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David Thompson

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Solicitor – Admitted 2003
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+44 (0) 333 004 3456
+44 (0) 787 020 8513
david.thompson@michelmores.com
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Overview

I am a Partner in Michelmores’ Commercial team. I am also responsible for leading the Firm’s cross-office multi-disciplinary Consumer Brands team, as well as heading-up the Firm’s Intellectual Property team.

My practice encompasses a wide range of commercial work, acting for a broad spectrum of clients, from start-ups and entrepreneurs through to international household names.

I value the long-term relationships which I have fostered with many of my clients, built on delivering practical and, where necessary, pragmatic advice.

I have a particular passion for advising clients operating in the Food & Drink sector. A number of my key clients are certified B-Corps, which has served as a fantastic education for me – recognising that a client’s desired outcomes may not be purely based on financial metrics.

I joined Michelmores fresh from law school just over 20 years ago. It has been a privilege to mature as a lawyer and build a practice in tandem with the Firm’s growth over the past two decades.

I hold a Post-Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law from Nottingham Law School.

  • Accelerated M&A
  • Commercial
  • Consumer Brands
  • Entrepreneurs
  • FinTech
  • Intellectual Property
  • Sustainable Agriculture & Agri-Tech
  • Sustainable Economy
  • Technology & Innovation

Recent experience

Advising a UK PE house on the commercial and IP related aspects of the sale of its VCT fund management business to a leading specialist alternative asset manager

Advising a national food delivery box business in relation to its supply and fulfilment arrangements, including the transition from a long-term fulfilment partner to a new one

Advising a leading wine and spirit supplier on a number of fulfilment arrangements relating to white labelled supply to end customers

Advising a multinational health food retailer on regulatory matters, including consumer protection legislation

Advising a UK university client on the renegotiation of supply arrangements for its virtual learning environment

Contributions

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Michelmores advises shareholders of 3Keel Group Ltd on sale to Fera Science Ltd
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Michelmores advises Frobishers on strategic acquisition by AG Barr
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Michelmores advises Ocean Fish Group sellers on strategic sale to Fortuna Ltd
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Royal Entomological Society Insects as Food and Feed 2025 Conference explores sustainable protein innovation at University of Roehampton
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Insects as Food and Feed 2025: Exploring sustainable protein innovation at University of Roehampton
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Michelmores advises Stage Electrics Group on strategic acquisition of Willow Communications
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TikTok joins speaker line-up at Michelmores’ Consumer Brands Horizons Summit
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Michelmores advises Rotsvast Services B.V. on its acquisition of a leading ice baths and cold water therapy business
E-update
Business Law Today July 2025
Insight
Code red for Aldi: GCA get its day in court
E-update
Business Law Today March 2025
Insight
Navigating the legal risks as a business using Artificial Intelligence
News
Michelmores advises shareholders of Action Sustainability on investment from ScaleUp Capital
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Michelmores advises St Austell Brewery on acquisition of The Bath Pub Company
Podcast
Greenwashing: The risks of overstating environmental credentials
Insight
Success in the "Den" – IP essentials
Insight
Green Claims: a guide for businesses
News
Michelmores joins Bristol's Week of Sustainability with its Sustainable Agriculture Conference
Insight
Michelmores transaction named Deal of the Year at Insider South West Dealmakers Awards 2022
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Michelmores advises on sale of Red Paddle Co
Insight
Michelmores advise on sale of Mobeus VCT Fund Management business to Gresham House plc
Insight
A "distinctive" retail store layout can be registered as a trade mark, says CJEU
Insight
Michelmores advise on Nestlé's agreement to acquire a majority stake in Mindful Chef
Insight
Selective Distribution: FAQs
Insight
Competitions and prize draws via social media: Make sure your business is trending for the right reason
Insight
Managing Coronavirus disruption – practical steps for businesses
Insight
Coronavirus: impact on international supply chains and trade
Insight
January 2020 update: Patent Box and Brexit
Insight
January 2020 update: Freeports - what is the UK Government proposing and why?
Insight
January 2020 update: The impact of Brexit on the exhaustion of intellectual property rights
Insight
January 2020 update: Database rights may not be enforceable in the EEA in the event of a no-deal Brexit
Insight
Should I amend my commercial contracts in light of Brexit?
Insight
Intellectual Property rights post-Brexit
News
Michelmores advises sling manufacturer Silvalea on upcoming acquisition by Savaria
Insight
Brexit uncertainty fuels rise in demand for strategic warehouse space
Insight
The European Commission issues fine to Guess clothing company for EU competition breach
Insight
Geo-Blocking Regulation
Insight
Producing and labelling food in the event of a no-deal Brexit
Insight
Brexit – Manufacturing Uncertainty
News
Michelmores advises on the sale of utility services firm, Aquamain, in private equity deal
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Michelmores announces new charity partnerships for 2018
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Michelmores advises Gro Company on the sale of its business to the Mayborn Group
Insight
Michelmores sponsors Made in the South West Awards 2017
Insight
Become Michelmores' official Exeter Charity of the Year
Insight
How to protect your IP when exporting
Insight
Michelmores advise Partner Retail Services (PRS) on Experience Store partnership
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Commercial - looking ahead to 2017
Insight
Great beginnings – the importance of distinctive origin
Insight
Pasties, wild salmon and cheese - protected UK food names post-Brexit
Insight
Brexit: What is the impact on Intellectual Property Law?
Insight
Let's Teach Intellectual Property!
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Michelmores sponsors the Food Reader Awards 2016
Insight
Michelmores sponsors Devon Life Food and Drink Awards 2015
Insight
IP clinches deals in the Den
Insight
Bringing home the bacon – an overview of EU 'protected name status'
Insight
Cheese makers encouraged to consider "protected name" status for their produce
News
Michelmores announces new Partner and Associate promotions
Insight
3D Printing is still 'pumping'
News
New Act to modernise Intellectual Property Law
Insight
Clash of Feathers for Jack Wills and House of Fraser
Insight
Food Labelling
Insight
Consultation on 'Minimum Meat Content' in Meat Products
Insight
The EU PFN Scheme recognises West Country Beef and Lamb
Insight
Legal definition of 'free range' helps consumers make an ethical choice

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+44 (0) 333 004 3456

enquiries@michelmores.com

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