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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation

London (Firms)

17 Years Ranked

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UK

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An experienced IP litigator with a strong technical background, advising clients on IP disputes relating to a broad range of technological areas and industry sectors such as consumer electronics, telecoms, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals and engineering. Particularly known for her expertise in advising clients in complex patent disputes.

Also advising on related issues arising from international technology standards, such as patent pools, licensing and FRAND, and counsels on patent litigation strategy, including pharmaceutical lifecycle management, with a wealth of experience in providing freedom to operate and due diligence advice. In addition to representing clients before the UK courts, she also acts in European Patent Office opposition proceedings, and has represented clients in arbitration proceedings and mediations relating to IP contract disputes. She has been involved in many multi-jurisdictional disputes, working with advisors from across Europe, North America and Asia, and, in many instances, taken a role in coordinating such litigation.

Zoë teaches on the Oxford University postgraduate diploma in IP law and practice.

Career

Cambridge University (MA Natural Sciences and Law). Qualified Freshfields 1996; Associate, Bristows 1996-2004; Partner, Bristows 2004-07; a founding Partners, Powell Gilbert LLP 2007 to present. Solicitor (Ireland) 2020; UPC Representative 2023.

Professional Memberships

AIPPI; ChIPs; EPLAW; IPLA and LSLA.

Publications

Contributor to the CIPA Guide to the Patents Act.

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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation - London (Firms)
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Band 2

Zoë Butler represents life sciences and technology companies in patent litigation and registry oppositions, often coordinating multi-jurisdictional disputes. Her experience includes patent infringement claims relating to medical devices as well as FRAND licensing disputes.


Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation - UK-wide
2
Band 2

Zoë Butleris recognised for her adept stewardship of patent litigation before the courts and also proceedings before the UK and EU registries.

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