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Charlie Balme

Work Department

Intellectual Property

Position

Charlie is a Partner and patent litigator at Marks & Clerk Law who advises clients across a spectrum of fields encompassing biotechnology, medicinal devices, manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, media and technology.

After playing a leading role in a number of complex and high profile disputes and with over 15 years’ experience, Charlie is recognised as a global leader in life sciences patent litigation. His lead role in the successful, multijurisdictional Chugai Pharmaceutical UCB case before the UK courts particularly stands out.

Education

Diploma in Intellectual Property Law, Bristol University (2005)

Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales (2003)

LLB (Hons), University of Edinburgh (1998)

Leisure

Away from work, Charlie enjoys ski touring, hill walking and sailing with friends and family.

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