Qualified European Patent Attorney (Opposition/ litigation experience)

Reddie & Grose LLP is an internationally renowned firm of European and United Kingdom patent, trade mark and design attorneys.

Our experienced team of over 100 IP professionals based in London, Cambridge, Munich and The Hague includes specialists in a wide range of technical disciplines. We offer services for a wide range of industries, with particular strengths in electronics and software, mechanical engineering, chemistry, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Our trade mark team provides specialist advice on branding and trade mark work; we also have a specialist team handling plant variety protection.

We handle the full range of IP rights for a global client base ranging from SMEs starting to consider IP through to large corporations with rights in over 100 countries. Our services range from investigating competing rights, handling oppositions, drafting and filing applications, and maintaining portfolios. We resolve disputes about IP, working closely with other leading legal firms if it becomes necessary to resort to the courts.

Role Description

Our life sciences team is made up of specialist hubs through which we can offer our clients tailored servicesacross the entire IP spectrum.This blend of specialism and diversity is recognised as one of our key strengths and has resulted in significant growth in our client base over the last 10 years.

In recent years Reddie & Grose has significantly grown its contentious work practice in the life sciences sector.Whilst the majority of our growth in this area has come from offensive and defensive opposition work before the European patent office, there has also been a significant increase in clients using us for litigation support across Europe and beyond.

To support this growth, we are now looking for a European patent attorney with opposition/ litigation experience to join our life sciences team.

The diverse nature of our client base means that this role will cover a wide range of technologies within the life sciences sector.The role will focus on managing opposition and appeal proceedings before the EPO and supporting clients with freedom-to-operate and litigation strategies both nationally and within the UPC.Whilst the role may also include involvement in managing and developing patent portfolios this will not be the focus of your day-to-day work.

This position will also give the successful candidate a chance to advise on supplementary protection certificates and other areas of law that are unique to the pharmaceutical industry.

The ideal candidate

The successful candidate must be a qualified European patent attorney with significant experience in preparing, filing and managing EP opposition proceedings. Experience supporting national or UPC litigation is desirable but not essential.

The role will require you to have a strong pharmaceutical/biotech background either from working in-house or through representing clients in this sector.

It is important that the successful candidate has good communication skills and is able to work as part of a team.We are looking for someone with an open mind who is willing to push the legal norms and is not afraid to take on a challenge.

Reddie and Grose welcomes diversity so whilst English is the firm’s working language, being a native English speaker is not essential; we are a firm believer that the best work product comes from mixing cultures and backgrounds and we strive to reflect this in our teams.

In addition to working with existing clients, you will also be supported in business development activities to help you grow your own practice so any experience you already have in this area would be well received.

This is the perfect opportunity for a qualified European patent attorney who wants greater exposure in the profession and a chance to take their career to the next level.At Reddie & Grose you will play a pivotal role in the development of our life science practice and become an essential part of our team.

Location

The primary location for this role is our Munich office, central to our European operations. If suitable candidates are not available for our Munich office, applicants may also be considered for our UK offices in London or Cambridge

OUR VALUES

At Reddie & Grose LLP, our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment is anchored in our core values. These values were established through the collective contributions and insights of everyone at our firm.

BE OPEN

We want trust to be at the core of our firm and we believe clarity and transparency in our decisions and actions are key to building it.

BELONG TOGETHER

We actively foster a friendly working culture where we create opportunities for people to connect, collaborate and belong. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity drives us to continually improve our culture, ensuring that everyone feels heard and welcomed.

EXCELLING FOR CLIENTS

We are a team who excel at meeting our clients’ needs, proudly offering bespoke and high-quality services. Driven by continuous improvement and an unrelenting commitment to quality, we prioritise opportunities for our clients.

LEADING THE WAY

We empower our people to lead the way, nurturing a culture of curiosity and a relentless pursuit of knowledge and continuous learning.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

Reddie & Grose LLP is an equal opportunities employer. It is essential that equality of opportunity and the absence of unfair discrimination be at the core of all the firm’s policies and activities. We value diversity and ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and potential. Every individual's uniqueness enhances our collective strength. We are members of IP Inclusive and have been actively involved in Women in IP, IP & ME, IP Out and IP Ability.

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