of IP, Regulatory and Digital Practice, Taylor Wessing
“I am delighted to be joining Taylor Wessing alongside Jeremy Drew. The firm’s market-leading IP practice, its strength across brands, retail, technology and corporate, and its international platform provide an outstanding foundation for the work we want to do for our clients. I look forward to working with my new colleagues and contributing to Taylor Wessing’s ambitious growth plans.”
Henry Priestley, Partner, Taylor Wessing
