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Marks & Clerk Offices
15 Fetter Lane
LONDON
EC4A 1BW
England
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Charlie Balme
Work Department
Intellectual Property
Position
Charlie is a Partner and patent litigator at Marks & Clerk Law who advises clients across a spectrum of fields encompassing biotechnology, medicinal devices, manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, media and technology.
After playing a leading role in a number of complex and high profile disputes and with over 15 years’ experience, Charlie is recognised as a global leader in life sciences patent litigation. His lead role in the successful, multijurisdictional Chugai Pharmaceutical v UCB case before the UK courts particularly stands out.
Education
Diploma in Intellectual Property Law, Bristol University (2005)
Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales (2003)
LLB (Hons), University of Edinburgh (1998)
Leisure
Away from work, Charlie enjoys ski touring, hill walking and sailing with friends and family.
Lawyer Rankings
London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Intellectual property: patents (contentious and non-contentious)
On account of its expertise in the life sciences field, ‘excellent’ Marks & Clerk counts large pharma and biotech companies in its roster. Steering the practice is Mike Gilbert, whose patent litigation experience in the biotech, pharma and chemical sectors means he acts for numerous high profile biopharmaceutical clients. ‘Exceptionally experienced’ key contact Dafydd Bevan is active in the electronics, software, telecoms and mechanical sectors and is well-versed in high-tech and engineering patent litigation. Graham Burnett-Hall is noted for his ability to handle highly technical mandates, while Charlie Balme regularly handles patent and licensing disputes in the life sciences field. Associate Tom Taylor adds to the firm’s litigation expertise. Trevor Crosse departed in November 2022 to Osborne Clarke LLP.