Mechanical & Advanced Engineering

Engineering specialists

We are renowned for our expertise in protecting mechanical inventions and have a great deal of experience of all types of engineering work. All of our patent practitioners have experience in handling a variety of general mechanical inventions.

Between them, our team members have worked on all aspects of automotive engineering, including clutches, hydraulic braking systems, power assisted steering, guidance systems and dampers. We also have experience in relation to industries such as railway engineering, mining, aerospace technology, the oil industry, ships, water treatment and power generation.

Our expertise also extends to a variety of other mechanical devices, such as medical devices, food processing technology, servo control systems, pneumatic and hydraulic actuation systems, gaming machines, packaging, heat exchangers, mixing machinery, pipes and plumbing.

How we work

A clear, structured approach from early ideas to long-term protection.

Spot and define what’s worth protecting.

Secure protection with clarity and intent.

Maintain strength as your business grows.

Case Studies

Powering aerospace innovation through IP
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Powering aerospace innovation through IP

10 years and counting: why US-based aviation pioneer has Barker Brettell as its trusted European counsel
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10 years and counting: why US-based aviation pioneer has Barker Brettell as its trusted European counsel

Restricted scope of patent reduces threat
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Restricted scope of patent reduces threat

Our Industry Sectors

Supporting innovation across a range of technologies.

Our Mechanical Engineering specialists

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John Lawrence

Senior Partner (Board member)
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Andy Tranter

Partner (Board member)
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Carrie Duckworth

Partner (Board member)
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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David Combes

Partner (Board member)
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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David Harris

Partner
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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David Pearce

Partner
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Malin Keijser Bergöö

Partner
Swedish & European Patent Attorney
European Patent Litigator

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Nicholas Braddon

Partner
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Simon Robinson

Partner
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Katie Howe

Senior Associate
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Philip Colbran

Senior Associate
UK & European Patent Attorney

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Richard Abel

Senior Associate
UK & European Patent Attorney
UPC Representative

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Cecilia Forslund

Swedish & European Patent Attorney
Authorised European Design Attorney

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Marcos Kauffman

IP Valuations Consultant