Andrew Petale

Andrew Petale is a seasoned legal practitioner, bringing over 19 years of dedicated experience to the field of intellectual property law. As a qualified Trade Marks Attorney, Andrew's expertise is underscored by his academic achievements, including a Master of Intellectual Property Law from the University of Melbourne, where he graduated with First Class Honours in Copyright Law and Competition Law. His professional stature is further affirmed by his role as an Associate Member of the International Trade Mark Association (INTA), with consistent participation in their Annual Meetings across the globe since 2013. Before founding YIP Intellectual Property, Andrew served as Principal at a prominent Melbourne-based intellectual property law firm. In this capacity, he led the Trade Mark and Litigation teams, overseeing a broad spectrum of litigious and contentious matters. His responsibilities saw him actively engaged in cases across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane registries of the Federal Court and Federal Circuit Court, as well as opposition proceedings in the Australian Trade Marks Office. Andrew's previous tenure at a leading media, entertainment, and IP law firm allowed him to amass substantial experience across various IP-related commercial and dispute matters. His work with high-profile clients and complex technical IP and defamation disputes further underscores his extensive legal acumen. He initially launched his legal career as a family and commercial lawyer at a respected Melbourne family law firm, where he honed his advocacy skills and developed a deep commitment to nurturing positive and constructive client relationships. Andrew's career trajectory demonstrates a robust understanding of both the intricacies of intellectual property law and the essential skill of fostering strong, client-focused partnerships.