Intellectual Property: Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys - UK-wide
What the Team is Known For
Potter Clarkson maintains a reputation for expertise in patents, trade marks and designs that extends far beyond the firm's Midlands base. The firm acts for global brands and companies large and small in chemicals, electronics, life sciences and mechanical engineering. Attorneys assist with EPO oppositions, high-value litigation, licensing deals and due diligence for corporate transactions. The firm also has offices in Sweden and Denmark.
Strengths
"All matters at Potter Clarkson are handled in a timely and efficient manner."
"Potter Clarkson is very professional and responsive, and provides excellent advice on complex patent matters."
"Potter Clarkson have in-depth knowledge and a willingness to help. Everyone in the team is aligned, has good knowledge and is approachable."
"The Potter Clarkson attorneys are experts and can advise appropriately in a tailor-made manner to every situation."
Work Highlights
Potter Clarkson represented AIRM, a subsidiary of Astellas, in two of the first patent revocation actions at the UPC. The team also acted in parallel EPO opposition proceedings in respect to one of the patents.
Notable practitioners
Steve Smith is a key contact.