Patrick Lloyd > Reddie & Grose LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile
Reddie & Grose LLP Offices
THE WHITECHAPEL BUILDING
10 WHITECHAPEL HIGH STREET
LONDON
E1 8QS
England
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Patrick Lloyd
Work Department
Patents & Trade Marks
Position
Partner
Patrick’s patent practice is mainly in the electrical and electronics fields, with a particular focus on electronic trading systems, computer implemented inventions and telecommunications. His background in Engineering Science also allows him to bring a deep understanding to patent applications in the areas of power systems, semiconductors, manufacturing technology, wind turbines and cleantech inventions.
Patrick’s clients include a broad range of international companies and universities based in the UK and Europe, the USA and Japan. His specialities include assisting clients with invention spotting, drafting new applications, devising patent filing strategies for protection around the world, preparing infringement and validity opinions, and advising on competitor activities.
Patrick also handles trade mark matters, particularly in the financial sector.
He has a wide experience of all aspect of trade mark practice including the selection and clearance of new marks, worldwide registration, oppositions and dispute resolution.
Career
Patrick has over 30 years’ experience in advising clients about patents and trade marks. He joined Reddie & Grose in 1987 after a short spell with another firm and became a partner in 1990.
A high point of Patrick’s career includes participation in a series of international client meetings, scheduled with the aim of developing a client’s patent portfolio and maximising enforcement and licensing opportunities. The experience continues to inform his day to day practice.
Patrick has spoken on patent and trade mark issues at numerous conferences and meetings around the world, and is a regular speaker on topics such as the protection of software and business method related inventions. He sits on the UK Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys Computer Implemented Inventions Committee.
Managing Intellectual Property lists Patrick as one of its IP Stars:
The “responsive” team impresses clients and peers. “They provide very practical and cost-effective advice” says one client. “Patrick Lloyd is the most impressive.”
Memberships
American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
Association Internationale pour la Protection de la Propriété Intellectuelle (AIPPI)
Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA)
European Communities Trade Mark Association (ECTA)
Fédération Internationale de Conseils en Propriété Industrielle (FICPI)
Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA)
Education
BSc Engineering Science, Exeter University (1984)
Chartered Patent Attorney (1988)
European Patent Attorney (1989)
Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (1990)
Leisure
When not in the office, Patrick plays the saxophone and oboe, and enjoys cricket and jazz.
Lawyer Rankings
London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > PATMA: Trade mark attorneys
Reddie & Grose LLP‘s offering encompasses the entire spectrum of building trademark portfolios for clients in the consumer products, entertainment and media, technology, charity, and financial sectors, including filing, prosecution, opposition and enforcement work. With expertise in the automotive industry, Helen Wakerley jointly leads the team alongside Patrick Lloyd. Chairman Alice Findlay and executive partner Jan Vleck are further key members of the team. Tom Sharman – a UK and European trademark, patent, and design attorney with a strong emphasis on assisting UK-based businesses with their global expansion strategies – is also recommended.