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Rupert joined the firm in 1996 and became a partner in the commercial group in 2005. He specialises in commercial contracts and intellectual property, with his clients being predominantly major UK and global brand owners. He advises on a broad range of matters relating to the day-to-day operations of businesses, much of which involves expertise in intellectual property matters.

Rupert is acknowledged by directories as an expert in intellectual property and advertising and marketing, and as a non-contentious lawyer, his workload predominantly relates to the commercial exploitation of such rights through licensing, franchising and disposals. He also heads the firm's IT group, and often advises on outsourcing arrangements and data protection, in particular in the context of data centres.

An additional part of his work includes advising on the commercial and IP aspects of corporate transactions, working closely with relevant groups within the firm to advise the wider corporate, financial services and private equity client base.

Rupert is a member of TIPLO, INTA and, as a French speaker, also a member of APRAM. He regularly lectures and contributes to both specialist publications as well as broadsheets on matters of interest in his field.