Alan Fiddes
Director, Marchi e Design
Alan Fiddes is an expert in all aspects of trade mark law; in particular the management and exploitation of trade mark portfolios. He also has extensive litigation experience and was one of the first trade mark attorneys to qualify for litigation rights. Alan also has substantial experience in dealing with the intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions.
Alan entered the profession in 1987. He joined Murgitroyd as part of the addition of UDL by Murgitroyd in October 2021. Alan worked for three of the largest law firms in the UK and was the head of the trade marks department of a major international law firm. Alan is based in our Leeds Office.
- Service & Sector Expertise
- Qualifications & Memberships
- Awards & Accreditations
- Jurisdictions
Sector Expertise
- Brands
- Creative agencies
- Moda
- Luxury apparel
- Food and drink
- Media
- Music
- Publishing
- Retail and homeware
(Alan) Fiddes is one of the most prolific attorneys when it comes to in-person litigation appearances
WTR 1000 - 2025
Alan Fiddes partners closely with his patrons at a strategic and commercial level.
WTR 1000 - 2025
Fiddes is well acquainted with the needs of his clients, crafting bespoke solutions that not only tackle contentious issues head on but also seamlessly address non-contentious matters.
WTR 1000 2025 Research Insight
Key contributor to our Trade Mark Team recognised by Managing IP, IP Stars
Managing IP, IP Stars, Trade Mark Prosecution Firm Ranking - 2024
Alan Fiddes partners closely with his patrons at a strategic and commercial level
WTR 1000 - 2024 Research Insight
Working flawlessly across the contentious/non-contentious divide, Alan Fiddes knows how to carefully balance risk to ensure the success of his patrons.
WTR 1000 - 2024
