A&O Shearman
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At A&O Shearman, the team displays equal strength in both the high-tech sector, including telecoms, computing and medtech, and the life sciences sector. In addition to instructions in UPC cases, the firm is also maintaining high levels of work in national infringement proceedings. Denise Benz , Jan Ebersohl and Stephan Neuhaus form the core partner trio at the helm. The group’s cross-border capabilities in this space span Asia, Europe and the US.
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Testimonials
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- 'A&O Shearman stands out in the patent litigation space due to its strategic merger of Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, combining deep European and US expertise. This fusion has created a powerhouse with global reach, cross-border litigation capabilities, and sector-specific insight, particularly in life sciences, technology, and telecoms.'
- 'The team includes lawyers with scientific and engineering backgrounds, enabling them to grasp complex patent issues quickly and communicate effectively with expert witnesses and judges.'
Key clients
- Bayer
- DISH Technologies, Sling TV
Work highlights
Representing Samsung Electronics in two UPC infringement proceedings against ZTE Corporation.