Bristows LLP has a strong track record in the patent litigation arena, housing a team of seasoned patent experts jointly led by Andrew Bowler, who is experienced in coordinating multijurisdictional parallel litigation for clients operating across an array of innovation-based sectors; Robert Burrows, whose remit spans plant varieties, and patent and SPC cases for life sciences clients; and transaction-focused Richard Dickinson, who is well-versed in the development, exploitation, and protection of IP rights in various industries. Litigator Liz Cohen acts for clients across the UK and European courts and registries, and James Boon’s expertise applies to the intersection of IP and competition law. Dominic Adair is a key name for cross-border life sciences patent disputes, taking on litigation and ADR. Veteran of hi-tech patent litigation Myles Jelf is also in the team, alongside pharmaceuticals-focused Brian Cordery, and Matthew Warren and Claire Smith, who orchestrate complex IP transactions. Charlie French, Gregory Bacon, Naomi Hazenberg, Richard Pinckney and Rachel Mumby are further names to note.
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‘Charlie French is incredibly impressive, intelligent, and wonderful to deal with. A real asset to the Bristows partnership.'
‘Amongst the best in the UK and with a good network of partner firms to coordinate UPC cases. Young, dynamic partners with enthusiastic and able associates.’
‘Brian Cordery is highly regarded amongst all UK patent practitioners, especially for his pharmaceutical work. Rachel Mumby and Adrian Chew are both excellent.'
‘Charlie French is an astute tactician and wonderful with client care. She is considered and calm every step of the way.’
‘Andy Bowler is a huge asset to Bristows. He is a very experienced and strategically astute litigator. He sees the bigger picture. James Boon is extremely strong on complex technology (particularly aspects of physics). If I had a patent involving really demanding physics, I would take it straight to James. Myles Jelf has a long and deep experience of telecoms patents and SEP/FRAND disputes. One of the best in the field in this area. Naomi Hazenberg has considerable experience in patent litigation, where she is a hard and effective worker. She is forthright and eminently sensible. She will be a valuable addition to the partner team.'
‘Bristows has a good balance of practical advice and legal prowess. Richard Pinckney is a pleasure to work with—very knowledgeable and efficient.’
Key clients
- Novartis Pharma AG
- Sandoz
- Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
- Philips
- Teva Pharmaceutical Industries
- Mara Renewables Corp.
- Panasonic
- Prysmian Group
- Scientific Drilling International, Inc.
- Genentech
- Touchlight Genetics Ltd.
- Pharma Mar
Work highlights
Advised Touchlight Genetics in the defence against one of its founders in English patent litigation over entitlement to patents.
Advised Panasonic in SEP patent infringement proceedings against Xiaomi and OPPO in the UK, including FRAND advice and rate determination, and in parallel proceedings and coordination with UPC and Germany.
Advised AstraZeneca on a global collaboration with Harbour BioMed to discover and develop multi-specific antibodies for immunology, oncology and more.
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Practice head
Rob Burrows; Andrew Bowler; Richard Dickinson
Other key lawyers
Liz Cohen; James Boon; Dominic Adair; Myles Jelf; Brian Cordery; Matthew Warren; Charlie French; Gregory Bacon; Rachel Mumby; Naomi Hazenberg; Adrien Chew; Claire Phipps-Jones; Louisa Jacobs; Richard Pinckney; Claire Smith