‘BWT’s team has remained stable over many years of working together. This kind of stability, and knowing who we will be working with on a consistent basis, fosters trust in the relationship.’

‘Jo Pelly takes a very pragmatic and helpful approach to our interactions. Having worked with Jo for over a decade, I have come to rely upon her for sound insights into the nuances of EPO practice. While she is always able to provide alternative strategies to dealing with difficult prosecution matters, and Jo’s ability to highlight what is often the most useful approach allows us to achieve successful outcomes.’

‘The team are very experienced in our technology area and go out of their way to understand both our technical and commercial requirements.’

‘Tessa Bucks is an expert in patent prosecution and European opposition. In particular, she has represented us successfully in complex oral proceedings in front of the EPO. She is proactive when we seek her advice on third party patents and potential freedom to operate issues, considering both the legal and commercial aspects.’

‘The team at Boult works together seamlessly, ensuring cover for our ongoing cases. All associates are of high standard and have clearly benefitted from a clear briefing from the lead partner on the case. All work is always done to the highest standard and clearly explained to us as a client. No deadlines are ever missed and we receive multiple reminders.’

‘James Short is our lead partner and he has supported the business for the last 7 years. He is a brilliant attorney with in-depth knowledge of not only his legal field, but also of the technical side of things. No challenge is too big for him and he is always able to support the technical ambitions of our business.’

‘Neil Thomson, Daniel Weston, and Rohan Setna make a strong team who get on well together and who communicate well with each other over their client’s patent portfolio. Linked up thinking and easy to work with.’

‘They are incredibly smart and quick to pickup concepts and really understand our product. They have been brilliant to work with.’

‘Biotech, knowledge of the field, excellent understanding of the subject, easy to approach, and fast service. To date, all patent cases have been won when challenged in court.’

‘Very helpful and friendly, often making excellent suggestions.’

‘The attorneys I’ve worked with at Carpmaels are fantastic! I would recommend this firm to anyone looking for EP patent counsel.’

‘The diverse team of attorneys with whom I have had the pleasure of working are driven, smart, and willing to go the extra mile. They think about the strategy based on the goals of the company. They never just do something because it gets something allowed; they always consider the value.’

‘In both prosecution and oppositions, they come prepared to discuss the strategy in view of the company goals, not just the single patent on which we are working. They have already considered many different scenarios and are willing to walk through the pros and cons of each. They have a recommendation, but are willing to alter it depending on the facts.’

‘The team works together well so that nothing is lost if someone cannot attend a call etc. The trust they have in each other shines when walking through strategy and how best to leverage what we have in hand. As the associates get more senior the team recognises when more junior people should come on and assist with the portfolio.’

‘They are never caught on their back foot. Without question, this is a team I would seek out to work with again and again.’

‘Rachel Free has superb technical knowledge of the intricacies of patent law and how they can be best used to advance clients’ interests. She also grasps new concepts very quickly and her enthusiasm and dedication cannot be faulted.’

‘CMS has a small patent team in a huge organisation, so you get the benefits of individual service with big firm backing.’

‘Helen Wallis is able to understand our highly complex subject matter. She’s diligent and careful, and also appreciates the wider context of the technology landscape we work in.’

‘Robert Stephen and his team offer the best quality service in terms of their ability to make very difficult concepts relating to patents easy to understand. In terms of their technical ability and understanding of the engineering side of our products, I am continually surprised by the level of research and understanding that the team continues to develop.’

‘Alex Epstein is extremely detail driven and is able to provide solutions. The paralegal team help me to stay on track.’

‘Efficient functioning, attentive, and knowledgeable about the life sciences sector.’

‘Robert Stephen is an excellent patent attorney who has been in industry and thus understands the needs of life science clients. Good at finding creative solutions and collaborative.’

‘Very astute patent attorneys who have a litigation-forward mindset, which is invaluable for cross-border, national and regional litigation.’

‘Without exception, everyone gets up to speed on the technology quickly and reaches a high level of expertise in the specific field, which is invaluable for prosecution, and even more so in oral proceedings for oppositions and appeals. Everyone has been flexible, conscientious, and extremely easy to work with.’

‘I was pleasantly surprised (amazed, actually) at how quickly Charles Harding and Matthew Caines both got up to speed on our technology and the distinctions between our claimed technology and that of the proprietor, as well as that of the other opponents. This technical familiarity was key to our successful arguments in oral proceedings, and led to the best possible outcome.’

‘Charles Harding and Matthew Caines (and in fact everyone I worked with from D Young) are a pleasure to work with, making an arduous opposition and appeal much easier. I would not hesitate to recommend the practice to others, and in fact I have.’

‘The team has expertise in the life and biomedical sciences, which fits into our remit. They are always very flexible in their processes to match our needs, for instance adjusting communications, splitting invoices to match our budgets, and engaging directly with our partners in ways that work for us.’

‘Tom Pagdin has worked with our portfolio for many years. He always provides sensible and pragmatic advice to help us achieve our desired goals, taking the bigger context into consideration. He is very approachable and easy to work with.’

‘I have had the privilege of working closely with Dr. Antony Latham at D Young & Co LLP for many years as his client. D Young & Co LLP’s expertise in intellectual property law, particularly in the complex field of CAR T cell therapy, is exceptional and remarkable. Throughout our collaboration, they have consistently impressed me with their commitment to openness and honesty, ensuring a smooth and trustworthy client experience.’

‘Anthony Latham stands out not only as a skilled lawyer but also as a doctor with remarkable talents in both legal and scientific domains. His comprehensive understanding of the intricate nuances of intellectual property law, coupled with his deep scientific knowledge, have been instrumental in our patent endeavours.’

‘Paul Harris is an outstanding litigator with years of experience and a thoroughly pragmatic approach. He leaves no stone unturned getting the right result for his clients.’

‘The team is quick to respond and provides high-quality services and advice. They have a high level of scientific understanding which is useful to provide optimal input during patent prosecution. The practice is very competent with new patent applications and prosecution. They also have an IP consultancy arm.’

‘Working with team at Dehns is always a pleasure, as the attitude is one of open collaboration and facilitation, with the art of the possible always at the forefront. On IP issues, the relationship is not purely transactional, it is one of enablement and support. The speed with which matters are dealt with is exceptional and I for one would not work with anyone else.’

‘Mark Bell is a phenomenal patent attorney; a technical expert in physics with a deep understanding of IP matters makes him a unique capability as I would label him as a scientist first who understands the intricacies of the law, rather than an attorney who knows some technical stuff.’

‘The team at Dehns makes in-house IP management easier by anticipating our needs and responding to them in a timely manner.’

‘Mark Bell is an excellent attorney with a solid grasp of the technical subject matter underlying our inventions and products. They provide comprehensive advice on how to navigate matters at hand.’

‘Dehns has consistently been highly responsive and proactive in providing recommendations to serve our client’s interests in European patent matters. That includes pushing back on proposed prosecution strategies when necessary to ensure that strategies specifically tailored to European practice are adopted.’

‘Mark Bell and Adrian Samuels: clarity of communications is first-rate. I value their responsiveness and commitment to providing value to our clients. I am also appreciative of their willingness and availability to discuss matters by phone upon request.’

‘I’ve worked with 3 of the patent attorneys at Denton’s PATMA. Two of them are both a solicitor and patent attorney. This makes the advice they give unparalleled in my experience, certainly compared with other patent attorneys I’ve worked with.’

‘The team is extremely commercial and really understand my business. This means legal advice that also makes my business better.’

‘Justin Hill has an entrepreneurial understanding and is our point person for all our IP strategy.’

‘Marie Jansson Heeks is a solicitor, patent attorney and engineer and you can feel the weight of that expertise in each piece of advice.’

‘Great team with exceptional service and support.’

‘Justin Hill and team are why we moved our business to Dentons. He is exceptional.’

‘Very attentive to technical details, but also to implications that the technical details might have on business and commercial outcomes.’

‘Matt Lawman’s applications are so well crafted that in several cases we had ‘no objections’ reported by the Patent Office, from UK, EU, as well as from USA and other countries.’

‘Everyone at EIP have continued to impress with their level of professionalism, responsiveness, and teamwork.’

‘There is lots of attention to detail when communicating case updates and making recommendations. Monthly reports detailing portfolio status updates and upcoming deadlines have been particularly useful.’

‘Big and reliable firm of trade mark and patent attorneys, the special combination of the traditional trade mark and patent agency services with top patent and trade mark solicitors makes it an obvious choice.’

‘John Hornby is a superbly intelligent patent litigator, with an immense breadth of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Great litigation skills, as he combines having a chemistry degree with starting his legal career as a barrister.’

‘Mark Roberts is my go-to for high stakes EPO opposition work, particularly in the medical device space.’

‘This firm’s culture values ingenuity and resourcefulness in dealing with difficult patent and trade mark prosecution and litigation issues. This firm has also consistently been a reliable source of referrals to outstanding attorneys and agents in other jurisdictions.’

‘Mark Roberts stands out with regard to his resourcefulness, responsiveness, and effectiveness in prosecuting patent applications and handling opposition proceedings in the UK and before the European Patent Office.’

‘The team is excellent at life science IP.’

‘James Cracknell communicates extremely well and can explain options or complex issues simply and effectively. Work is always delivered on time and to an extremely high standard.’

‘J A Kemp is brilliant in their capability to team up for different tasks, to match the task with required and desired skills and expertise. They also fulfil the requirement of flexibility and creativity and are by that capable to deliver very applicable IP products.’

‘Experienced patent agents who are very attentive to clients’ needs. Excellent knowledge of the subject matter and rapid response to clients’ questions.’

‘Very knowledgeable with excellent understanding of the subject matter being discussed. Attention to detail and clients’ wishes. A standout partner is Adam Gregory.’

‘Emma Graham is very experienced and knowledgeable with EPO laws, regulations and procedures and provides timely responses to questions that arise.’

‘While most of our work is handled through their more-than-capable UK offices, their office in Germany and working relationships with other European firms has been quite helpful for country-specific matters.’

‘Technically and commercially very good. One of the top firms, on a par with the best UK patent firms, and of a size that is able to support on a large number of matters.’

‘Dan Thornton is a standout attorney who understands fully our business and is able to provide timely and commercial advice.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable and responsive, each bringing the right expertise to the table. The team dynamics internally and externally is very open and collaborative, and the interactions are always efficient and constructive. There is great willingness to work against ambitious timelines.’

‘Jeremy Webster is my go-to partner for all external work and he always delivers.’

‘The Venner Shipley team have gone above and beyond to enable IP strategy, planning and outsourced support for an upcoming biotech company. They have enabled the secondment of associates to our company to help organise and prosecute our growing IP portfolio. In addition, they have hosted events for us and are always available for discussion and explanation.’

‘I have worked closely with Anton Hutter, who has gone above and beyond to enable a fast-growing biotech to manage its maturing IP portfolio. It’s been great to work with them and I would highly recommend them.’

‘VS provides efficient, thoughtful and reliable legal services and advice. If they do not immediately know the answer, they will find it. I feel comfortable recommending them to clients and have done so in the past.’

‘The VS team have earned my trust with years of exceptional service. They provide realistic and helpful advice. They do not waste my time and are always happy to resolve questions or concerns with a quick video chat or phone call. They do not waste my time, which is the most critically important quality in providing legal services.’

‘The Venner Shipley team is collaborative, which is helpful when managing clients’ intellectual property portfolios worldwide. They are able to easily articulate European-specific issues so that a strategy can be applied consistently in a global fashion.’

‘Paul Derry is an excellent point of contact; he is very responsive and sees the larger picture in a way that greatly benefits clients.’

‘Venner Shipley is known for a client-centric approach. It offers a broad range of services related to IP, such as IP strategy consulting, portfolio management, litigation, prosecution, and licensing. It provides a global network in key jurisdictions, enabling it to handle international matters effectively.’

‘Catrin Petty and Anton Hutter are definitely experts in their fields of practice. Very approachable and do not make you feel you are taking up too much of their time.’

‘Richard Bray and David Clark’s ability to answer our questions promptly and with high quality, especially during urgent times and despite the time difference, is always reassuring. Entrusting them with handling matters in Europe and the UK is always a wise decision. Additionally, they communicate frequently to ensure a correct understanding of the client’s needs and are able to motivate everyone to do their best.’

‘Appleyard Lees has grown in size but retains the character and personality of a small firm; highly focused on the client, super-responsive, and with an excellent strategic approach to patent prosecution and management.’

‘Barbara Fleck is an outstanding European Patent Attorney with expert knowledge in the biotechnology IP space, notably in the fields of transgenic animal technology, antibody engineering, and therapeutic biologics including bi-specific molecules. I am impressed with Barbara’s strategic handling of our caseload. Barbara summarises highly complex arguments with great clarity.’

‘The practice has highly experienced experts in fields covering food science and related technologies who think together with the client about the optimum strategy for protecting IP, which can go beyond thinking about patent content.’

‘The team arranged for us at Appleyard Lees is diverse in its technological and IP skills, as well as their industrial knowledge and background, yet with people knowing about our industry to help drive everybody in the right direction in line with our expectations to maximise relevance of our IP rights. All people are friendly and most importantly curious to understand and fit our needs and bring added value for us.’

‘Richard Bray and Paul Beynon are second-to-none when establishing a trusted relationship with their client and are always available to listen to us and adjust resources and advice in a tailor-made fashion. They are just a pleasure to work with and they are really on top of things to ensure the supporting team outputs are to expected standards.’

‘Appleyard Lees have been exceptional at creating our patent estate and advice on Freedom to Operate. In particular, the patents they craft for us stand out globally in the field as having clear claims that account for the complex, noisy and changing biology. Their leadership in the field is also demonstrated by how the partners and associates have educated examiners in numerous jurisdictions on the appropriateness of our filing and the lack of rational in the application of others.’

‘The team is always flexible and accommodating, often responding at short notice to filing requests. Our patent range is broad and the team is adept at supporting our needs.’

‘The practice has extremely diverse expertise and is particularly strong in our key areas, but we can always find specialists at BB who will cover really far outside of what is expected.’

‘The practice provides us with added value, advising pro bono on IP strategies and contract issues concerning patents. We find Barker Brettell extremely reliable and their services of the highest quality.’

‘I work specifically with David Combes and I find him very reliable and he is an extremely trustworthy patent agent, always putting the client’s interests first. He has a very diverse expertise and files anything, from telecoms to chemical engineering applications, for us. He easily connects with inventors on an extremely professional level and creates a good atmosphere during discussions.’

‘Barker Brettell is considered a relatively small firm, but the individuals we work with are of exceptional quality. They also have a very good commercial knowledge. This is why we take their advice for commercial strategy of our new ventures and, occasionally, licensing.’

‘Barker Brettell patent attorneys have demonstrated impressive technical knowledge and understanding relevant to a broad range of inventions. Their interactions with university academics is professional, approachable and pragmatic, and the advice given always ensures the university inventors are happy and confident with the strategy taken.’

‘We have been particularly impressed with the work and assistance given to us by Jenny Atkinson, David Combes, and Yvonne Johnson. Each have been enormously helpful in helping us to evaluate early stage technologies and take the time to explore the options available to us and our academics. They are patient and intuitive regarding the unique processes and pressures involved in the commercialisation of university IP.’

‘The team are proactive, they remind me of things well in advance, which I appreciate, they are open with their thinking and business approach, and they are flexible.’

‘The team is commercial in its approach, its response times are fantastic and the team is really good at managing expectations. The technical ability is a given.’

‘Andrew Mackenzie is my go-to patent attorney. Not one to bombard people with technical jargon, he is commercial in his approach and always willing to go above and beyond to support our needs.’

‘Very knowledgeable and approachable, making it very desirable for the specialist sector we are in.’

‘Cleveland Scott York is very knowledgeable in European patent law and has been very informative regarding our European patent prosecution. The team is extremely responsive to all email communications and even responds to communications in their evenings, which is very helpful for us, who live in a different time zone in the US.’

‘Nick Bennett is very responsive to our questions and provides well-informed patent counselling. He is also very good at providing costs estimates for certain projects.’

‘We have been working with Cleveland Scott York on an EU Patent opposition for the last 12 months. We have found them to be an exceptional help and resource in tackling a complex area of law that we were unaccustomed to.’

‘They have been excellent in terms of client care and engagement, which is always a useful starting point. They have then provided great consul and strategy, with robust responses to the other party and a dedication to profound and far-reaching research, which is essential in a case such as ours.’

‘Elkington + Fife are among the very best UK and European patent attorneys. They offer a very personal service. Their individual touch makes them excellent to work with.’

‘Glyn Truscott and Richard Gillard are excellent. Richard is a go-to for EPO oppositions.’

‘The team is extremely professional and knowledgeable. They manage our workload very efficiently and keep us informed. The communication is excellent. Admin and attorneys alike are all consistently good.’

‘The patent attorneys and the admin that we have worked with are all extremely personable. There are many firms that could do the job. What makes Elkington stand out is that the people are all lovely to work with! Added to that, the patent attorney we work mainly work with is very responsive and able to turn quality work around quickly.’

‘We use this practice for drafting highly technically-complicated inventions requiring advanced electronic engineering knowledge. Elkington + Fife’s ability to deliver high-quality product for a fixed reasonable cost and in a better than average timeframe is unmatched. They are not wholly reliant on a key partner but have the breadth of attorney coverage that allows them to continue to deliver, even when one individual is unavailable.’

‘The individuals with which I work, including Oliver Kingsbury and Rob O’Callaghan, provide strategic advice, with options that recognise the time constraints of an in-house counsel. This is added value by not merely describing the legal situation but providing concrete choices with prospects of success to help guide a decision in the most efficient means possible.’

‘The individuals with which I work dig in without overcharging to provide solid advice.’

‘M&S have a very deep technical and legal experience that covers areas very relevant for green carbon sequestration technologies. They also have representation in key markets in Germany and the UK, which makes it very relevant. The team work very well together and drafted in a quick time period our patent application.’

‘M&S team of IP experts provides unparalleled knowledge and experience in all areas of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, design protection, and litigation. The firm’s versatile team of attorneys, scientists, and strategists possesses deep experience navigating complex IP landscapes for high-growth, technology-driven industries.’

‘Sean Leach is technically and legally competent, approachable and responsive.’

‘The Mathys & Squire team have been excellent in providing focused and pertinent advice on tricky issues and have shown considerable technical and commercial ability in fintech patent issues.’

‘Paul Cozens demonstrates a masterful grasp of the subject area and is solution driven to problem solving.’

‘From my first call till today, I have seen a kind and professional approach from Mathys & Squire. Despite my language barriers, their patience and understanding makes me feel comfortable and confident through the communication process. I have worked on two patent applications with them in the last year.’

‘Marthys & Squire LLP provides professional services in patent, design, and trade mark prosecutions and other related procedures. Each staff member works without mistakes with a high level of professionalism. Marthys & Squire LLP is a trusted partner in the smooth execution of our work.’

‘Alan MacDougall has been my trusted business partner for more than 10 years. Alan is diligent person who provides helpful, accurate, and timely answers to questions that are unclear for us. Alan has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the intellectual property field and his useful and appropriate advices has always been of great help to us. We look forward to working with him to further expand our business.’

‘We had a product that we believed could be patented and I was recommended to talk to MJ by a mutual friend. They do not disappointed in any way and I am impressed they talk me through a complex process.’

‘Matthew Yip has done an excellent job for us.’

‘The team are knowledgeable and agreeable to liaise with. They make themselves available as required and respond promptly to queries, guiding us through new processes.’

‘Fiona Kellas and Reuben Jacob are extremely helpful in guiding us to navigate what is, for our organisation, a new journey through intellectual property protection. They do so with utmost professionalism and expert advice. We value their input, their expertise and above all their friendliness and good disposition to help us.’

‘Stuart Rowlands is outstanding in his ability to quickly grasp technical drawings and descriptions and develop core items to protect and how to protect them without overly divulging core IP.’

‘Maucher Jenkins is the only firm we work with regularly with such a strong offering in terms of geographical scope and strength in depth.’

‘Hugh Dunlop is a superb technician and very proactive.’

‘Reuben Jacob is a pleasure to work with and his wealth of experience is obvious.’

‘I believe the Beck Greener team is distinguished by its specialisation in the chemical arts, providing an exceptionally high level of expertise and insight that has been extremely beneficial to our client’s interests. The team at Beck Greener are also exceptional communicators and collaborators, along with being timely and proving peace of mind that the client’s interests are in very good hands.’

‘Each person that I’ve worked with at Beck Greener has been truly exceptional. I value their professionalism, timeliness and insights in each matter. I work primarily with John Hull and Catherine Jewell, who I trust explicitly.’

‘The team has been consistently providing high-quality consulting work for us for more than 20 years. The team is knowledgeable about EP patent laws and rules, as well the technology fields they are supporting.’

‘Among others, Anna Hatt and Ben Muir are outstanding. They are not only knowledgeable about their consulting, but very pleasant to work with.’

‘Avi Freeman is an outstanding patent lawyer, who has been very instrumental in both drafting, as well as in establishing the right IP protection plan, based on the multiple inventions we have had over the years.’

‘Jonathan Markham has deep knowledge of the mobility and our specific sector within it. Proactive advice in a long0term relationship.’

‘In my 20 years’ of experience, Beck Greener is the best firm I have worked with on patent matters. Their attorneys are well-versed in all areas of patent law. The thing that stands out most to me is their ability to know when to be pro-active on matters. They understand the business and they accurately predict issues before they become a problem. ’

‘Catherine Jewell and John Hull do a great job not only in addressing the EPO’s rejections, but being mindful of how their representation affects the client’s interests. I am glad to have them on our side when it comes to oppositions.’

‘Responses are courteous and do not cut corners.’

‘The team at Lewis Silkin will always go above and beyond what is expected of them. They act effectively as an extension of our in-house team, and their knowledge of our portfolio is impeccable.’

‘The team are always available and navigate the intricacies of our large organisation with ease, knowing when to push inventors directly or to take a conversation with the IP team.’

‘Tom Gaunt is a head and shoulders above the rest. His attention to detail and commitment to understanding every aspect of our large portfolio is amazing. Despite being the head of a large team, Tom will always put his full attention on our cases where needed, imparting his years of experience in our sector.’

‘I’ve been working with Jonathan Hewett on new technology patents for several years, resulting in one granted patent and several others pending. My experience with Jonathan has been excellent, who moved from Venner Shipley recently.’

‘Jonathan Hewett is an outstanding patent attorney, with broad experience, deep subject knowledge, and excellent drafting and communication skills. His insights, knowledge and questioning help inform our research process, which leads to new discoveries. His knowledge of the patenting process helps us craft filings with the broadest potential coverage, and to respond effectively to emergent challenges. Jonathan’s response to queries is always timely and extremely well considered.’

‘The S&S team has an incredible depth of knowledge in a wide variety of subjects and industrial pockets. We were very impressed with the deep understanding and the pragmatic thinking, taking commercial aspects into account well.’

‘Kevin Cordina has a calm and understanding personality with depth of knowledge and passion to advise. He keeps commercial aspects in focus rather than an academic exercise.’

‘Scott Harrison is an exceptional listener and makes copious notes, either written or in his head. He is able to align his thoughts and practices with undeveloped concepts. He is quick to point out areas where solutions have not been innovated and how a broad patent claim may capture new commercial opportunities.’

‘The technical level of S&P associates is very high and therefore it’s very efficient to produce effective patents within few iterations. The team is always available and proactive.’

‘Their technical knowledge and ability to explain legal jargon in a clear and simple to understand manner is impressive. It also helps that the strategy is discussed upfront and the steps to achieve our IP needs are clear at every step of the way. This is definitely true for Scott Harrison.’

‘It is a pleasure to work with the team at Swindell & Pearson due to the fact that anyone of the team assigned to us is more than willing to point us in the right direction with any of our queries. Their professionalism in doing business has ensured that we have found better ways to construct and use our in-house systems.’

‘Tim Gilbert is super-efficient and understands how to maximise value from IP.’

‘Christine Anglesea is able to work with complex technology fields in a time efficient manner without compromising quality of work, always providing a high standard of work by meeting deadlines even under most tight schedules, excellent solution finding against problems with professional guides and perfect communication skills. ’

‘Swindell & Pearson offers the highest quality patent representation before the EPO. I’ve found them quick to engage personally, in person or via Zoom.’

‘We engaged with Swindell & Pearson when we needed to onboard a new patent portfolio. The team of Scott Harrison was instrumental in facilitating the transition of portfolio management. Their proactive approach, meticulous follow-up, and effective teamwork ensure a smooth process. Their strong customer orientation is evident throughout our collaboration.’