International law firm Gowling WLG looks forward to welcoming intellectual property specialist Jon Parker to its award winning team.

Jon, who is currently head of trademarks at Clyde & Co, will establish and grow Gowling WLG’s IP presence in the Middle East and Africa.

Gordon Harris, co-head of IP for Gowling WLG said: “This is an important step in our international development and cements our position as a world-leading IP practice.

“As a firm we are committed to an international policy of expansion and this is a key piece in our jigsaw. We have large commercial bases in Canada, UK and Europe, an established practice in Russia and a growing office in China. This expansion into UAE means we will be stronger than ever to support our growing international client base.”