EIP
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The practice at EIP is well-regarded for its capabilities in assisting its roster of clients, which features a number of well-known names across various sectors, with matters including portfolio management, strategy, drafting, and enforcement. The team’s workload also features complex EPO cases. Jerome Spaargaren has a digital tech specialism and experience in UPC, EPO, and advisory cases. Heather McCann has notable experience developing and implementing complex IP strategies, while Bath-based Matt Lawman has particular specialisms in the high-tech electronics and software sectors. The three aforementioned co-head the group alongside Gareth Probert and Monika Rai. Key contact Ben Maling assists a range of clients, from international technology companies to SMEs, with a variety of cases, with particular expertise advising on AI aspects of IP. Jonathan Garner departed the team in July 2025.
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Key clients
- Nokia
- Oxford Nanopore Technologies
Work highlights
Advising a client on IP strategy and IP-related agreements, providing a pseudo in-house IP function, and undertaking the work required to protect the company’s technology around the world as required.