A&O Shearman takes on both contentious and transactional patent advice, with clients from the pharmaceutical, tech and telecoms sectors seeking the practice out for advice on SEP and FRAND matters, in addition to licensing and R&D agreements. Practice head Frits Gerritzen represents clients in both enforcement and validity proceedings, with extensive experience in medical equipment, pharmaceutical and antibodies patents in addition to providing assistance with licensing contracts. Marleen van Putten acts for tech clients in patent disputes, with further experience in assisting with M&A-related patent transfers, while Sophie van Asten supports both tech and life sciences clients in validity and infringement proceedings.
Testimonials
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'Frits Gerritzen has a wealth of experience in complex pan-European life sciences patent litigation. The practice has been growing and also benefits from strong teams based in London and Paris, which often work together.'
'Frits Gerritzen is diligent and has in-depth knowledge of genetic engineering and immunology. He gets very involved in the matters, which is great from a client perspective.'
Key clients
- NPM
- LeydenLabs