Insights

We have been closely involved in the UPC since its inception, providing updates and commentary for many years. We continue to follow events as they unfold with the latest news and insights.

Latest news

UPC sunrise period starts 9.00 CET on 1 March

28.02.2023

UPC and Council of the EU report on UPC system

22.02.2023

Breaking News: UPC Countdown Begins

17.02.2023

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Commentary

UPC without UK: "Opportunity to create a unique hybrid of common law and civil law traditions was lost"

A “lost opportunity to have created something truly unique in the global patent marketplace; a hybrid of common law and civil law traditions”. Partner Brian Cordery shares his thoughts on the UPC without the UK.

A role for the UK Courts in a new world of UPC litigation?

Will the upcoming UPC court live up to its promise of pan-European patent enforcement or will parties still look to the UK Courts for solutions? Matthew Raynor discusses.

The UPC and Jurisdiction

What are the jurisdictional opportunities and risks of the UPC? As the launch of the new court draws ever closer, Kate O’Sullivan discusses three key areas where jurisdiction could influence proceedings

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