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Intellectual Property
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Pinsent Masons acted for Formycon and Klinge in relation to UK patent proceedings concerning the ophthalmology biologic Eylea (Aflibercept).
Strengths
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They are an excellent team that understands business needs and are super-responsive. Their understanding of big pharma and biosimilars, as well as their flexibility and creativity, stands out.
Intellectual Property respondentUKThey give very strategic advice and think outside the box. They are excellent at coordinating high-value, complex multi-jurisdictional litigation in the life sciences sector.
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Band 2 Band 2 James Marshall
James Marshall is recommended for his expertise in the many aspects of patent litigation and enforcement strategy. He has significant experience in hi-tech and telecommunications patent disputes and frequently acts for household names in the sector. James Marshall is very collaborative and easy to deal with; he's a calm presence.
Intellectual Property respondentUKJames Marshall is good - a details guy who's clearly liked by his clients.
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Band 3 Charlotte Weekes
Charlotte Weekes is recommended for patent infringement, revocation and SPC proceedings on behalf of makers of generic pharmaceutical products. She has handled matters covering multiple jurisdictions and some that have reached the UK Supreme Court. Charlotte Weekes really gets under the skin of a matter so you feel like you're in safe hands.
Intellectual Property respondentUKCharlotte Weekes is very strong. An excellent partner who's really great to work with and has business acumen.
Intellectual Property respondentUKCharlotte Weekes is easy to get in touch with and always gives very clear advice.
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Band 4 Band 4 Christopher Sharp
Christopher Sharp is a patent litigator acting for clients in pharmaceuticals and hi-tech. He regularly handles cases concerning patent infringement, revocation, counterfeit goods and FRAND licensing. A market-leading lawyer for generic pharma companies.
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Band 4 Band 4 Florian Traub
Florian Traub co-heads the London-based brand protection and creative rights group at Pinsent Masons. He advises clients on trade mark prosecution, portfolio management and brand strategy. Band 4 Band 4 Gareth Morgan
Gareth Morgan represents large pharmaceutical manufacturers in high-stakes patent infringement and SPC cases. He is also well thought of for his advisory work with regard to medicines regulation and the interface of government affairs and life sciences. Gareth Morgan is excellent, a very experienced and highly thought-of lawyer.
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Up and Coming Up and Coming Rachael Barber
Rachael Barber is a designs and trade mark specialist and co-founder of Dupe Killer, an AI design infringement finding tool. She provides protection and enforcement services to leading brands in fashion, luxury goods and retail.
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Florian Traub
Intellectual Property
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Intellectual Property
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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Band 3 Europe 2026
Practice area: Intellectual Property
Location: Ireland
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