Copyright
Copyright is an important intellectual property (IP) right and protects a range of applications. It is crucial to understand what it covers.
Get in touchCopyright services
Our team has a broad understanding of copyright and its application in the modern digital environment and traditional sectors such as literature, film, television, and product design.
We act for clients in various industries, from fashion to engineering, in pursuing or defending copyright infringement claims.
Key contacts for this service
Bespoke advice
Our specialists provide guidance on how to best navigate the copyright landscape locally and internationally.
Identifying, securing and transferring ownership
Our experts can assist with identifying, securing or transferring ownership of a copyright across multiple jurisdictions.
Licensing and royalty arrangements
We have expertise in all types of IP licensing, and can negotiate a licence or royalty that protects IP.
Customs notices
To protect copyright from being unlawfully copied and imported/exported, we can arrange customs notices to detain and remove any goods in question.
Copyright registration in China and the US
The Chinese and United States markets can be a large opportunity for business growth and our experts can advise on registering a copyright in these markets.
Infringement and enforcement
Our skilled litigation and dispute resolution team can help clients who find themselves involved in an IP dispute or want to enforce their IP rights.
Our regional expertise
Our specialist team provide copyright services throughout the region.
- Copyright in New Zealand
- Copyright in Australia
Meet our experts
Principal \ Wellington
Thomas Huthwaite
Patent Executive \ Auckland
Ethan Harrold
Principal \ Auckland
Anton Blijlevens
Senior Associate \ Wellington
Blake Carey
Principal \ Wellington
Kieran O'Connell
Special Counsel \ Auckland
Dr Victoria Argyle
Principal \ Wellington
Jonathan Aumonier-Ward
Principal \ Auckland
Anton Blijlevens
Principal \ Auckland
Wes Jones
Principal \ Auckland
Dr David Simunic
Director \ Auckland
Kim McLeod
Consultant \ Auckland
Chris Way
Principal \ Auckland
Duncan Schaut
Patent Engineer \ Auckland
Ollie Gilbertson
Solicitor \ Wellington
Eloise Calder
Principal \ Wellington
Michael Brown
Solicitor \ Auckland
Mikhail Minin
Consultant \ Auckland
Ken Moon
Special Counsel \ Auckland
Geoff Chisholm
Senior Associate \ Wellington
Fionna Cumming
Principal \ Auckland
Natalie Harre
Why AJ Park?
We have a specialist team of copyright experts who provide regional advice.
A regional leader
We are one of the largest IP firms in the region with an excellent track record, expertise and services to cover all stages of the IP lifecycle.
We're in the detail
We take the time to understand our clients' IP needs and then pair them with our deep understanding of the legal context.
Designed to be responsive
The systems and way we work at AJ Park are designed to enable us to be highly responsive to our clients’ needs.
Not sure where to start?
Visit our insights, guides and resources to find out more about copyright and how they play an important role in protecting IP.
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