Hogan Lovells International LLP is highly sought-after in cross-border patent litigation and strategy matters. With experience before the Dutch courts, the EPO, and the Unified Patent Court, the team manages the full lifecycle of patent matters, from enforcement and defence to licensing and portfolio strategy. Ruud van der Velden, a cross-border patent litigator with a ‘strategic mindset’ in complex high-tech, pharmaceutical, and life sciences disputes, co-heads the team alongside Gertjan Kuipers, a patent and technology trial specialist with deep expertise in telecom, mechanical, and chemical patent matters. Dirk-Jan Ridderinkhof is a further key team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Ruud van der Velden: an imposing, straightforward lawyer who has clarity of thought and a strategic mindset that can execute on complex legal strategies.'
- ‘Gertjan Kuipers combines razor-sharp strategic thinking with a calm, practical approach that instils confidence in both clients and colleagues. His ability to cut through complexity and deliver persuasive advocacy is second to none.'
- ‘This firm has outstanding expertise in the field of intellectual property. One of their key strengths is not only their technical legal knowledge, but also their truly global presence, which is crucial in cross-border matters.'
- ‘Long-term partner Ruud van der Velden is always a delight, now ably assisted by experienced partner Gertjan Kuipers and practitioner Dirk-Jan Ridderinkhof.’
- ‘Dirk-Jan Ridderinkhof has strong technical expertise and can grasp highly complex matters quickly. He consistently keeps all relevant perspectives and interests in mind, which is invaluable in the world of patents.’
Key clients
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Oppo
- Meril Lifesciences
- AIKO Netherlands
- Solvay
- Advanced Bionics
- Organik Kimva
- BMS
- Zelig Mappa Farmers Ltd.
- Kindermann
- Ferring
- Huisman
Work highlights
Acting in a landmark Supreme Court win for BMS in patent infringement proceedings relating to BMS’s product Eliquis® (apixaban) against the generics Sandoz, Teva and Stada.
Successfully defending Yealink in UPC PI proceedings brought by Barco. Barco claimed a preliminary injunction with respect to Yealink’s presentation system products.
Representing Meril Lifesciences and its Dutch distributor Angiocare in patent infringement proceedings (with revocation counterclaims) in the Netherlands initiated by Edwards Lifesciences in relation to the Myval Transcatheter Heart Valve.
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Practice head
Ruud van der Velden; Gertjan Kuipers
Other key lawyers
Dirk-Jan Ridderinkhof; Rik Zagers; Stefan Dusault; Bram Jaarsma