Benjamin May heads up the patents practice at Aramis, which has particular strength in advising prominent pharmaceutical clients on a wide range of patent matters. Key areas of instruction include infringement claims, licensing agreements, preliminary injunctions, invalidity proceedings and R&D agreements. The group has also seen an increase in work from clients in the biotech and life sciences sectors. Other key names in the department include David Roche, who is well versed in assisting emerging technology entities, and Annabelle Divoy, who focuses on FRAND disputes and SEP issues.

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  • ‘Aramis has a solid team to handle IP files, as well as a wide range of skills and the ability to collaborate with different players in the field on complex issues.’

  • ‘Benjamin May is a recognized expert, experienced, clear and lucid.’

Key clients

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Lanaform
  • Belmoca
  • Arcadophta & BVI France
  • Angus
  • Enyx

Work highlights

  • Representing Fresenius Medical Care in pan-European litigation against Nipro relating to the infringement and validity of a European medical device patent.
  • Acted for Lanaform in an infringement action.

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Practice head

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Benjamin May

Other key lawyers

David Roche, Annabelle Divoy