Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Intellectual property, Patents, Copyright, Trade marks and design, Litigation and dispute resolution

Partner, London

Jonathan is an IP lawyer with a particular focus on resolving innovation and brand-led disputes and achieving successful outcomes in complex, cross-border transactions.

With over 15 years of experience, Jonathan advises clients across innovation-led and brand-led industries, including consumer products and related technologies, life sciences (small molecules, biologics, and diagnostics), energy, defence, food, beverage and fashion. He handles high-stakes UK and multi-jurisdictional patent and trade secrets disputes (litigation and arbitration), strategically significant transactions, collaborations and cross-border licensing and technology transfer. Jonathan is well-versed in coordinating pan-European patent litigation and addressing market access issues, with extensive experience before all major UK forums from the UK-IPO to the Supreme Court.

Jonathan’s scientific background – a doctorate in chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology – fuels his passion for understanding the technical and legal intricacies of his cases and transactions. He is enthusiastic about the role intellectual property plays in fostering innovation.

Committed to team development, Jonathan takes pride in mentoring and nurturing talent, fostering a collaborative "one team" approach with clients and their other legal advisors and technical professionals. His people-centric style ensures alignment with clients’ commercial objectives, delivering cohesive and impactful solutions.