Creating
real IP value

Successful partnerships based on trust, transparency and great commercial advice.

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A refreshing approach to pricing

Every client matters to us and our priority is always best possible outcome, not biggest fee. To put it simply, we are not ruled by the clock because we don’t need to be. Our rates are always competitive and our clients always enjoy excellent value for money.

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Decades of experience in
every conversation

Unlike many traditional larger law firms we don’t have layers of expensive management. We have decades of experience, advising businesses of all sizes, from established global corporates to new SMEs, about their IP issues and how best to manage them.

Expert advice is given directly from our senior team who take pride in knowing the details of every case. We are purposefully set up to be your week-by-week strategic IP partner as well as your legal IP team to get tough when needed.

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Secure your brand and IP online 24/7

Stay ahead of online threats and infringements to your brand with Sonder & Clay and IP Cheetah. Our AI powered software and bespoke online brand protection legal expertise proactively monitors, detects and initiates take down procedures giving you peace of mind 24/7.

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“Vink Holdings is now comfortable that its IP strategy is in good shape as it continues its organic growth and acquisition strategy with the resultant IP development across multiple geographies.”

Client case study:
Vink Holdings

Vink Holdings is made up of over 100 businesses in 19 countries making them the largest the largest distributor of plastic in Europe. Their huge IP portfolio was being managed by individual businesses making it difficult to obtain a clear view and ensure adequate protection. Our challenge was to streamline this huge conglomerate’s IP processes and deliver maximum protection and value for their current and future IP assets.

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Our Services

IP Protection

We cover all areas of trade mark, design, copyright, and patent law worldwide.

IP Strategy

Let us devise an innovative strategy to maximise your IP portfolio value.

IP Exploitation

Let us assist you in generating a commercial return from your IP.

IP Disputes

We resolve IP disputes and find the best possible outcome in every case.

What our clients say

GLOBAL ELECTRONICS BRAND

“Sonder IP look after our UK, European and International IP and Trade marks from an internal perspective, ensuring we are not infringing on others, and vice versa, protecting us. They consistently deliver exactly what we want, in a friendly, uncomplicated and efficient way.”

NOT FOR PROFIT COMPANY

“We were thrilled with the service – Sonder drafted everything for us, submitted the forms and identified possible issues to look out for. They completed the whole process for us and explained each step in simple to understand language. I would (and do!) thoroughly recommend them for Trade Marks and other IP services.”

CATALOGUE BUSINESS

“Andrew is simply a brilliant lawyer and one of the cleverest people I have ever met in 30+ years in business. He’s the man you want in the trenches with you when the going gets tough. He will always find a good way through and is commercial in his approach.”

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Together, we can focus on asking the right questions and building a successful partnership. Talk to us and find out how Sonder & Clay can create real value to your Intellectual Property.

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Sonder & Clay – Intellectual Property Law Firm

4.6

John McAnenly

4 weeks ago

Andrew is exceptional in his field. Professional, commercially astute and focused on achieving the best outcome. He delivers results, particularly when assisting in dealing with bad actors who have left themselves legally exposed. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.

Mark Ewington

4 weeks ago

I don’t know how we functioned as a business before we found these guys. Andrew has helped us navigate the pitfalls of IPR and thanks to him we have emerged stronger than ever! Brilliant advice and direction with very fast response times.

Rosie

1 year ago

Exceptional service. Matt is extremely knowledgeable and so generously helpful, I’m very grateful to have found Sonder & Clay. Thank you for the fantastic experience Matt, it was much appreciated. Would highly recommend.

Naj H

1 year ago

Got an IP issue, dont even waste your time looking anywhere else – You need someone firm and confident in your corner in such situations and Matt is exceptional. Really helped me in the past and would help most in such situations. Thank God I came across him when I did.

Nosheen H

1 year ago

I had an amazing experience with Sonder & Clay, thanks to Matt’s genuine expertise and willingness to help. He took the time to answer all my questions thoroughly, providing clear and insightful advice that gave me real peace of mind. It’s rare to find someone so knowledgeable yet approachable, and I truly appreciate his support. I highly recommend Sonder & Clay to anyone looking for expert guidance delivered with care and professionalism!

David W

2 years ago

Sonder & Clay have delivered first class IP representation. Matt is flawless with his firm approach and gained us the outcome we wanted. Very glad I found them and highly recommended.

David Bernstein

4 years ago

Matt provides “no frills” advice and navigates tricky situations with ease at very reasonable rates. Highly recommended!

Naj

4 years ago

Honestly, Matt from Sonder IP baffled me. It is a well known fact lawyers want to charge for every minute they spend on any case or any advice. We contacted Matt and he ‘claimed’ money was not his sole purpose and boy did he mean it. Despite us offering him money, he REJECTED the offer. He gave us a lot of thorough advice, read through all of our correspondence in our case and stated only if you go to Proceedings, would we discuss finances. I am telling you now from extensive previous experience with lawyers, this is not the norm. This is despite us having no previous interaction or relationship with Matt so a completely new customer. He took my call out of standard hours and spent a fair amount of time with me. This therefore means if you are in a situation that you need to defend and at your most vulnerable then you need someone to be in your corner that is not just concerned with how much their final bill to you will be. We all know IP cases can be extremely expensive even if you have a decent case so to get a Solicitor that genuinely wants to help and not be money hungry are worth their wait in gold. My first impression is you would need someone like Matt in your corner. It goes without saying, we will be using Matt in the future should we have a similar issue and shall recommend him to anyone we come across in such a situation. Thank You Matt for your time and advice, MUCH APPRECIATED.

Stelios

4 years ago

I came across Matt at Sonder IP when our company trademark registration request was challenged with a Notice of Opposition by another large multimillion pound company. Unlikely other service providers who were more interested on how they could potentially exploit our vulnerability charging an arm and a leg before even looking at our case, Sonder IP paid sincere attention and interest in understanding our concern. Sonder IP not only resolved our trademark case taking much needed weight off our shoulders, they also challenged the fees demanded by the opposition party saving us paying any compensation. Thank you Matt and Sonder IP.

Eve Studios

5 years ago

Amazing service, can’t recommend highly enough. Speak to Matt if you need anything ip related. Awesome!

Danielle Heward

5 years ago

Very happy with the service Matt has provided in helping me with my IP requirements for a new product. He’s knowledgeable, professional and couldn’t have been more helpful. Would definitely recommend!

6 years ago

Sonder IP helped me deal with a trademark issue I had for my business. They were fantastic to work with and dealt with my queries promptly and professionally. Matt helped solve the issue and provided some really useful advice, he is also a great listener and honest. Thank you so much !

Matthew Wood

6 years ago

I had an IP issue with someone copying my brand and Matt at Sonder IP came highly recommended when I asked for help. The advice I got was second to none – very helpful and to the point.

Within a week of Matt starting proceedings, we had resolved the issue with a great result that I was very happy with. Something I thought was going to be a bit of a nightmare to deal with was handled expertly, quickly and professionally.

Thank you Matt and team… you’ve saved me from lots of sleepless nights!

Matt Wood
Director
Scamp Creative

Julie Nicholson

6 years ago

Sonder IP were recommended to us by an esteemed associate as a company that does excellent work around IP and Trade Marks. They put us in touch and Matt got back to me straight away to offer a pro bono service, as we are a small not for profit. (feel free to leave that part out!) We were thrilled with the service- we just had a phone chat to establish our needs which were understood immediately and Sonder drafted everything for us, submitted the forms and identified possible issues to look out for. They completed the whole process for us and explained each step in simple to understand language. I would (and do!) thoroughly recommend them for Trade marking and other IP services.

Julie Nicholson
Managing Director
Digital Voice for Communities C.I.C.

Creating real IP value

A refreshing approach to pricing

Decades of experience in every conversation

Secure your brand and IP online 24/7

Client case study: Vink Holdings