Patents
Unlock the power of your innovations with our expert patent services. From drafting and prosecution to portfolio management and litigation support, discover how we can protect your intellectual property and drive your success.
Bespoke patent strategies for every client
Patents can be confusing, time consuming and costly, but ultimately exist to help protect inventors and their innovative output.
We advise clients in a broad range of intellectual property matters, with particular emphasis on patents including drafting and prosecution, portfolio management, and supporting litigation and enforcement matters.
We also support SMEs, start-ups and individuals, to protect their intellectual property, each of which requires tailored advice and a different approach to portfolio management. We prides ourselves on our ability to provide the right level of support for each client depending on their needs.
Our patent advice includes;
- Drafting and prosecution of patent applications.
- Worldwide patent portfolio management.
- Clearance searches and advice.
- Management & coordination of local and global assignment programs.
- Advice on licensing agreements and collaborations.
- Support for corporate transactions, including due diligence.
- Letters before action / cease and desist / interim injunctions.
- Attending hearings and case management conferences.
- Dispute resolution services for any size of client.
Key contacts
Get in touch
Why choose our patent lawyers?
- Dedicated Team: Having honest conversations about patent viability and deliver thoughtful strategies focused on commercial goals
- Expert Backgrounds: Some team members having previous roles as engineers and inventors; provide experience from both client and adviser perspectives
- Broad Sector Expertise: Handling mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software patents across most sectors including consumer goods, construction, medical devices, energy, automotive, aerospace, and telecommunications.
- Patent Box Queries: Collaborating with our Tax Team on the UK’s Patent Box regime for tax relief on relevant IP.
- Global Network: Being part of an international network of partner law firms, we advise on patent matters worldwide.
Testimonials
The team are highly skilled and experienced, sharing unique insights to solve problems and offer potential solutions.
The Legal 500, 2024
They provide us with measured advice in an understandable manner. The team has exceeded our expectations with their responsiveness.
Chambers & Partners, 2024
The Freeths team knows exactly what we need and promptly informs us of any issues. They understand our legal and commercial requirements. They also...
Chambers & Partners, 2024
They have a great understanding of our business and the ability to advise us in a commercial and practical way, whilst remaining professional.
The Legal 500, 2024
Our work with patents
- Acted for owner of Solar Limpet patent, a revolutionary roof hook for installations – obtained significant damages for patent infringement and subsequent order for supplier information.
- Defending a claim for patent infringement relating to manufacture and sale of fire doors.
- Complex and large-scale reorganisation programme for global brands owner including transfer and recordal of IP portfolio, including patent licences.
Our past webinars
The impact of AI on patents in the UK
There has been a recent surge in patent applications incorporating AI, which brings unique challenges in terms of inventorship and patent eligibility. Watch this insightful webinar recording where we delved into these complexities and explored the solutions...
Watch the webinar
Meet our team
Simon Barker
Partner & Head of Intellectual Property
Adrian Hackett
National Head of Taxation Services
Contact us today
Whatever your legal needs, our wide ranging expertise is here to support you and your business, so let’s start your legal journey today and get you in touch with the right lawyer to get you started.
Get in touch
For general enquiries, please complete this form and we will direct your message to the most appropriate person.