England - London • TMT (technology, media and telecoms)

Simmons & Simmons

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Simmons & Simmons’s UK patent attorney team routinely works alongside the firm’s offices in Amsterdam and Munich to handle EPO opposition and appeals, drafting matters, and prosecutions. The group is also able to utilise the firm’s strong group of solicitors working in litigation and transactional mandates. Practice head Kevin Cordina is skilled in patents regarding electronics and medical devices, especially matters concerning prosecution and contentious work. Another key member is managing associate Frederick Nicolle, who specialises in the life science sector. Lawrence King departed in December 2023 to join D Young & Co LLP.

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Testimonials

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  • 'They are down to earth, kind, thorough, and clearly passionate about what they do.'

  • ‘Laurence Lai is phenomenal. He is incredibly knowledgeable, asks excellent clarifying questions when needed, is easy to talk to, and is very accessible. He is always timely with his draft responses as well.'

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Key clients

  • Leica Biosystems
  • Xiaomi

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Work highlights

  • Assisting Leica Biosystems with their diagnostics business units, taking an increased share of work from incumbent firms.
  • Advising environmentally friendly technology such as Ocean Bottle on IP matters as part of its commitment to GreenTech.

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