Harper James has appointed Gosia Evans, a distinguished intellectual property lawyer, as Senior Contentious Intellectual Property Solicitor. With over 14 years of experience, she brings expertise in various IP rights to the Cardiff office.
- Evans previously led the contentious intellectual property department at Geldards LLP and advised a wide array of clients.
- Her addition is part of Harper James’ rapid IP team expansion, more than doubling in size recently.
- The firm aims to double its revenue in three years, with Evans’ role central to this ambition.
- This appointment underscores Harper James’ commitment to strengthening its presence in South Wales.
Harper James, a robust business law firm known for its entrepreneurial focus, has integrated a new key member into its intellectual property team. Gosia Evans, a lawyer with substantial expertise in intellectual property law and commercial dispute resolution, joins as a Senior Contentious Intellectual Property Solicitor. She will be based in the firm’s Cardiff office, a strategic move to bolster their services in Wales.
Evans’ extensive background features over 14 years of navigating the complex terrains of intellectual property rights. Her proficiency spans trademarks, copyright, design rights, patents, database rights, trade secrets, and domain names. Prior to this, she honed her skills at Geldards LLP, managing contentious intellectual property matters and serving diverse clientele across private, public, and charitable sectors.
This appointment is part of Harper James’ aggressive expansion strategy. Within the past year, the firm has significantly bolstered its intellectual property team, more than doubling it in size with critical hires such as Ben Evans, Jill Bainbridge, Corinne Day, Nichola O’Driscoll, and Elizabeth Hickman. Such growth aligns with the firm’s objective to double its revenue over the coming three years.
Moreover, Harper James’ strategic decision to enhance its IP team is complemented by the opening of their Cardiff office, marking a greater push to deliver accessible and competitively priced legal advice. This expansion is not just about numbers; it reflects a commitment to quality and adaptability, as the firm leverages both remote operations and local expertise across its legal disciplines.
Evans expressed enthusiasm about joining at a pivotal moment of growth, highlighting the firm’s dedication to delivering tailored, high-quality legal services. Her statement resonates with the firm’s philosophy: “Providing strategic intellectual property advice is crucial for businesses of all sizes, and I’m excited to help companies in Wales leverage our full-service IP offering with flexible pricing.” Jill Bainbridge, a partner, echoed these sentiments, reinforcing the value Evans brings to evolving the firm’s service offerings.
Gosia Evans’ appointment strengthens Harper James’ strategic growth in intellectual property services, enhancing its competitive edge in South Wales.
