Nicola Hayden is a dedicated Lawyer and Trade Marks Attorney specialising primarily in Intellectual Property. She has a robust background in safeguarding clients' branding and intellectual property both within Australia and internationally. Registered as a Trade Marks Attorney since early 2021, Nicola frequently represents clients in trade mark matters before IP Australia. In collaboration with Ben Gouldson and the IP+T team, Nicola provides insightful IP commercialisation advice, focusing on strategies to protect confidential information, brands, and designs, as well as negotiating licensing and other commercial agreements. Her notable client engagements include securing and monitoring trade mark portfolios, advising on packaging and consumer laws, and representing local and international corporations in the prosecution of design registrations. Among her distinguished clientele is UPL Limited, a global leader in agrochemicals, for whom she supports Australian operations including prosecuting trade mark portfolios. Nicola offers expertise in trade mark infringement cases, handling cease and desist communications, and negotiating registration consents and co-existence agreements. She acts for clients in opposition proceedings and advises on intellectual property assignments and licences. Her skill in securing international trade mark registrations, leveraging the Madrid Protocol and a network of international agents, showcases her global reach in assisting clients like international game developers and manufacturers. Nicola holds a Juris Doctor degree from the Australian National University and a Master of Music from the University of Southern Queensland, reflecting her diverse talents. She continues to engage with the music community while enjoying quality time with family, friends, and her bichoodle. Her career is further enriched by her role as Chair of the Queensland committee of LESANZ Inc. and her extensive teaching engagements in music.
Chair, Queensland committee
LESANZ Inc
Jul 2025 - Present • 1 year 4 months
Lawyer and Trade Marks Attorney
Clifford Gouldson Lawyers
Nov 2023 - Present • 3 years
Senior Law Clerk and Trade Marks Attorney
Clifford Gouldson Lawyers
Feb 2021 - Nov 2023 • 2 years 9 months
Law Clerk
May 2018 - Feb 2021 • 2 years 9 months
Casual Lecturer and Flute Specialist Teacher
University of Southern Queensland
Jan 2013 - Jan 2019 • 6 years
Specialist Flute Teacher
St Ursula's College Toowoomba
Jan 2010 - Dec 2018 • 8 years 11 months
Specialist Flute Teacher
Fairholme College
Apr 2009 - Dec 2017 • 8 years 8 months
Specialist Flute Teacher
Toowoomba Grammar School
Jan 2007 - Jan 2015 • 8 years
Specialist Flute Teacher
Christian Outreach College Toowoomba
Jan 2007 - Jan 2015 • 8 years
Client Services
Murdoch Lawyers
Feb 2004 - Dec 2005 • 1 year 10 months
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law
Leo Cussen Centre for Law
2023
Juris Doctor, Law
The Australian National University
2017 - 2023
Master of Music
University of Southern Queensland
2007 - 2009
Bachelor of Music (Honours)
University of Southern Queensland
2006
Bachelor of Music
University of Southern Queensland
1998 - 2002
Last checked: 5 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
