Katten Muchin Rosenman UK LLP has bolstered its London office with the appointment of Nathan Smith as a partner, further enhancing the firm’s intellectual property (IP) capabilities. Smith’s arrival signals Katten’s commitment to addressing the increasing demands of its growing global client base.
Deepro R. Mukerjee, chair of Katten’s global IP department, hailed Smith’s appointment as a significant asset to the team. “Nathan’s expertise in trademark prosecution, protection, and high-stakes business transactions strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional cross-border IP support,” Mukerjee said.
Smith’s legal practice encompasses all areas of IP law, including non-contentious, contentious, and transactional matters. With a broad portfolio spanning industries such as financial services, technology, life sciences, and fashion, Smith advises clients on global trademark clearance, copyright, and design rights issues.
His expertise extends to the acquisition, sale, and licensing of IP and technology assets. Smith is also highly experienced in drafting and negotiating international agreements, including licensing deals, joint ventures, and strategic collaborations. In the life sciences sector, he has guided clients through complex licensing transactions and partnerships.
In contentious matters, Smith has represented clients in major cases before the UK Supreme Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union. He has also succeeded in IP disputes at the UK Intellectual Property Office and the European Union Intellectual Property Office, as well as domain name arbitrations.
Christopher Hitchins, managing partner of Katten’s London office, expressed enthusiasm about Smith joining the team. “Nathan’s depth of experience and industry knowledge make him an invaluable resource for our clients in the UK and globally,” Hitchins said.
Before joining Katten, Smith practised as an intellectual property attorney at Dechert LLP. His work has earned industry accolades, including recognition in Managing Intellectual Property’s IP Stars rankings and the World Trademark Review’s WTR 1000 directory.
Smith’s addition reflects Katten’s strategic focus on delivering robust legal solutions across key global markets. Karen Artz Ash and Floyd Mandell, co-chairs of Katten’s Trademark, Copyright, and Privacy practice group, highlighted his impact on the firm’s transatlantic offerings. “Nathan’s skillset and his ability to handle UK and EU trademark matters align with our commitment to helping clients succeed internationally,” they said.
Katten Muchin Rosenman UK LLP, based in London, is the UK affiliate of Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, a global law firm with offices in the United States and Asia. The firm’s London team specialises in areas including corporate and commercial law, finance, real estate, and intellectual property.
Katten’s international presence includes offices in financial hubs such as New York, Chicago, and Shanghai, enabling the firm to provide seamless legal advice for clients conducting transatlantic business.
