The Patent 1000 focuses exclusively on patent practice and has firmly established itself as the definitive 'go-to' resource for those seeking world-class legal patent expertise.
Recommended - Firms: transactions
Bronze - Firms: litigation
A global firm offering seamless IP services across borders, Allen & Overy hosts a robust team of more than 200 IP attorneys, well equipped to meet every client need. Leading the US litigation practice for IP matters, Elizabeth Holland is “a masterful and versatile patent litigator who can do it all. She has a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry that makes her a trusted partner when it comes to handling important IP matters.” Focusing her practice on life sciences, recent work of Holland’s includes successfully representing medical company Fresenius in patent strategy and litigation, in efforts to continue marketing a product that was biosimilar to a competitor’s. Another life sciences guru is Sapna Palla, who is trusted by universities, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to protect and enforce their IP assets. A go-to for major technology companies, including Meta Platforms and Block, to handle the licensing of their IP technologies, Adam Chernichaw is a smart choice for IP transactional needs. Keren Livneh’s expertise on the IP aspects of commercial transactions makes her a vital partner to her following, including the US Department of Energy, as she ensures the appropriate handling of patents and other intellectual property in financing and sponsorship agreements.
Silver - Firms: litigation and transactions
Global powerhouse Allen and Overy’s patent practice continues to excel in its top-quality transactional, advisory and contentious services, making major contributions in diverse sectors including the life sciences, and technology, media and and telecommunications. Robust in its equal commitment to domestic, European and global affairs, the outfit numbers both Belgian market leaders and global giants on its client list, brought about by the firm’s international acclaim and world-class service. It continues to champion innovation as part of its global IP practice, and recently established a working group that tackles the ramifications of artificial intelligence (AI) on intellectual property and the business market. In particular, the Belgian practice has been the most crucial player in the provision of EU legal advice pertaining to the intersections of AI on intellectual property. With three decades of rich experience in IP litigation, Peter Van Dyck has more than established his place as a powerhouse figure in the Belgian legal practice. As senior counsel specialising in IP law, World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and International Chamber of Commerce arbitrator Van Dyck is no stranger to excellence, having previously appeared before the Belgian, Benelux and European courts in landmark patent cases.
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