Lish (Appellant/Claimant) v The Northern Block Limited & Anr (Respondents/Defendants)

Wednesday 15 April 2026

By Appellant’s Notice filed on 14 November 2025, the Appellant appeals a decision of the High Court delivered on 22 August 2025.

The Appellant created typefaces for Northern Block. After terminating the arrangement in 2022, she alleged Northern Block continued exploiting her work without proper payment. A 2023 County Court action recognised her rights in certain typefaces.

In 2024 she issued new claims for unpaid royalties, breach of the 2023 settlement, and ongoing infringement.

The judge refused summary judgment. Only a limited claim remains, likely worth under £10,000, and suitable for the IPEC Small Claims Track.

View Hearing:

Part 1

Part 2

Skeleton Arguments:

Lower Court Judgment

Appellant’s Skeleton Argument 1

Appellant’s Skeleton Argument 2

Respondents’ Skeleton Argument