Leveraging the firm’s global network, Jones Day demonstrates proficiency in patent and trade secret litigation, while also frequently advising on cross-border enforcement and validity challenges. With established expertise in the life sciences, electronics and mechanics segments, the practice’s portfolio extends to prosecution, oppositions and transactional support. THe team is jointly steered by Thomas Bouvet, a veteran in high-stakes patent disputes across biotech and tech, patent enforcement expert Emmanuel Baud , and Edouard Fortunet, who leads on IP transactions. Colin Devinant focuses on patent validity and infringement litigation, while Eddy Prothiere has experience in matters relating to the electronics, medical devices, mechanics and chemistry industries.
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Key clients
- Infineon Technologies AG
- Schwind eye-tech-solutions GmbH
- Lufthansa Technik
- Daiichi Sankyo
- Vibrantz
- BioMarin
- Coloplast
- ProGeLife
- Terraillon
- Institut Pasteur
- Western Australian Agriculture Association
Work highlights
Representing chip manufacturer Infineon as defendant in an action for patent infringement based on Standard Essential Patent (SEP) regarding ADSL technology. The action was initiated by Intellectual Ventures against the main French telecom operators, in particular Orange, who purchased its chips from Infineon.
Defending Schwind in a patent infringement action brought by competitor Carl Zeiss Meditec on three European patents in connection with Schwind's flagship surgical laser used for refractive corneal surgery.
Representing Lufthansa Technik in its action for infringement against Astronics AES, Panasonic Avionics and Thales Avionics, regarding a European patent on a power supply device for use in aircraft cabins.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Colin Devinant
Practice head
Thomas Bouvet
Other key lawyers
Emmanuel Baud; Edouard Fortunet; Colin Devinant; Eddy Prothiere