Mark Owen

Mark is an IP lawyer in our Technology, Media & Communications sector advising on trade mark, copyright and other "soft" IP issues.

Mark is recognised as one of the UK's leading IP lawyers. He advises businesses - particularly from the media, entertainment and technology sectors - on IP strategy, exploitation, use and protection. He's an international adviser, and a member of the California Bar.

Mark specialises in issues involving copyright, digital media, trade marks, trade secrets, and designs. His advice covers trade mark and design protection and portfolio management. Mark has particular expertise in respect of digital media and the impact of IPRs on emerging business models.

CV

Since 2024 Consultant

2017 - 2024 Partner and Head of the UK Technology, Media & Communications Industry Group and IP & Media Practice, Taylor Wessing

2013 - 2024 Partner, Taylor Wessing

Karriere

Since 2024 Consultant

2017 - 2024 Partner and Head of the UK Technology, Media & Communications Industry Group and IP & Media Practice, Taylor Wessing

2013 - 2024 Partner, Taylor Wessing

Ausbildung

1989 Admitted as lawyer, England & Wales

1993 Admitted to the Bar,California

1985 LLB, King's College, London

Publikationen

Quashed – what’s next for private copying in the UK?
Regulating Native
EU copyright reform - a pirate takes the helm
Katy Perry's Left Shark spurs 3D printing copyright battle
The Innocent Smoothies case and equitable assignment of copyright

Mitgliedschaften

California Bar
Law Society's Intellectual Property Committee
INTA's Internet Committee
E-Commerce Law Reports, Editorial Board

Fremdsprachen

Awards

Legal 500 UK 2025

Featured

Chambers and Partners UK 2024

Managing Intellectual Property – IP Stars 2024

Legal 500 UK 2024

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Experience

Many innovative online business models

Many innovative online business models on IP and regulatory issues around digital business models, and protection against UK and EU copy sites.

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Content platforms

Content platforms on a joint venture for a music streaming service.

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Various rights owners

Various rights owners on policing infringing content and merchandise online.

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A broadcaster

A broadcaster on disputes over rights in well-known broadcast brands, and international protection.

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A restaurant chain

The owner of a number of well-known restaurant chains on all aspects of intellectual pretty protection, policing and licensing.

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A film studio

A film studio on intellectual property policing in respect of prop and costume design and associated merchandising activities.

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Marken & Werbung

A Tour de Farce?

10. Oktober 2024

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Vertriebskartellrecht

European Franchise Newsletter n37

21. Mai 2024

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Marken & Werbung

Digital business legislation webinar series

14. Februar 2024

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Mark Owen

Legal 500 UK 2025

Expertise

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