I am a Chartered Patent Attorney and European Patent Attorney. Before joining Stratagem in 2017, I worked for 9 years in private practice in the UK and Australia. I have experience working overseas which has given me a broad knowledge of patent matters in multiple jurisdictions. In addition to drafting and prosecuting European, UK, Australian, New Zealand and international patent applications, I have particular experience in matters relating to freedom to operate, IP strategy and due diligence. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, including start-ups, SMEs, Universities and large corporations. I obtained an Honours degree and PhD in chemistry from the University of Bristol and carried out postdoctoral research at Princeton University, USA and at the University of Exeter. My extensive research background enables me to quickly get to grips with a broad range of technical subject matter in the chemical and life sciences sector, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, mining, petrochemicals, inks, steels, food products, polymers and biological/chemical sensors.