Medical innovation and development
At Barker Brettell, we have a large partner-led cross-specialism medical sector team which works at the forefront of medical technology and healthcare innovation, helping universities, early-stage high growth companies, and SMEs through to some of the leading FTSE 100-250 companies, both domestically and internationally.
Our large team of friendly patent and trade mark attorneys have advanced degrees and a wealth of industry experience in biotechnology, life sciences, medical devices, nanotech, optics, pharmaceuticals, and weartech. The team blends technical knowledge with expert legal acumen to offer advice on all IP issues, from IP strategy and clearance, prosecution and portfolio management, through to enforcement and dispute resolution.
Several of our attorneys have worked at large pharmaceutical companies, so we understand the drivers and demands on in-house departments. Being able to see the challenges of securing IP from a client’s perspective helps us serve you better.
Maximising the value of your IP and navigate complex IP landscapes will be taken with a strategic approach. Whether advising on patentability, freedom to operate, global filing strategies, or general IP matters, we are committed to delivering efficient and cost-effective solutions that align with your business needs to support long-term growth and competitive advantage.
We also recognise that in some cases a patent may not be required, or even possible. This pragmatic approach extends to giving advise if patent protection is not sought, but you wish to avoid patent infringement or minimise the risk of third-party patents. Our close relations with foreign attorneys also ensures you can obtain IP protection across the world, giving you global reach.
To find out more, please contact our Head of Medical Sector, please contact Lucy Trueman.
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