James Manship
Trade Mark Attorney
Having graduated from Cardiff University in 2019, James began his career as a Trade Mark Paralegal at a boutique trade mark practice. He progressed to become a Trainee Trade Mark Attorney before qualifying as a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney in 2023.
James advises on a broad range of trade mark matters, including clearance searches, UK and international filing strategies, and opposition and cancellation proceedings before the UKIPO Tribunal. He also has experience representing clients in passing off disputes and proceedings before the Company Names Tribunal, as well as handling social media takedowns.
His clients range from SMEs to multinational companies and market leaders across a diverse variety of sectors, including food and drink, software, entertainment and media, retail and wholesale, and fashion.
Alongside his day-to-day practice, James has spoken at business networking events on the importance of effective trade mark protection. He enjoys sharing his expertise with businesses and helping to raise awareness of the commercial value of protecting and strengthening brands.
James joined Murgitroyd in October 2026 as a Trade Mark Attorney and is based in the firm's Cardiff office.
- Qualifications & Memberships
- Jurisdictions
Qualifications
- Law LLB (Hons), Cardiff University
- Postgraduate Certificate Intellectual Property, Bournemouth University
- Professional Certificate in Trade Mark Practice, Nottingham Trent University
- Chartered Trade Mark Attorney
Memberships
- Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA)
- IPREG
