Michael Roberts

Patents & Plant Varieties

PartnerMichael has acted for clients from around the world, including small and medium-sized companies, multinationals and universities. In addition to patent drafting and prosecution, he assists clients with due diligence and patent reports, notably for private or public fund raising, patent portfolio advice, and issues such as freedom to operate and patent validity.

Recently, Michael has contributed to The CIPA Guide to Patents Acts, 9th edition. This publication combines knowledge from 30 legal professionals, all individually selected for their proficient knowledge.

Michael is one of the IAM Top 1000 patent attorneys.

European Design Attorney (2003)

European Patent Attorney (2003)

Chartered Patent Attorney (2003)

PhD in Molecular Genetics, University of St Andrews

MSc degree in Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Natal

BSc (Hons) degree in Cell Biology, University of Natal