Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
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Simmons & Simmons is highly regarded for its excellent patent litigation practice acting for leading life sciences and technology companies. The team also has comprehensive commercial IP, prosecution and rights strategy offerings, and is also noted for trade mark disputes. Members of the team are regularly instructed to assist with the IP aspects of corporate transactions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Simmons & Simmons is a quality IP firm with highly regarded partners."
"Simmons & Simmons is a quality IP firm with highly regarded partners."
Notable Practitioners
Joel Smith handles contentious matters concerning all core rights for companies in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, entertainment, technology and aviation. His disputes practice is complemented by extensive experience leading IP-driven transactions.
"Joel Smith has outstanding knowledge and experience. He offers easy access and swift responses."
Michael Burdon represents technology, medical device and pharmaceutical companies in complex patent litigation. He is particularly adept at handling multi-jurisdictional disputes.
Scott Parker is recognised for his work representing life sciences companies in patent infringement, revocation actions and SPC coverage litigation. He represents clients in both UK and European courts.
"Scott is impressive with a very good knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry."
Darren Meale is recommended for trade mark and copyright litigation, and has recently represented innovators in fintech, AI and pharmaceuticals. He also advises on IP portfolio management.
"Darren is an impressive IP solicitor."
"He is hardworking and well-known in trade mark law."