With notable SEP and FRAND-related experience, the IP group at WilmerHale offers services across the full array of intellectual property matters to clients in sectors such as the tech and life sciences spaces. The team of patent litigators is jointly led by a team of four: Justin Watts, who is sought out to untangle matters at the intersection of competition law and IP; Anthony Trenton, a seasoned solicitor advocate; Matthew Shade, who handles a varied list of patent disputes; and ‘intelligent and strategic litigator’ Annsley Merelle Ward, who is well-versed in complex cross-jurisdictional litigation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very strong IP team.'
- ‘Annsley Merelle Ward - partner with excellent skills across the board and exceptional client commitment.'
- 'Anthony Trenton - astute operator.'
- 'High quality, well-coordinated, strategic insights, pleasant to work with. Annsley Merelle Ward is great.'
- 'Annsley Merelle Ward is a very intelligent and strategic litigator with excellent people skills. Delicia Clarke is very much on the ball too.'
- 'Wilmer operates as a well-orchestrated team. They specialise in areas, making it easy for clients to know who to contact for various issues, and dedicate a client manager that coordinates these specialisms. They stay on top of the law and technology and know their clients' products well.'
Key clients
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Schlumberger (SLB) / Gyrodata, Inc.
- Moderna
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Justin Watts; Anthony Trenton; Matthew Shade; Annsley Merelle Ward
Other key lawyers
Delicia Clarke; Alex Calver; Emma Irwin; Mari Sierra