Work Department

Patents & Trade Marks

Position

Partner

Patrick’s patent practice is mainly in the electrical and electronics fields, with a particular focus on electronic trading systems, computer implemented inventions and telecommunications. His background in Engineering Science also allows him to bring a deep understanding to patent applications in the areas of power systems, semiconductors, manufacturing technology, wind turbines and cleantech inventions.

Patrick’s clients include a broad range of international companies and universities based in the UK and Europe, the USA and Japan. His specialities include assisting clients with invention spotting, drafting new applications, devising patent filing strategies for protection around the world, preparing infringement and validity opinions, and advising on competitor activities.

Patrick also handles trade mark matters, particularly in the financial sector.He has a wide experience of all aspect of trade mark practice including the selection and clearance of new marks, worldwide registration, oppositions and dispute resolution.

Education

BSc Engineering Science, Exeter University (1984)

Chartered Patent Attorney (1988)

European Patent Attorney (1989)

Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (1990)

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