Charles Webster

Charles specialises in litigation, in particular trade mark and copyright infringement, passing off, unlawful competition, Advertising Standards Authority complaints, company name objections, and domain name disputes. Charles has extensive experience in all facets and aspects of IP matters; he acts and is a consultant for a number of local and internationally-listed blue-chip companies. Industry associations Past President of the South African Institute of Intellectual Property Law. Professional activities Co-author of the 4th edition of Webster and Page South African Law of Trade Marks; Volume 4 of Trade Marks in the Law of South Africa. Charles sits on the Editorial Board of Trademark Reporter (INTA). He has lectured on both Trade Mark Law and Copyright for the Patent Examination Board.

Education:
BSc (Computer Science) LLB. Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.

Formal Admissions:
Admitted to the High Court as an attorney in January 1989.

Admission Status:
Practicing Roll

Languages:
English

Direct Contact:
  +27 (0)12 676 1111