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Simmons & Simmons focuses on technology as well as healthcare and life sciences: it counts a number of large international companies among its client base and represents them in disputes that frequently entail cross-border elements. The practice is headed by a duo consisting of Peter Meyer, who advises on patent law as well as related antitrust matters, and Thomas Gniadek, who focuses on the telecommunications, automotive and medical technology sectors and is also well versed in SEP-related disputes.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team combines very strong leadership in the person of Thomas Gniadek with excellent support for others. The firm has a presence across Europe, which is very helpful for our licensing campaigns.'
- 'Thomas Gniadek has excellent legal and technical skills while being very available and approachable. He is a hard-working individual who does what needs to be done and he is also a great partner to work with.'
Key clients
- Bayer Health Care
- Bühlmann
Work highlights
Advising and representing SiBionics in a cross-border legal dispute against Abbott Diabetes Care, including proceedings before the UPC (Local Division Düsseldorf, 1 patent), the Regional Court Düsseldorf (2 patents), as well as in proceedings in the Netherlands, UK, Spain and Italy (UPC Local Division The Hague (2 patents) and United Kingdom High Court (2 patents).