Patents can be crucial to the success of a business. Our advice always has a strong commercial outlook so our clients can make strategic decisions.
Patents protect technical developments, such as how something works, what it’s made of, how it’s made or even how it’s used.
Not only can patents be used to prevent others from selling, making or importing an invention without the owner’s permission, but they can also be used as leverage in business negotiations. In certain circumstances, patents can even be utilised to secure greatly reduced rates in UK Corporation Tax.
We have comprehensive experience in drafting patent applications for prosecution in Europe, including the UK and Germany, and worldwide.
We are the first choice for many clients worldwide to handle complex European cases because we have an impressive success rate. Our success is due to our commercial viewpoint, innovative approach, and detailed understanding of European examiners’ procedures and ways of thinking.
Where IP infringements arise, or conflict with a competitor appears unavoidable, we work hard – often with teams of expert IP litigators – to defend our clients’ position. We are very familiar with instructing specialist litigators in pre-action strategy, through to court action where required.
