Sobia Ramzan
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With innovation being the forefront of the business, my advice would be to be prepared to enter a fast-paced and evolving industry, where two days are rarely the same.
Sobia Ramzan
Associate - Trade Mark Attorney
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What was your first ever job?
In-house legal assistant.
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How did you get involved in intellectual property and what first attracted you to the field?
I enjoyed studying IP at university, but was most attracted to trade marks as it is a rewarding job. You often see the process of a trade mark filing from start to finish and come across some very interesting brands! The clientele can be a small start-up business or a large-scale internationally developed company and I very much enjoy the variation.
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When did you join Potter Clarkson and why?
I joined Potter Clarkson in 2016 after completing my Legal Practice Course. I wanted to apply and practice my legal knowledge in a fast-paced and forward-thinking firm that offers full service intellectual property practices.
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What is your area of speciality and why did you choose it?
I work in trade marks and like the idea of protecting and rewarding innovation. Intellectual Property is a niche industry but most certainly integral to all businesses.
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What does a typical day in your role entail and what do you most enjoy about it/find most challenging?
I enjoy the varied nature of the work. In a typical working day, you may be dealing with cases relating to food and drink, vehicles, pharmaceuticals or cosmetics.
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What advice would you give anyone looking to enter the field?
With innovation being the forefront of the business, my advice would be to be prepared to enter a fast-paced and evolving industry, where two days are rarely the same.