Jones Day houses a specialist patent attorney unit that has established a strong reputation in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Embedded within the firm's global network, the group is also well equipped for cross-border matters and large disputes. Olga Bezzubova, who acts as co-head of the firm's global patent prosecution practice as well as head of the German team, has particular experience in the life sciences sector. Dorothée Weber-Bruls is responsible for physics and is further adept in mechanical engineering matters.
Testimonials
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'Dorothée Weber-Bruls is knowledgeable.'
'Very good understanding of the subject matter in terms of content and technology.'
'Gerd Jaekel: Very good understanding of content and technology. Can assess risks pragmatically and make according recommendations to the client.'
Key clients
- Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.
- Keryx Biopharmaceuticals
- Genentech, Inc.
- Rational AG
- Motherson Group
- Sunrise Medical
- Blickle Räder + Rollen GmbH u. Co. KG
- MSA Dafety
- Convex Universal Limited
- CYLANCE Inc.
- Ensyn Renewables
- Tektronix
- Blickle Räder + Rollen GmbH u. Co. KG
- Quarkstar
- Samvardhana
Work highlights
- Advising Keryx on its patent portfolio for products in the field of chronic kidney disease.
- Representing Genentech in patent applications and opposition proceedings as well as advising on contractual issues relating to German and European patents in connection with a collaboration agreement with BioNTech.
- Advising a semiconductor manufacturer and provider of mobile communications products in patent grant proceedings with regard to potential future infringement proceedings.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Olga Bezzubova, Dorothée Weber-Bruls