Four Intellectual Property Partners recommended in World Trademark Review 1000 2025
We are pleased to announce that Edwin Coe has secured a position in the prestigious World Trademark Review 1000 firm rankings (WTR 1000) for trade mark expertise. Simon Miles, Head of Intellectual Property, along with Intellectual Property (IP) Partners Claire Lehr and Nick Phillips, have maintained their individual rankings in the WTR 1000. This year, they are also joined by another IP Partner, Karen Lee. Special recognition is given to Claire for obtaining a Silver ranking.
Edwin Coe offers a complete IP solution, combining the complementary strengths of IP solicitors and trade mark attorneys with related specialists in commercial contracts, IT, and tax.
Edwin Coe’s Intellectual Property team is recommended in the WTR 1000 2025 for its ‘first-rate practitioners’ offering quality advice and global reach. Simon is praised for leading Edwin Coe’s trade mark practice to the ‘next level’. Claire is described as having an ‘unparalleled depth of substantive knowledge’ in trade marks. Nick is noted for his expertise in prosecution and enforcement, including multi-jurisdictional disputes. Finally, Karen is recognised for her strategic insights and deep expertise, as well as her understanding of her clients’ businesses.
Simon Miles commented: “We are pleased that Edwin Coe has been recognised in the WTR 1000 firm rankings and that I and Partners Claire, Nick, and Karen have been individually ranked. We extend our gratitude to our clients who recommended us to WTR.”
The WTR 1000 ranks trade mark professionals and firms in various jurisdictions worldwide. The WTR 1000 is a resource for identifying legal trade mark expertise. Following a written submission, WTR researchers conduct interviews with clients and trade mark professionals to determine the leading experts and firms in obtaining, protecting, managing, enforcing and monetising trade marks.
The 2025 edition of the WTR 1000 rankings can be viewed here, where you can also find Simon, Claire, Nick and Karen’s profiles.
About Edwin Coe
Discreet strength. Clear judgement. Enduring relationships.
Founded in 1913 and based in Lincoln's Inn, Edwin Coe is a leading independent London law firm built on clarity, collaboration and trust. We specialise in dispute resolution, private capital and cross-border matters.
What began as a boutique disputes practice over 100 years ago has evolved into a firm advising private clients, entrepreneurs, family offices, UK and international businesses across the areas of corporate, private client, real estate and litigation. Throughout that evolution, one thing has remained constant – our belief that the best advice combines legal insight with human understanding.
Collaborative in approach. Committed in purpose. Connected where it matters most.
