Taylor Wessing
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Taylor Wessing boasts deep proficiency across all areas of patent law, catering to clients in sectors including life sciences, technology, telecoms, consumer and retail. The department is co-led by Wim Maas, who handles high-stakes patent litigation and IP seizures across the electronics, mechanical engineering, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals segments. Also co-heading the team is Bas Berghuis van Woortman, who joined in August 2025 and specialises in patent and technology-focused IP litigation, while also advising on licensing, prosecution strategy, R&D agreements, and trade secret protection. Also in August 2025, the team hired Sebastien Versaevel and Diptanil Debbarma, followed by Daisy Termeulen in December 2025. Eelco Bergsma and Charlotte Garnitsch departed the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Taylor Wessing’s patent litigation practice distinguishes itself in the market through a combination of deep sector knowledge, international reach, and the ability to deliver pragmatic, forward-looking solutions.’
- ‘Among standout individuals, Pauline Springorum has established herself as a “new star” in patent litigation, with particular expertise in guiding clients through the complexities of UPC procedures.'
Key clients
- Pfizer
- Abbott
Work highlights
Acting in Pfizer v. BioNTech and Moderna - high-profile patent litigation concerning the COVID-19 vaccine.