Andy is an IA Manager and Chartered Trade Mark Attorney, working mostly on day-to-day trade mark and design portfolio, prosecution and enforcement matters, across a range of different clients in various goods / service areas – from soft drinks to women’s magazines. He returned to Stobbs in 2023, having trained and qualified at the firm previously, and spent time working in-house for a sports media and betting company before re-joining. He has had further in-house experience, including a secondment at a major UK food retailer.

Andy’s qualifications include a BA in History from Keele University, as well as post-graduate certificates from Queen Mary University and Nottingham Law School (obtained en route to qualification as a chartered trade mark attorney).

Outside of work, Andy enjoys the outdoors (including his garden, or a pub one!) and loves his golf – and football, as a long supporting/ suffering Stevenage FC fan. He also likes to spend time exploring new random bands/ artists, and finding new “hidden gem” eating places.

Favourite food?

So so many– sushi, “proper” Italian pizza, smash-burgers, I could go on…

Favourite music?

A bit of a range– Rock / metal / indie / shoegaze, 70-80s classics, synthy stuff…   

Favourite book?

Some sort of factual, non-fiction book.

Favourite gadget?

Not really a gadget-y person, but probably my Sony headphones.

Favourite film?

Either Boyhood or Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

Choice of night out?

Pub.

Choice of dress code?

Casual. Jeans, and an overshirt or t-shirt.

Choice of holiday?

Skiing or a city break.

What sound or noise do you love?

A bottle of cold beer being opened.

What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?

Gardener or postman.

Favourite brand?

Alfa Romeo.