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Joanne Addison

Joanne Addison

Partner

UK and European Patent Attorney | European Patent Litigator (representative before the UPC)

Location
London (UK)

About Jo

Jo’s physical chemistry background and research involving aluminosilicates provided her with a broad background to handle the range of chemical and materials technologies on which she works. Her specialisms include functionalized fabrics, fiber-reinforced composites, glass compositions, polymers and polymerisation processes, catalysts, lubricants, inks, batteries, diamond technologies, fuel cells and semiconductor device fabrication.

Through her experience working for a wide variety of clients, including SMEs, Universities and large multinationals, Jo is able to provide clear and insightful advice specifically tailored to her clients.

Jo advises on all stages of the life cycle of a patent, from the initial drafting and examination of patent applications to post-grant validity challenges such as EPO oppositions and appeals. She also has extensive experience in advising on freedom-to-operate and infringement issues.

Jo takes pride in working closely with her clients and understanding their business to provide useful and clear advice by aligning IP strategy with business strategy.

Prior to becoming a patent attorney, Jo worked as a science teacher as part of the Teach First scheme.

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Specialisms
Qualifications

MSc Natural Sciences (University of Cambridge)
UK Patent Attorney
European Patent Attorney
Member of Royal Society of Chemistry
European Patent Litigator (representative before the UPC)

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