Mathys & Squire LLP
Client SatisfactionThe patent attorneys at Mathys & Squire LLP boast expertise in the biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, medical devices, electronic, engineering, and AI industries. The team has received praise from one client for its ‘unparalleled knowledge and experience in all areas of intellectual property’. EPO oppositions, appeals, and litigation form a core part of this offering, as well as patent filings. Head of the firm’s Cambridge office Alan MacDougall represents a range of clients from the technology sector, while London-based Chris Hamer heads up the chemistry team. Martin MacLean steers the life science department, and Paul Cozens chairs the engineering group, which houses Sean Leach, who has particular expertise in electronics, medical devices, and software-related patent work.
Testimonials
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‘M&S have a very deep technical and legal experience that covers areas very relevant for green carbon sequestration technologies. They also have representation in key markets in Germany and the UK, which makes it very relevant. The team work very well together and drafted in a quick time period our patent application.'
‘M&S team of IP experts provides unparalleled knowledge and experience in all areas of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, design protection, and litigation. The firm's versatile team of attorneys, scientists, and strategists possesses deep experience navigating complex IP landscapes for high-growth, technology-driven industries.’
‘Sean Leach is technically and legally competent, approachable and responsive.’
‘The Mathys & Squire team have been excellent in providing focused and pertinent advice on tricky issues and have shown considerable technical and commercial ability in fintech patent issues.’
‘Paul Cozens demonstrates a masterful grasp of the subject area and is solution driven to problem solving.’
‘From my first call till today, I have seen a kind and professional approach from Mathys & Squire. Despite my language barriers, their patience and understanding makes me feel comfortable and confident through the communication process. I have worked on two patent applications with them in the last year.'
‘Marthys & Squire LLP provides professional services in patent, design, and trade mark prosecutions and other related procedures. Each staff member works without mistakes with a high level of professionalism. Marthys & Squire LLP is a trusted partner in the smooth execution of our work.’
‘Alan MacDougall has been my trusted business partner for more than 10 years. Alan is diligent person who provides helpful, accurate, and timely answers to questions that are unclear for us. Alan has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the intellectual property field and his useful and appropriate advices has always been of great help to us. We look forward to working with him to further expand our business.’
Key clients
- The Open University
- Government of Technology and Transfer
- AAK AB
- 3M
- Abbott Laboratories
- Cisco
- Nvidia
- BP
- Procter & Gamble
- Keramed Inc
- Petronas
- Sanofi
- Cambridge University
- Imperial College London
- Cardiff University
- Queen’s Belfast
- Touch Biometrix Ltd
Work highlights
- Represented AAK AB successfully in a defensive opposition appeal with respect to commercial chocolate products, allowing them to defend an important monopoly in the chocolate sector.
- Represented Keramed Inc successfully before the EPO Examining Division, protecting its market share in the artificial corneal implants market.
- Represented a client in bringing a test case in the Unified Patent Court to try to overturn initial precedents set by the Munich Section of the Central Division of the UPC relating to public access to court documents.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jane Clark, Paul Cozens, Chris Hamer, Alan MacDougall, Martin MacLean