Boult Wade Tennant LLP > Cambridge, England > Firm Profile
Boult Wade Tennant LLP Offices
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CAMBRIDGE
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Boult Wade Tennant LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > PATMA: Patent attorneys Tier 1
Boult Wade Tennant LLP has offices located in the UK, Germany, and Spain, enabling it to seamlessly advise clients on domestic and international patent portfolios. The team has witnessed an increase in EPO-related advice, and continues to assist clients with filings, draftings, oppositions and appeals, freedom to operate, prosecutions, and portfolio management. Nina White leads the biotechnology and pharmaceutical practice area groups, which advise SMEs and university start-ups on the drafting of their original patent specifications. Reading-based Adrian Hayes heads up the chemical and materials department. Also located in Reading, Jonathan Palmer has developed expertise in the physics, electronics, and computer software arenas, and engineering specialist Tessa Bucks is another key name in the team.Practice head(s):
Dr Nina White; Tessa Bucks; Adrian Hayes; Jonathan Palmer
Other key lawyers:
Rohan Setna; Daniel Weston; Jo Pelly; Jason Pelly; Neil Thomson; Michelle Pratt; Matthew Spencer; Martyn Draper; Marcus Sims; James Short
Testimonials
‘BWT’s team has remained stable over many years of working together. This kind of stability, and knowing who we will be working with on a consistent basis, fosters trust in the relationship.’
‘Jo Pelly takes a very pragmatic and helpful approach to our interactions. Having worked with Jo for over a decade, I have come to rely upon her for sound insights into the nuances of EPO practice. While she is always able to provide alternative strategies to dealing with difficult prosecution matters, and Jo’s ability to highlight what is often the most useful approach allows us to achieve successful outcomes.’
‘The team are very experienced in our technology area and go out of their way to understand both our technical and commercial requirements.’
‘Tessa Bucks is an expert in patent prosecution and European opposition. In particular, she has represented us successfully in complex oral proceedings in front of the EPO. She is proactive when we seek her advice on third party patents and potential freedom to operate issues, considering both the legal and commercial aspects.’
‘The team at Boult works together seamlessly, ensuring cover for our ongoing cases. All associates are of high standard and have clearly benefitted from a clear briefing from the lead partner on the case. All work is always done to the highest standard and clearly explained to us as a client. No deadlines are ever missed and we receive multiple reminders.’
‘James Short is our lead partner and he has supported the business for the last 7 years. He is a brilliant attorney with in-depth knowledge of not only his legal field, but also of the technical side of things. No challenge is too big for him and he is always able to support the technical ambitions of our business.’
‘Neil Thomson, Daniel Weston, and Rohan Setna make a strong team who get on well together and who communicate well with each other over their client’s patent portfolio. Linked up thinking and easy to work with.’
‘They are incredibly smart and quick to pickup concepts and really understand our product. They have been brilliant to work with.’
Key clients
MC2 Therapeutics
intoDNA
Almac Discovery Limited
Abbott Laboratories
Iceotope Group Limited
friSense Technologies Limited
Audiomob
Ancestry.com Operations Inc
Paragraf Limited
Gravity Industries Ltd
Intercontinental Great Brands LLC
Caterpillar, Inc.
TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > PATMA: Trade mark attorneys Tier 1
With offices in the UK, Germany, and Spain, the ‘first-rate‘ trade mark group at Boult Wade Tennant LLP is active in oppositions before the UKIPO, EPO, and WIPO. It also undertakes a significant volume of trade mark filings and is well equipped to handle large portfolio management mandates and brand protection work. Rachel Conroy leads the practice, and she is ably supported by Emma Pitcher, who is active in supporting India-based clients. Catherine Wolfe is sought after by clients located in China. Following Nick McLeish ’s retirement in May 2023, Tony Pluckrose has taken over as senior partner with expertise across both the trade mark and the patents arena.Practice head(s):
Rachel Conroy; Emma Pitcher
Other key lawyers:
Felicity Hide; Tony Pluckrose; Catherine Wolfe; Connor Thorogood; Emily Scott; Anusha Arunasalam
Testimonials
‘We engage local associates throughout the world and BWT has emerged, over many years of collaboration, as the best. While their technical expertise and responsiveness are outstanding, it is their commercial savvy that truly sets them apart. This comes to the fore in enforcement proceedings, and in availability advice. I will add that they have shown remarkable integrity and loyalty over the years.’
‘We are very happy with Tony Pluckrose, Rachal Conroy, and Emily Scott.’
‘They are absolutely first rate. Great trade mark knowledge, brainy, and savvy.’
‘Tony Pluckrose, Emma Pitcher, Catherine Wolfe, and Connor Thorogood are all very different in character but all first rate; super bright, very commercial, and client-oriented team players.’
‘This team are both the best at what they do and very easy to deal with. A winning combination! They know the law and they know how to navigate it in a commercial, pragmatic way.’
‘Emma Pitcher and Tony Pluckrose are simply the best in the business. They have huge experience and knowledge and are the go-to individuals for trade mark work.’
Key clients
Pink Floyd (1987) Limited
The Society incorporated by Lloyd’s Act 1871 by the name of Lloyd’s
Eicher Motors Limited
Law Offices of Derek S. Yee
Vodafone Group
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Hugo Boss Trade Mark Management GmbH & Co. KG
Eicher Motors Limited – ROYAL ENFIELD
Warp Snacks Limited
The Go Foods Company GmbH
Yetigel International (S.A)
Bauer Media
Boult Wade Tennant LLP > Firm Profile
Boult is a top-tier European firm specializing in IP advice and solutions for both domestic and international clients. Our focus is on delivering a quality work product, understanding our client’s markets, and making sound judgements – values we have upheld since our establishment in 1894. With experts located in the UK, Germany, and Spain, we collaborate seamlessly to provide IP expertise and commercial knowledge, enabling our clients to achieve their business goals. We foster cross-team and cross-border collaboration, encouraging the exchange of ideas and information amongst our staff. What keeps our team together is our dedication to delivering excellent service to clients through a practical problem-solving approach. We excel at what we do, with many of our professionals being leaders in their respective fields. We possess a genuine passion for guiding clients through every aspect of their IP journey, from exploitation and protection to commercial use, infringement, or disputes. We offer creative yet pragmatic advice, a high degree of professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to our clients.
Services
- Trade marks: Our highly skilled experts are experienced negotiators and have particular expertise in the management of large portfolios; searching and watching; domain name recovery; and trading standards and customs work.
- Patents: Our European, UK and German experts advise on the creation, exploitation and enforcement of IP rights across a wide range of sectors. They provide creative IP solutions and outstanding client service.
- Designs: The team can advise clients across a wide range of industries on matters of design law and practice. They combine their commercial knowledge with legal expertise to provide high quality advice that is always pragmatic.
- Global plant breeders’ rights and national listings: The team supports horticultural and biopharma clients, has significant experience in UK plant breeders’ rights, can assist clients in obtaining rights across Europe and offers advice on infringement risks associated with rights held by third parties.
Responsible business
Boult is proud to call itself a responsible business. It’s a facet of our business that we take very seriously, making commercial decisions which do not solely boost our bottom line, but deliver real benefits to our people. Our internal culture and our well-being is really important to us, but we are equally focused upon improving the wider community at home and abroad. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace, promote sustainable practices, and have a clear sense of purpose. We are committed to making a positive impact in our industry, on society and the environment.
To find out more about how Boult can help your business, contact us, or sign up to our mailing list, visit our website (www.boult.com).
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Press Releases
Boult Wade Tennant ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 survey
15th May 2023 We are delighted to be ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 survey (medium organisations) and highly recommended as a place to work for ethnic minority employees.Boult Wade Tennant LLP’s London team has moved
18th March 2019Boult Wade Tennant LLP’s London team has moved to a new office location.
Salisbury Square House is a bright and flexible space offering clients and staff alike an improved working environment and new facilities.
We are very pleased to announce that our Trade Mark group have been ranked in the top tier of the 20
21st February 2019Managing Partner and Head of the Trade Mark and Domain Names practice group John Wallace commented ”This is a tremendous result for the firm. It demonstrates the calibre of our team here at Boult Wade Tennant. We have great people across the practice groups and support teams who make it possible for us to continue to be a leading firm. It is very rewarding for us to be recognised by an independent source such as MIP - what a great way to start this year especially as we are celebrating . This year the firm celebrates our 125th anniversary”.
Boult Wade Tennant opens in Berlin, Germany
6th February 2019Boult Wade Tenant is delighted to announce the opening of the Berlin office.
Celebrating 125 years of Boult Wade Tennant!
8th January 2019This year, 2019, we are delighted to be celebrating the 125th anniversary of Boult Wade Tennant.
New Partner announcement
8th November 2017Boult Wade Tennant are delighted to announce the promotion of Susi Fish to Partner, effective as of 1 November 2017.
Boult Wade Tennant ‘highly recommended’ by IAM 1000
21st June 2017We are pleased to announce that Boult Wade Tennant has again been listed as ‘highly recommended’ in IAM Patent 1000’s ‘The world’s leading patent professionals 2017’ annual review. As well as this, two senior team members have been listed as ‘highly recommended individuals: prosecution’, which is both a personal achievement and one that reflects the hard work and dedication of the teams with which they work.
The IAM guide aims to identify the leading patent professionals in key jurisdictions across the globe. The list is the result of five months of detailed research involving interviews and surveys with thousands of private practice lawyers and attorneys. The named practitioners have received high praise and recommendations from both peers and clients alike.
On the inclusion, Senior Partner Nick Mcleish commented “I am delighted to see
Boult Wade Tennant ranked so highly by this prestigious directory. We are extremely proud to read that our clients praise our work and comment that ‘everything you see from Boult Wade Tennant screams high quality’. To also have so many of our individuals recognised further demonstrates the firm’s continued approach to offering innovative and practical advice to the widest range of clients and is evidence of the exceptional client service we strive to provide.”
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Boult Wade Tennant Partner recognised in Managing Intellectual Property STARS Top 250 Women in IP
6th June 2017Boult Wade Tennant Partner, Catherine Wolfe, has been listed within the 2017 edition of Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) STARS Top 250 Women in IP for a second year running. She is one of only 20 selected from the UK.