Jessica is a Solicitor in the Litigation & Employment Team specialising in intellectual property. Her practice involves contentious and non-contentious work for clients from various industries such as technology, health and medical, education, fashion, creative arts, charities, councils and holiday parks. She has a strong problem-solving background, having worked as an intellectual property analyst for a trade mark research and brand protection firm before joining Tozers.
As a rising star in the legal field, Jessica has proven to be a proactive individual, taking on early responsibility whilst contributing to social mobility initiatives, organising fundraising and mentoring.
She joined Tozers in March 2021 as a trainee solicitor and qualified in March 2023.
Alongside data protection and general litigation matters, Jessica advises clients on a broad range of intellectual property law including protection, enforcement and disputes, with a focus on trade marks and copyright.
Jessica’s empathetic approach allows her to connect with clients on a personal level, understanding their concerns and providing them with innovative solutions. She enjoys problem-solving and breaking complex IP and data protection concepts into words her clients can understand.
Jessica obtained her LLB (European) dual qualification in English and German Law from the University of Exeter and obtained an LLM in European Law from the University of Saarlandes. She obtained her second LLM in Maritime & Commercial Law from the University of Exeter in 2018. During her training contract, she spent seats in Affordable Housing, Residential Property and an extended 15-month seat in Litigation & Employment.
Jessica supports aspiring lawyers by collaborating with the Pathways to Law programme at the University of Exeter and mentoring law students. She is participating in the Judiciary’s Reverse Mentoring Scheme to foster greater understanding among the judiciary of the experience of lawyers from under represented groups. In her spare time she enjoys watching Exeter Chiefs, horse riding and exploring the coast.
Jessica is also responsible for co-ordinating Tozers' fundraising for Hospiscare's 40 Club.
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