Venner Shipley LLP > Manchester, England > Firm Profile

‘The team has particular strength and experience with patenting software-related inventions. They provide valuable input both pre-filing and throughout the prosecution process.’ 

‘I have relied on Pawel Piotrowicz for over twenty years. Pawel is a valued collaborator on behalf of a number of clients. I often turn to him for strategic advice when preparing new patent applications and seeking his input on drafting strategies. In providing advice, he leverages not only deep understanding of UK and EPO practice, particularly with software inventions, but also strong knowledge of US practice, which makes his advice universally useful and practical.’ 

‘Venner Shipley are truly irreplaceable for us and are an absolutely integral part of what we do. Their attention to detail and focus is peerless. Their understanding of and expertise in the science we are developing is invaluable. The firm is utterly unique and that cannot be overstated.’ 

‘My main interaction at Venner Shipley has been with Anton Hutter. He always takes the time to explain the patent process, is proactive with suggestions and acts across a number of our projects.’ 

‘Pawel Piotrowicz is an excellent patent attorney, with quite a few years of experience. He has assisted us with drafting and FTOs and is someone who understands the client’s requirements and needs. He is knowledgeable, experienced and is able to help deal with issues during the filing process.’ 

‘Other than being thought leaders in specific subject areas, Venner Shipley have demonstrated a capability of cross-disciplinary collaboration, which produces better outcomes on complex patent cases in my experience.’ 

‘Almut Elend (Allie) is a partner and expert in pharmaceutical sciences and chemistry. She is an exceptional scientist and quickly grasps advanced scientific principles in areas outside her area of expertise. She translates scientifically challenging concepts, ideas and data into tangible and easy to understand patents.’ 

‘Pawel Piotrowicz and Anton Hutter are the standout partners I have worked with. They are excellent attorneys and also demonstrate commercial pragmatism along with their knowledge of IP prosecution.’ 

‘The Venner Shipley trade mark team works hard to protect our trade marks and we can rely on them to provide us with commercially sound advice.’ 

‘Clare Turnbull is my primary contact. She is very approachable and personable and has a great way with clients. She is highly responsive and is able to help clients understand what they need to be thinking about when it comes to trade marks and brand protection.’ 

‘Camilla Sexton and Gloria Parmesan are highly skilled and experienced trade mark attorneys. Highly responsive and reliable with practical solutions.’ 

‘In our experience, the team gives down-to-earth and pragmatic advice when advising clients on their portfolios and help clients prioritise what is important, so they obtain the right scope of protection.’ 

‘I work closely with David Birchall on our trade mark portfolio, and he provides an excellent level of support. Nothing is too much trouble, and the advice and input we receive represents good value for money.’ 

‘I have worked with Jane Martin for over 12 years and I have found her to be both wise and commercial. Jane has been an excellent guide and her advice has been exemplary. I trust her implicitly.’ 

‘Camilla Sexton is outstanding in terms of knowledge, advice and approach to my trade mark enquiries and registrations.’ 

‘Yoann Rousseau has built a strong relationship with our team over a number of years. He always makes himself available, keeps us up to date on matters and, most importantly, provides practical, sensible advice that we can deploy quickly within our business.’