Waterfront Law Recognised in Chambers UK 2026 for Intellectual Property Excellence

Waterfront Law is proud to be recognised in the Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2026, having been ranked Band 5 in the Intellectual Property category UK-wide. This acknowledgment reflects the firm’s continued dedication to providing specialist IP litigation and strategic advice.

Chambers describes Waterfront as a team of litigators with a strong focus on High Court and IPEC proceedings. The firm is noted for its expertise in handling disputes across trade marks, copyright, databases, and patents, as well as advising companies on commercial IP strategy. Clients commend Waterfront for its deep specialist knowledge, responsiveness, and commercial awareness, with one testimonial highlighting the team’s ability to “see the bigger perspective” and maintain excellent communication throughout.

In addition to the firm’s ranking, Waterfront’s joint heads of Intellectual Property, Matthew Harris and Piers Strickland, have been individually recognised for their outstanding contributions to the field. Matthew Harris is ranked in Band 3 and is known for his extensive experience in trade mark litigation, regularly advising on infringement, passing-off, copyright, and patent disputes across a broad range of industries. Piers Strickland, ranked in Band 4, is a seasoned litigator and solicitor advocate, frequently representing media, entertainment, and technology companies in complex disputes involving all core rights, both in the UK and across Europe.

These rankings are a testament to the strength and depth of Waterfront’s IP practice and the trust placed in the firm by its clients. Waterfront remains committed to delivering clear, strategic, and commercially focused advice to help businesses protect and maximise the value of their intellectual property.

You can view Waterfront’s listing, here.