Overview:

Craig is a technically excellent and commercially minded trade mark attorney with expertise across the sports optics, software and AI, blockchain and digital assets, renewable energy, food and drink, and home essentials sectors. He specialises in global trade mark strategy, anti-counterfeiting and enforcement, settlement negotiations, and resolving complex examination objections before the UK Intellectual Property Office. He was recognised as a “Rising Star” by Managing IP (UK Rankings 2026) and named “Rising Star of the Year” at the Managing IP EMEA Awards 2025.

Experience:

  • Acts as the primary contact and a trusted extension of the in-house legal team for major international clients, including manufacturers in the optical equipment, flooring and wall cladding, car care, and foodservice sectors.
  • Advises fintech, blockchain, digital asset, and Web3 businesses on clearance and filing strategies, and leads global trade mark disputes for clients operating in these sectors.
  • Manages domestic and international trade mark disputes, including proceedings before the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC).
  • Conducts strategic portfolio reviews for multinational clients and SMEs, identifying opportunities to strengthen and optimise brand protection.
  • Negotiates trade mark settlements and resolves disputes across multiple jurisdictions worldwide.

Testimonial:

“Craig has been instrumental in helping us expand and protect our brand not only in the UK but all over the EU. He truly understands our brand, our company values, and, without a doubt, has our backs. Craig, as he likes to says, ‘gives things a good think’, which has saved the day more than once. This type of counsel ensures we are responding vs. reacting to situations and not having to regret them later. Craig’s professionalism and kindness is undefeated in my book!”

Edward J. Kenrick , Director of Legal and Risk Management, Vortex Optics

 

“We have worked with Craig for the past four years across a number of UK, EU and international trade mark matters – From clearance, watching and searching services,  to trade mark registration, licensing, protection and trade mark litigation matters. He quickly appreciates our business and commercial goals, and always takes a proactive, professional, and diligent approach to our trade mark management. His IP knowledge and experience is second to none, with advice always presented in comprehensive and considered manner so as to protect our best long term brand identity and interests. I wholeheartedly recommend Craig to any organisation requiring trade mark services.”

Tim Smith, Chief Executive Officer, The AFE Group

 

“The Barker Brettell team, particularly Catherine Wiseman and Craig Beaumont, are fantastic – incredibly reliable, dependable, and efficient partners. I rely on them exclusively and trust them confidently for handling my client’s UK matters and managing certain broader EU matters. The team has unsurprisingly produced an excellent track-record of successful outcomes, and they are easy-going and fun to work with!”

Legal 500, 2025

 

“I have worked with Craig for a number of years, and he is the latest in a line of first-rate Trade Mark Attorneys at Barker Brettell. Craig is always available, responds quickly to queries, explains complex matters clearly and concisely and gives excellent guidance through the mire of searches, applications and/or infringement matters. He has a thorough knowledge of all trade mark matters and all aspects of our business. In any absence for holiday or other reasons, I have every confidence in him advising colleagues unfamiliar with trade mark issues. I look forward to the benefits of working together for a long time!”

Theresa Johnson, Legal Assistant, Altro Limited