Electronics & Computing

Electronics & Computing

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We help electronics and computing innovators protect their technology, manage risk, and maximise the commercial value of their intellectual property (IP).

Electronics, computing, and communications continue to transform how we live, work, and connect.

For innovators in this space, rapid advances in cloud and multi-cloud systems, edge computing, quantum technologies, AI, machine learning, and blockchain are driving major change across industries.

At the same time, the technologies underpinning this progress are expected to be faster, more powerful, and more adaptable. That puts pressure on businesses to move quickly, stay competitive, and protect complex, high-value innovation.

This is where Potter Clarkson can help. Our attorneys are electronics, computing and communications specialists, combining legal and technical expertise to protect and maximise the value of your innovation.

Talk to us about your electronics and computing innovation today.

Areas of Expertise

Communications

As the world becomes increasingly digital, we'll see the launch of even more communications channels, more advanced data platforms, and new ways for people and devices to communicate effectively. Our patent attorneys specialise in this space and help you protect innovations across all forms of communication technology, from telecoms to the Internet of Things (IoT).

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Communications

Digital Health

Digital therapeutics are now highly sophisticated tools that combine advanced therapeutics with the latest technology. Our digital health team has the pharma and tech experience to protect your innovation and maximise its commercial returns.

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Digital Health

Software

Software protection remains a complex area, with every jurisdiction taking a different approach. Our software specialists understand what can be protected, when patent protection is available for your software innovation, or when other forms of IP protection are needed. We'll work with you to secure the right protection to support your objectives.

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Software

Sportstech

Innovation in wearables, AI, and smart fitness equipment is reshaping the sportstech market. We help clients secure the protection they need to grow, compete, and stay ahead.

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Sportstech

4 Reasons to Choose Potter Clarkson for Your Electronics & Computing IP

1. Expertise in your space

As well as understanding the technologies in your space, we have extensive experience with many electronics, software, IT, and communications focused clients. Our advice is always tailored to the specific nuances and demands of both your business and your sector.

2. Strategic perspective

The depth of our sector experience allows us to factor in all the issues you face from an IP, electronics and computing, and business perspective. We will provide you with strategic and commercial direction to help you achieve your commercial objectives in the most effective way.

3. Seamless multidisciplinary support

The integration between our attorneys and IP solicitors allows us to offer well-coordinated, tailored, and multi-disciplinary guidance, so you can easily access the advice you need from one source:

  • Our patent attorneys draft and prosecute patent applications, and defend or oppose patents.
  • Our specialist in-house IP solicitors negotiate and draft the agreements you need to develop, scale, and fully exploit your innovation.
  • Our trade mark attorneys protect and enforce your brand against competitor activity.
  • And in the event of enforcement, our IP solicitors can draw on deep experience of running technically difficult and procedurally complex cases to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.

4. Best-value IP products and processes

Built around the specific challenges faced by start-ups, SMEs, and investors, our innovative range of fixed-price IP solutions are designed to help you quickly and easily maximise the commercial value of your IP at each milestone, from initial funding to your chosen exit route.

How We Can Help

Our specialist multidisciplinary electronics, computing, and communications team includes patent attorneys, trade mark attorneys, and IP solicitors with the experience needed to navigate complex IP issues in this fast-moving sector.

Whether you're an established corporation, a fast-growing SME, or a new business entering the market, we'll make sure your most valuable assets are protected and managed to deliver maximum commercial value.

Together we will:

  • Recommend the IP rights that best support your objectives, particularly important when it comes to software.
  • Advise you on the best strategy for all your IP rights.
  • Register your patents, designs, and trade marks, and help you protect your trade secrets, worldwide.
  • Provide infringement and validity opinions for your patents, designs, and trade marks.
  • Carry out patent, design, and trade mark searches and watches.
  • Defend your IP rights from attacks via a patent or trade mark office, or court proceedings.
  • Enforce your rights against competitor infringement.
  • Draft the commercial, IP, and licensing agreements you need to capture, protect, and exploit your IP.
  • Offer a wider commercial perspective you can use to build and grow your business.

4 Reasons to Choose Potter Clarkson for Your Electronics & Computing IP

1. Expertise in your space

As well as understanding the technologies in your space, we have extensive experience with many electronics, software, IT, and communications focused clients. Our advice is always tailored to the specific nuances and demands of both your business and your sector.

2. Strategic perspective

The depth of our sector experience allows us to factor in all the issues you face from an IP, electronics and computing, and business perspective. We will provide you with strategic and commercial direction to help you achieve your commercial objectives in the most effective way.

3. Seamless multidisciplinary support

The integration between our attorneys and IP solicitors allows us to offer well-coordinated, tailored, and multi-disciplinary guidance, so you can easily access the advice you need from one source:

  • Our patent attorneys draft and prosecute patent applications, and defend or oppose patents.
  • Our specialist in-house IP solicitors negotiate and draft the agreements you need to develop, scale, and fully exploit your innovation.
  • Our trade mark attorneys protect and enforce your brand against competitor activity.
  • And in the event of enforcement, our IP solicitors can draw on deep experience of running technically difficult and procedurally complex cases to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.

4. Best-value IP products and processes

Built around the specific challenges faced by start-ups, SMEs, and investors, our innovative range of fixed-price IP solutions are designed to help you quickly and easily maximise the commercial value of your IP at each milestone, from initial funding to your chosen exit route.

4 Reasons to Choose Potter Clarkson for Your Electronics & Computing IP

  1. Expertise in your space

As well as understanding the technologies in your space, we have extensive experience with many electronics, software, IT, and communications focused clients. Our advice is always tailored to the specific nuances and demands of both your business and your sector.

  1. Strategic perspective

The depth of our sector experience allows us to factor in all the issues you face from an IP, electronics and computing, and business perspective. We will provide you with strategic and commercial direction to help you achieve your commercial objectives in the most effective way.

  1. Seamless multidisciplinary support

The integration between our attorneys and IP solicitors allows us to offer well-coordinated, tailored, and multi-disciplinary guidance, so you can easily access the advice you need from one source:

  • Our patent attorneys draft and prosecute patent applications, and defend or oppose patents.
  • Our specialist in-house IP solicitors negotiate and draft the agreements you need to develop, scale, and fully exploit your innovation.
  • Our trade mark attorneys protect and enforce your brand against competitor activity.
  • And in the event of enforcement, our IP solicitors can draw on deep experience of running technically difficult and procedurally complex cases to achieve the best possible outcome for clients.
  1. Best-value IP products and processes

Built around the specific challenges faced by start-ups, SMEs, and investors, our innovative range of fixed-price IP solutions are designed to help you quickly and easily maximise the commercial value of your IP at each milestone, from initial funding to your chosen exit route.

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Get in Touch with Our Electronics & Computing Team

Dave Clark
Peter Finnie
Dave Holt
Dan Hudson
Saiful Khan

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