Kate Cruse
Partner
Kate works with a wide range of clients, helping them to protect their trade marks across a variety of commercial applications. Having read Hispanic/Portuguese studies at the University of Birmingham, Kate went on to qualify as a trade mark attorney in 2005. Before joining Forresters, Kate enjoyed working as a Regional Sustainable Operations Officer for the British Embassy in Central America, where her focus was measuring, mitigating and offsetting the carbon footprint.
Kate advises clients worldwide on their trade mark filing strategies, bearing in mind their goals, priorities and budgets. She also carries out contentious work, including opposition and cancellation actions, company name actions and domain name complaints. Kate also enjoys expanding and maintaining her network of international associates, regularly attending IP conferences including MARQUES and ECTA.
Kate works with clients in a range of industries, including the automotive, gaming, green technologies, medical and clothing sectors. Her clients range from sole traders to international businesses.
Outside of work, Kate enjoys short walks on long beaches and swimming in Welsh lakes.
Awards received by Kate
Qualifications
- UK Chartered Trade Mark Attorney
