August Debouzy boasts a leading patents practice distinguished by its balanced integration of lawyers and patent attorneys, many dual-qualified as European patent attorneys and equipped to handle Unified Patent Court representations. The team excels in comprehensive patent services, from high-stakes litigation and EPO oppositions to strategic prosecution, freedom-to-operate analyses, and licensing. The practice is jointly steered by François Pochart and Grégoire Desrousseaux, both engineers-turned-lawyers with deep expertise in life sciences, telecoms, and mechanics, and Lionel Martin, who specialises in litigation across the telecoms, energy, medical devices and automotive sectors. Julia Cohen-Solal advises French and foreign clients on their industrial property strategy, in particular for patent matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team was highly recommended by a well-known IP firm in Germany. The patent team is well-organised and efficient, led by well-experienced counsels and supported by hard-working younger counsels. ’
- ‘François Pochart showed great experience in the EPO practice and a deep understanding of technology and European case law, and led the case successfully. I worked with Lionel Martin in a patent infringement case before the French court. The case sometimes required quick action in relation to the seizure and unexpected submissions by the other party, but he and his team were always flexible and led the case in our favour. ’
- ‘Effective collaboration among the team members at the firm.'
- ‘Anaïs Pallut stands out for her skills, responsiveness and communication throughout the process.’
- ‘Strong reputation in the patents space.’
- ‘Extremely competent in legal matters and very responsive. Inspires a great deal of confidence.’
Work highlights
Representing Raccords et Plastiques Nicoll as claimant in an infringement action against First, brought before the LD Paris.
Assisting Unilever with an infringement action before the French local division launched by IGB S.r.l.
Represented Teva in defending two PI requests launched by Biogen regarding Dimethyl Fumarate, an active ingredient used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.
Lawyers
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Anaïs Pallut
Julia Cohen-Solal
Practice head
François Pochart; Grégoire Desrousseaux; Lionel Martin
Other key lawyers
Océane Millon de La Verteville; Anaïs Pallut