Morgan Lewis
Firm overview:
Morgan Lewis’s emphasis on seamless transatlantic collaboration, together with growing Unified Patent Court (UPC) capability, continues to attract major international technology and life sciences mandates. The London team has built up a strong track record in litigating before the UK Patents Court, and advises on patent litigation in all the major European jurisdictions. Services also include prosecution, negotiating licences—incluing FRAND licences to standard-essential patents (SEPs)—and advising on IP rights in mergers and acquisitions.
Team overview:
Tim Powell remains one of the UK’s most respected patent litigators following his move to Morgan Lewis in 2024. Powell, who represents clients in high-stakes litigation across the UK and European courts, is considered to be a top-tier contender by his industry counterparts.
Hiroshi Sheraton, who also joined the team in 2024, has particular expertise in the life sciences. Sheraton handles cross-border patent disputes as well as representing clients in key licensing and collaboration deals for both licensors and licensees.
London-based associate Kristjan Bloudoff is an “up and coming litigator showing promise in this space”, says a peer. Bloudoff draws on a scientific background to assist clients in the life sciences and high-technology sectors, particularly with cross-border patent litigation and SEP-related matters.
Also an associate at the firm, Benjamin Rowlatt is “invaluable to any team—well-prepared, tough, wise beyond his years and effective at getting results”, according to an industry counterpart. Rowlatt represents clients before the UK courts, as well as in disputes with a multi-jurisdictional element.
Key matters:
- Acer and ASUSTeK: FRAND and SEP litigation
Morgan Lewis secured a significant High Court victory for Acer and ASUSTeK against Nokia in an SEP dispute, setting important principles on FRAND licensing, jurisdiction and video codec technologies. The case is expected to influence SEP licensing and rate-setting across multiple jurisdictions.
Clients:
Acer, ASUSTeK Computer
