Edward Nodder

Background

About Edward Nodder

I specialised in intellectual property, especially patent litigation, for over 35 years. I was responsible for almost 100 patent cases, including landmark UK decisions such as 3M v. Rennicks (validity and infringement, stay of injunction and damages), 3M v. Plastus Kreativ (cross-border injunctions), 3M v. Nippon Carbide (stay pending EPO opposition), Unilin v. B&Q (entitlement to priority, amendment, res judicata and EPO) and Servier v. Apotex (enquiry as to damages under cross-undertaking). Beyond the UK, I have taken a particular interest in the development of the Unitary Patent and the Unified Patent Court (UPC). I gained experience in all technical fields, including electronics, but in the end was particularly active in the life sciences sector, acting for some of the largest pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical devices companies. I developed successful strategies, combining patent and regulatory law, to assist pharmaceutical clients facing the challenge of generics. In such matters, I often coordinated cross-border litigation and advice within Europe and beyond. Memberships - Advisory Board of the European Patent Lawyers Association (EPLAW)- Law Society’s Intellectual Property Law Committee - Associate of the Chartered Institute of Patent Agents - Former UK Council Member of AIPPI