Jones Day houses a specialist patent attorney unit that has established a strong reputation in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Embedded within the firm's global network, the group is also well equipped for cross-border matters and large disputes. Olga Bezzubova, who acts as co-head of the firm's global patent prosecution practice as well as head of the German team, has particular experience in the life sciences sector. Dorothée Weber-Bruls is responsible for physics and is further adept in mechanical engineering matters.
Testimonials
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'Dorothée Weber-Bruls is knowledgeable.'
'Very good understanding of the subject matter in terms of content and technology.'
'Gerd Jaekel: Very good understanding of content and technology. Can assess risks pragmatically and make according recommendations to the client.'
Key clients
- Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.
- Keryx Biopharmaceuticals
- Genentech, Inc.
- Rational AG
- Motherson Group
- Sunrise Medical
- Blickle Räder + Rollen GmbH u. Co. KG
- MSA Dafety
- Convex Universal Limited
- CYLANCE Inc.
- Ensyn Renewables
- Tektronix
- Blickle Räder + Rollen GmbH u. Co. KG
- Quarkstar
- Samvardhana
Work highlights
- Advising Keryx on its patent portfolio for products in the field of chronic kidney disease.
- Representing Genentech in patent applications and opposition proceedings as well as advising on contractual issues relating to German and European patents in connection with a collaboration agreement with BioNTech.
- Advising a semiconductor manufacturer and provider of mobile communications products in patent grant proceedings with regard to potential future infringement proceedings.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Olga Bezzubova, Dorothée Weber-Bruls