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Powell Gilbert—four appointments

28 April 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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IP firm promotes of counsel and appoints three associates

IP law firm Powell Gilbert has announced the promotion of Claire Robinson from senior associate to of counsel, as well as the appointment of three new associates, reflecting the firm’s commitment to growing and developing its market-leading team. 

Claire Robinson (pictured) joined Powell Gilbert in 2007 and specialises in advising clients before the UK Patents Court and Court of Appeal and in the coordination of multi-jurisdictional actions. Drawing on her background in the physical sciences, she advises on complex technologies in the fields of robotics, semiconductors, electronics, computer software and telecommunications, including cases involving international technology standards.
 
Additionally, the firm confirmed the appointment of three associates: Sam Andrews, Charlotte Malley and Ellis King
 
  • Sam holds a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Leeds.  He joined the firm as a Paralegal in 2020 and qualified as a solicitor in 2025.
  • Charlotte holds a BA in Natural Sciences and an MSci in Chemistry from the University of Cambridge. She joins the firm from Carpmaels & Ransford.
  • Ellis holds an MSci in Physics from Imperial College London. She joins the firm from Dehns.
Dr Penny Gilbert, partner at Powell Gilbert LLP, commented: 'We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of Claire and Sam and to welcome Charlotte and Ellis.  These appointments demonstrate our commitment to growing and developing our market-leading team to continue providing best-in-class IP litigation for clients in the UK and in the UPC.'

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