Experience
- Working alongside high-growth clients to devise and implement commercially directed IP strategies
- Providing bespoke IP advice to individuals and start-up companies working at various incubators, and through the Library of Birmingham
- Drafting robust patent applications for inventions relating to medical devices, pharmaceutical compositions, synthetic methods, industrial processes, and materials such as artificial tissues and polymers
- Prosecuting patent applications through to grant in a range of jurisdictions
- Performing commercially directed due diligence analysis on a range of patent portfolios
- Providing freedom to operate analysis to support a client’s successful Innovate UK grant application
- Managing a cease and desist project for a major international automotive client
“Will has been instrumental in devising and delivering an IP strategy to meet our commercial aims. His advice is clear, pragmatic and tailored. This has provided foundations on which we have received significant traction for additional investment into our company to continue its growth. I would highly recommend him.”
Joseph T. Perryman, PhD, Co-Founder and CTO, Brineworks B.V.
“Will has been assisting the University of Nottingham with a number of cases and has demonstrated impressive knowledge and aptitude in the areas of antibacterial peptides and thapsigargin/thapsigargin derivatives. His approach with University academics and TTO staff is professional and approachable, and his careful advice regarding prosecution matters ensures our University inventors feel confident with the route taken. Will has also assisted the team with formulating appropriate patent strategies in view of evolving commercialisation plans and new data. He has demonstrated an understanding of the unique processes and pressures a Research University faces and we appreciate both his quality of work and the additional support he offers.”
Stephanie K. Smith, IP Portfolio Manager, The University of Nottingham.
