Our Sectors

Here are some of the sectors we work in...

	Aerospace - patent & trade mark attorneys Our aerospace team has considerable experience across all fields of commercial and defence aerospace, from passenger jet engines and cabin fittings to military avionics systems and anti-ballistic materials. We are experienced in drafting patent applications relating to aerospace engineering, and successfully prosecuting them through to allowance in patent offices around the world.
	Agri-tech – patent & trade mark attorneys Primary food production is the biggest industry in the world. We offer patent and trade mark services to the agri-tech sector to ensure the stability and integrity of national and international food supply chains. The challenges faced by this sector are more significant than ever, as the global population increases, and the effects of climate change are felt.
	Biotechnology – patent & trade mark attorneys Working with small startups and academic institutions, through to large clients such as Public Health England and Bristol-Myers Squibb, we use our expert technical knowledge to advise and guide our biotechnology clients through all of their intellectual property requirements. We offer our clients a complete range of intellectual property services, including evaluation of IP opportunities, global filing and prosecution strategy, drafting, prosecution and licensing.
	Food & beverage – patent & trade mark attorneys Our dedicated sector group has extensive experience in the food and beverage industry. The industry continues to respond to new government guidelines and targets while meeting consumer expectations, as well as forming production methods which are sustainable and environmentally friendly.
	IT & software – patent & trade mark attorneys Working in this fast-moving sector requires more than just a solid academic record, and that is why we have recruited people who have experienced the industry first-hand, both in Europe and the US.
	Life sciences & chemistry – patent & trade mark attorneys The challenges faced by the life sciences and chemistry sector are greater than ever in a fiercely competitive arena where companies need to move fast to take products from promising ideas to market. Our patent and trade mark attorneys work collaboratively to help our clients maximise the impact of their IP.
	Medical devices – patent & trade mark attorneys Our medical devices group offers unrivalled expertise, and our cross-disciplinary teams of senior attorneys provide trusted counsel to our clients. We guide our clients through EPO oppositions and appeals with a depth of insight gained from long experience of the medical devices sector.
	Pharmaceuticals – patent & trade mark attorneys Our pharmaceuticals patent & trade mark attorney team is one of the leading practices in the sector, and our clients include some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. We have developed strong relationships with our clients and in-depth knowledge of their products and intellectual property portfolios.
	Sports – patent & trade mark attorneys The economic importance of the sports industry and the need to protect IP rights have become an essential part of the overall strategy for this sector. We started working with clients in this area at the outset of the move by sports clubs to create global brands, and we work closely with our clients to protect their trademarks, copyright, design, image and media rights.