Alice Mortiboy
Alice works with companies in the cleantech, pharmaceutical and industrial chemistry sectors. She makes it a priority to understand each client’s intellectual property (IP) challenges and deliver clear, accessible advice tailored to their goals.
Alice is a UK and European patent attorney in the chemistry team. She works with clients to identify and commercialise their IP, whether by drafting patent applications or coordinating global patent prosecution. She also regularly leads innovation capture sessions and IP education workshops for a wide range of audiences.
Alice has a strong interest in polymer chemistry, having worked on polymer research projects in both the UK and Sweden. She has particular experience in developing IP strategies in the fields of battery technology, carbon capture and new materials.
In 2024, she was elected vice-chair of the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA) working group, “Bio-based Materials of the Future.”
- Drafting patent applications, developing IP strategies and leading innovation capture sessions
- Managing global patent portfolios for start-ups, SME and multinational clients
- Preparing cleantech companies for fundraising and IPO
- Conducting IP due diligence for investors
- Advising on freedom to operate (FTO)
- Defending and opposing European patents in post-grant proceedings before the European Patent Office (EPO)
- UK and European Patent Attorney
- MChem, Chemistry with professional experience, University of Warwick
We've had the pleasure of working with Alice as our patent attorney for several years, and the experience has been consistently excellent. She is diligent, organised, and incredibly helpful. Alice has played a key role in helping us draft and successfully grant patents that are fundamental to our operations and long-term strategy. Her clear communication, attention to detail, and deep understanding of intellectual property law have made the entire process far smoother and more efficient than we could have hoped. We truly value her guidance and professionalism, and we would highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, knowledgeable IP support.
Drafting patent applications, developing IP strategies and leading innovation capture sessions
Managing global patent portfolios for start-ups, SME and multinational clients
Preparing cleantech companies for fundraising and IPO
Conducting IP due diligence for investors
Advising on freedom to operate (FTO)
Defending and opposing European patents in post-grant proceedings before the European Patent Office (EPO)
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How We Live Our Values: Collaboration
As a patent attorney, I see my role as providing clear and accessible advice to clients. I believe the best results come when we understand each other. When my clients understand the IP process, and I understand their technology and commercial goals, we can work together to develop an IP strategy that delivers real value.
In My Own Words
One of the most rewarding parts of the job is to see innovative ideas make it into real life products that make a difference.
I'm also fortunate to work with a diverse group of clients, which means no two days are ever the same.
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