Hogan Lovells International LLP
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Hogan Lovells International LLP is highly sought-after in cross-border patent litigation and strategy matters. With experience before the Dutch courts, the EPO, and the Unified Patent Court, the team manages the full lifecycle of patent matters, from enforcement and defence to licensing and portfolio strategy. Ruud van der Velden, a cross-border patent litigator with a ‘strategic mindset’ in complex high-tech, pharmaceutical, and life sciences disputes, co-heads the team alongside Gertjan Kuipers, a patent and technology trial specialist with deep expertise in telecom, mechanical, and chemical patent matters. Dirk-Jan Ridderinkhof is a further key team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Ruud van der Velden: an imposing, straightforward lawyer who has clarity of thought and a strategic mindset that can execute on complex legal strategies.'
- ‘Gertjan Kuipers combines razor-sharp strategic thinking with a calm, practical approach that instils confidence in both clients and colleagues. His ability to cut through complexity and deliver persuasive advocacy is second to none.'
Key clients
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Oppo
Work highlights
Acting in a landmark Supreme Court win for BMS in patent infringement proceedings relating to BMS’s product Eliquis® (apixaban) against the generics Sandoz, Teva and Stada.