The new practice is made up of legal experts with direct experience in game development
A game development-focused offering is loading at James & Wells with a team of IP law experts all possessing game development experience.
With the creation of the new team, James & Wells is among the few IP firms in the Australasian region to provide specialist gaming IP advice, the firm said.
“The IP demands of game developers are unique, and they require a team of experts that can both speak their language and expertly meet their needs. They face challenges in many areas of IP, ranging from patents to character protection”, explained associate Sam Parkinson, who is himself a seasoned game developer in addition to being an electronic engineer and patent attorney.
He pointed out that specific considerations in the game development field include “licencing the use of music, or developing on certain protected platforms”.
“We can advise game developers on all of these issues, and help them to monetise their inventions”, Parkinson said.
Parkinson is joined by a group of lawyers with expertise in game development, software development, copyright, licencing, merchandising, trade marks, and litigation.
“This is an exciting time for the firm as we step into the gaming sector. Our team is expertly placed to meet the demands of the industry, and their detailed understanding of the nuances of gaming intellectual property issues mean we will be able to provide exemplary service to clients”, partner Jonathan Lucas said.
