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Acacia Law
Cathryn Warburton

Cathryn Warburton

Founder | Partner | Patent Attorney | Solicitor Acacia Law

Milton, QLD
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About Cathryn

Cathryn Warburton is a distinguished legal professional who founded Acacia Law in 2003, where she thrives in advocating for clients' intellectual property rights. As a Patent Attorney and Solicitor, Cathryn's expertise spans across intellectual property litigation, trade marks, copyright, and design law. She is deeply passionate about guiding business owners through the complex landscape of IP protection and enforcement. Her commitment to education is evident through her authorship of "Copyright Practice & Precedents." In her extensive career, Cathryn has held pivotal roles, including serving as Special Counsel at Sajen Legal and Intellectual Property Partner at Longton Legal. Her leadership at Acacia Law involved co-heading the litigation department, managing the trade mark department, and mentoring talented legal professionals. She successfully resolved over 250 intricate disputes involving IP infringement, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. Cathryn's dedication to process improvement was also demonstrated during her time as Process Improvement Manager at Brave & Bountiful Pty Ltd, where she advanced efficiencies in patent and trade mark processes. Her academic contributions include guest lecturing at the Queensland University of Technology and the College of Law, providing practical skills to future lawyers. Cathryn's influence extends beyond legal practice; she serves on the Board for Business Enterprise Centre Ipswich Region and participates in local school committees. Her robust experience and multifaceted approach make her a trusted advisor in intellectual property law.

Practice areas

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property

Resume

Experience

Special Counsel

Special Counsel

Sajen Legal

Apr 2026 - Present • 7 months

Intellectual Property Partner

Intellectual Property Partner

Longton Legal

Jan 2025 - Apr 2026 • 1 year 3 months

Guest Lecturer

Guest Lecturer

QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

Jan 2019 - Oct 2019 • 9 months

Process Improvement Manager

Process Improvement Manager

Brave & Bountiful Pty Ltd

Jun 2017 - Dec 2022 • 5 years 6 months

Inhouse Legal Counsel (1 year contract to cover maternity leave)

Inhouse Legal Counsel (1 year contract to cover maternity leave)

NZ Police

Jul 2007 - Jun 2008 • 11 months

Lecturer

Lecturer

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Feb 2006 - Nov 2011 • 5 years 9 months

Inhouse Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property Advisor - 6 month contract

Inhouse Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property Advisor - 6 month contract

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (formerly Ministry of Science & Technology)

Jan 2005 - Jun 2005 • 5 months

Freelance Writer

Freelance Writer

Thomson Reuters

Nov 2003 - Present • 23 years

Partner & Director, Head of Trade Mark Department, Co-head of Litigation Department

Partner & Director, Head of Trade Mark Department, Co-head of Litigation Department

Acacia Law

Oct 2003 - Jan 2025 • 21 years 3 months

Adjunct Lecturer

Adjunct Lecturer

College of Law

Aug 2003 - Sep 2014 • 11 years 1 month

Skills Trainer

Skills Trainer

Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ)

Apr 2000 - Jun 2011 • 11 years 2 months

Senior Associate

Senior Associate

Baldwins Intellectual Property

Apr 1996 - Sep 2003 • 7 years 5 months

Trade Mark Attorney

Trade Mark Attorney

Adams & Adams

Jan 1995 - Mar 1996 • 1 year 2 months

Candidate Attorney

Candidate Attorney

Ian Morrison & Co

Jan 1993 - Dec 1994 • 1 year 11 months

Education

LaTrobe Business Accelerator Programme Certificate

LaTrobe Business Accelerator Programme Certificate

La Trobe University

2019 - 2020

Post Graduate Bachelor of Laws

Post Graduate Bachelor of Laws

University of KwaZulu-Natal

1991 - 1992

Bachelor of Arts - BA

Bachelor of Arts - BA

University of KwaZulu-Natal

1988 - 1990

Awards

2014

Finalist in the 2014 Ipswich Business Awards

Contact information

Milton, QLD

Level 1, 16 McDougall St, Milton, QLDWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Cathryn Warburton
Date of admission
2011
Specialisations
Business and Commercial Law, Intellectual Property
Certification type
Unrestricted Employee
Region
QLD

Last checked: 12 Sept 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society

Practice areas

Commercial Law
    Intellectual Property