Helmed by Kate Swaine, Gowling WLG provides a full-service offering to its global clients, with core streams of work being comprised of patent litigation spanning technology, telecoms, and life sciences, and SEP/FRAND strategy and litigation, as well as AI-related mandates. Paul Inman is recommended for his expertise in handling blockbuster disputes for notable names in the pharmaceutical space, and Alexandra Brodie is a strong choice for a plethora of technology products, including AI, blockchain, quantum computing, and cyber security. Patrick Duxbury is distinguished on the transactional side, and Huw Evans is an established presence in the healthcare and technology sectors, with Luke Kempton leveraging his biochemistry experience to operate within the biotech and pharmaceutical arenas. Matt Hervey‘s capabilities encompass AI, SEP/FRAND, life sciences, and automotive issues.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Alexandra Brodie and Huw Evans are both excellent partners.'

  • ‘Alexandra Brodie is an excellent leader in the field in telecoms cases. She is calm and unflappable under pressure, and has an excellent understanding of the field and how to achieve a client's commercial objectives, as well as a superb sense of litigation strategy and an eye for detail.’

  • ‘Gowling WLG is a leading IP practice with some exceptional patent practitioners. Approachable, friendly lawyers with a superb grasp of the law. Client-focused, commercial approach.’

  • ‘They are all excellent patent lawyers and litigators.'

  • 'Kate Swaine is a super IP practitioner with excellent organisation abilities.'
  • ‘Huw Evans is extremely intelligent, incredibly resourceful, and knowledgeable about current legal issues.'

  • ‘A big, specialised patents team, who are in and out of court all the time. They really know their stuff, are great to work with, and offer excellent value for money.’

  • ‘Paul Inman is very client friendly, responsive and easy to work with.’

Key clients

  • InterDigital
  • Isomorphic Labs
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Neurim Pharmaceuticals
  • Molecular Instruments Inc.
  • GKN Aerospace Services Limited
  • Dyson Technology Limited
  • BioNTech

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kate Swaine

Other key lawyers

Paul Inman, Alexandra Brodie, Patrick Duxbury, Huw Evans, Luke Kempton, Matt Hervey