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I am an experienced European and Chartered Patent Attorney, but don't take my word for it - here's what my clients say:"We really appreciated your advice and quality work.” “Fantastic job”“Many thanks for your successful efforts on this restoration”“Thank you for all your hard work and patience on this case, and most importantly the valuable input that you’ve provided along the way – it’s been a pleasure working with you.”“Thank you again for your effort and invaluable help in connection with this matter”My clients know that they can rely on me to provide clear, commercially-focused advice and to handle all aspects of their patent portfolios. I have extensive experience in drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications in Europe and overseas, including the US and Japan. My expertise also includes the preparation of patentability opinions; freedom to operate analyses; advice regarding patent filing and licensing strategies; EPO opposition and appeal proceedings; and Supplementary Protection Certificates. Rescuing patents where deadlines have been missed is one of my special interests. I am sensitive to the individual needs of my divergent client base, which includes start-ups, university spin-outs, well-established SMEs and multinational corporations. My practice particularly focuses on helping start-ups to develop an IP strategy to protect and exploit their inventions. My specialism is in the life sciences. Examples of my areas of expertise include stem cells; antibodies; DNA and RNA technologies such as siRNA, saRNA; therapeutic genes, proteins or peptides; genetically manipulated microorganisms; and vaccines and adjuvants. Want to find out whether protecting your intellectual property could benefit your business, or how best to go about it? Get in touch!

Listed skills include Patents, Biotechnology, Patentability, Drafting Patent Applications, and 17 others.