UPC

Case law

Seeking certainty at the UPC for patent enforcement & risk management

When looking to block a competitor product, or assessing infringement risk, a hot topic in Europe is how the UOC is applying the Doctrine of Equivalents. Here we run through the latest developments an...

Thoughts

Getting to grips with validity at the UPC

Users of the patent system in Europe need to engage with how the Unified Patent Court (UPC) handles validity. Validity at the UPC matters because of the court’s popularity. About 900 first instance c...

UPC & EPO Oppositions: The New Dual Battleground for European Patents

UPC decisions are gaining influence, and the impact of this on EPO opposition proceedings is significant

News

Fujifilm against Kodak: The UPC confirms its jurisdiction over European patents

The recent UPC decision in the Fujifilm against Kodak case has confirmed the UPC's jurisdiction over European patents, as well as showcasing how UPC judgments will impact validated national parts outs...

Thoughts

G1/24: The UPC’s harmonizing force on the EPO confirmed

The EPO's G1/24 decision has confirmed a shift in EPO practice, indicating future harmonization between the UPC and the EPO.

Thoughts

EPO oppositions: a renewed strategic relevance in the UPC era

Think the UPC replaced the need for EPO oppositions? Think again. In this article, we unpack why oppositions are still central to smart patent strategy in Europe.

Thoughts

UPC and EPO: leveraging potential conflicting outcomes?

The geographical overlap between the UPC and the EPO means that there is the potential for conflicting outcomes. It is important to consider the strategic implications, and opportunities, that this de...

Case law

UPC Court of Appeal decision highlights critical role of EPO case law in Unified Patent Court proceedings

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) Court of Appeal has issued a significant decision on 19 June 2025 in cases filed by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in two high-profile pharmaceutical patent disputes (App...

News

Beyond telecoms: The UPC finds its footing in life sciences and chemistry

The most recent UPC statistics report reveals a surprising development in the Court of First Instance's caseload.