INGENUITY IP CHAMBERS - Key Persons


John Fitzgerald

John is a prominent figure in intellectual property practice. His field is broad-ranging, encompassing copyright, trade marks, passing off, computer related matters and design rights, as well as mechanical, chemical, bio-technical and electronic patents. He is well-known for his prowess in breach of confidence cases, and has extensive experience in computer, defamation and competition matters, as well as an interest in telecoms and contracts involving technical issues. John has a profound ability to grapple with the complexities of technical commercial contractual disputes. He is acknowledged as a clever, effective and tenacious advocate, on behalf of his clients, who range from multi-nationals and large companies and institutions to small traders and individuals. John's services are strongly in demand in helping to resolve complex and apparently intractable problems. His imagination and expertise are greatly valued by all those who instruct him.

Lee Parkes - Treasurer

Job Titles:
  • Clerk
  • Treasurer
Lee is our senior clerk. He began his clerking career in 1995 as a junior clerk for an Intellectual property chambers. He worked his way up to a senior clerk position and in 2010 went into business as a self-employed senior clerk. Lee understands the needs of individual clients and provides a bespoke service. Our clients find him helpful, pragmatic and easy to talk to. In his spare time, Lee is treasurer for a charity. He also likes to follow football, watch films and has a keen interest in the latest technology.