Marks & Clerk (M&C) is a full-service specialist intellectual property (IP) firm, providing comprehensive support across the entire spectrum of intellectual property rights (IPR). With over 300 practitioners worldwide, we combine global expertise with deep local knowledge to deliver tailored solutions for businesses like yours. What sets us apart is our ability to be both globally connected and locally embedded. In those countries where we do not have a presence, such as in the US, we also have strong relationships with leading patent attorney firms, enabling us to support the expansion of your portfolio wherever you wish to operate. Our UK firm consists of two separate legal entities, the Patent and Trade Mark Attorney firm (Marks & Clerk LLP) and our Solicitors firm (Marks & Clerk Law LLP), who work in conjunction with one another. Our patent and trade mark attorneys are highly regarded locally and globally and are experienced in working in teams to service clients’ needs.
Marks & Clerk
About Marks & Clerk
Where to meet us
TechX Connect x Startup Grind | Scaling Energy Ventures by Net Zero Technology Centre – 9 April 2026; Scotland Biobased Construction Materials Landscape by IBioIC – 16 April 2026; Northern Star Business Awards 2026 by Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce – 17 April 2026; ONE BioHub Business foundations for start-ups IP session – 21 April 2026; Edinburgh Professionals Quarterly Networking by Barclays Eagle Labs – 23 April 2026; Quantum Fringe – June 2026; Unlocking EUROPE: Export Opportunities for North East Scotland Supply Chains by Energy Transition Zone LTD – 5 May 2026; Scottish Engineering Awards 2026 – 5 May 2026; Congress of Business 2026 by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce – 12 May 2026; All-Energy Exhibition & Conference – 13 May 2026; SUPA Annual Gathering – 20 May 2026; ABHI Scotland Q2 Meeting – 26 May 2026; BBIA Innovation Under Lock and Key: Mastering Patents and Trade Secrets – 1 June 2026; SCRAN Awards 2026 – 1 June 2026 ; Greentech Meetup by Barclays Eagle Labs – June 2026; Glasgow Tech Week – 7 September; Scottish Distillery Conference and Dinner – 7 October; Hydrogen Technology Expo Europe 2026 – 20 October; Scotland Life Science Awards
Open for R&D and collaborations
Marks & Clerk is actively interested in collaborative and partnership activities within the innovation ecosystem. We work closely with universities, research organisations, start‑ups, and spin‑out companies, particularly in supporting the identification, protection, and commercialisation of intellectual property. Our areas of collaboration include: 1) Supporting academic research, start‑ups, and spin‑outs to secure patents, trade marks, and broader IP protection 2) Contributing to commercial partnerships where IP strategy underpins technology development and market entry 3) Delivering IP training programmes, technology harvesting workshops, and education sessions tailored to researchers, founders, and innovation teams 4) Providing expert speakers to explain the importance of intellectual property, patenting strategies, and trade mark protection for products and technologies at different stages of development. These activities are aimed at strengthening innovation outcomes and helping organisations maximise the value of their research and technology through effective IP strategy.
Contact Details
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Glasgow: The Beacon, 176 St Vincent St, Glasgow G2 5SG
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Glasgow: The Beacon, 176 St Vincent St, Glasgow G2 5SG
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