Medical devices patent attorneys

Expertise in the fields of medical devices

As specialist medical device patent attorneys, we help clients obtain effective patent protection covering the complete range of products and processes in this field, for example:

• Surgical instruments
• Drug delivery devices
• Respiratory apparatus
• Wound care
• Implantable devices
• Patient monitoring
• Manufacturing technology
• Diagnostics and sensors
• Instrumentation

Intellectual property for medical devices

We also carry out freedom-to-operate analyses and risk assessments in relation to competitor patents, which is particularly important for medical devices in view of the large number of patent applications that are filed in this sector, and the prevalence of patent thickets that can make market access difficult.

In particular, we investigate the patent landscape relevant to our clients’ products and provide guidance to our clients regarding the scope of competitor patents and how to avoid infringement of those patent rights. This work often generates innovative solutions, which we then protect with new patent applications, thereby protecting our clients’ investment in their product development. Furthermore, where appropriate, we take aggressive action to invalidate and clear away obstructive patents that impede our clients’ activities.

We also advise clients in respect of registered and unregistered design rights that protect the shape and appearance of products, which is an important aspect of IP protection for many medical devices that are often overlooked, particularly in relation to low-cost, easily-copied consumables.