The patents team at Bird & Bird is well versed in advising on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters. The group has a solid track record in handling domestic and multinational patent litigation, often for prominent blue-chip clients. Patent litigation expert Anne-Charlotte Le Bihan co-heads the practice with Géraldine Arbant. Yves Bizollon is well regarded for his expertise in acting for food, energy, defence, and automotive sector companies in complex litigation, and Laurent Labatte is very well known for handling litigation in technical fields. The practice was bolstered by the arrival of Thierry Lautier in July 2023.
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‘Strong team with great depth of understanding in the technology, met billing estimates/expectations, great at communication.’
‘Great at communicating the case issues and strategy, especially between counsel in multiple countries.’
‘The team is well-organized, works quickly and efficiently, and meets deadlines, giving due attention and keeping to schedules.’
‘Thierry Lautier has an excellent ability to analyze large amounts of information and come to logical and well-reasoned conclusions, with good communication skills. Working on complex topics with accuracy and attention to detail.’
‘Thierry has broad expertise makes him a one-stop shop for IP/patent intensive matters, including commercial negotiations. Thierry is very accountable on any matters he is in charge of, and the team is innovative in its way of working.'
Key clients
- Edwards Lifesciences
- Honeywell
- Nexans
- Microsoft
- Broadcom
- Zodiac
- Lesaffre
- Minakem
- Baxter
- Allergan (Abbvie)
- Keboda
- Nestlé
- Dexcom
- Akwel
- Leko Labs
Work highlights
- Representing Dexcom in a patent infringement action launched against Abbott.
- Representing Zodiac in a patent infringement procedure launched against its Chinese competitor Wybotics.
- Acting for Edwards Life Sciences in three patent infringement actions against Indian company Meril and its French distributor.
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Anne-Charlotte Le Bihan, Géraldine Arbant