Naazneen Schmittzehe

Associate

Naazneen has a strong IP background and is qualified as a Solicitor in both the UK and Hong Kong. She has worked for leading IP law firms namely, Rouse International and Simmons & Simmons. More recently, Naazneen has worked in house for Reckitt Benckiser PLC.

She has over ten years post qualification experience in non-contentious and contentious IP and has managed and advised major corporations such as Apple and Coke on their trade mark portfolios to enhance and protect well know brands. Naazneen was responsible for and involved in high profile international anti-counterfeiting programs for major brand owners in China and Hong Kong.

In 2004 she was a nominee for the 2004 World Leader in Intellectual Property Enforcement by Trade Mark World.

She has a good understanding of far-eastern markets and extensive practical experience of international intellectual property.

Specialist Practice Areas:

  • IP infringement and anti-piracy
  • Brand Licensing and merchandising
  • Trademarks