Category: Chemistry and pharmacology

The most curious patent law? If a cook in ancient Greece invented a new, delicious dish around 700 BC, no one was allowed to make use of the invention within a year – only the cook themself. During this time, the cook took the profits from the dish, and all the other cooks competed to outdo their invention.

The most interesting cases? For me, those are the ones where we work with clients and colleagues as a team. When working in a true team, you often identify what can give you the edge for an inventive activity: synergies that someone alone wouldn’t be able to create. As well as being successful, this is fun.

How do I start the day? Exercise in the fresh air with my dog. It’s wonderful and good preparation for all the mental activities that will follow throughout the day.

How do I view the patent system? The patent system gives humankind technical progress, the inventor due recognition, the patent holder a temporary monopoly right for disclosing the invention, and the patent attorney one of the best jobs in the world.

What fascinates me about the profession of patent attorney? The exciting innovation of science combined with the sober legal mindset.

What do I bring to the table to provide your ideas with the best protection? My capacity as a team player at the interface of technology and law, an eye for your commercial goals, and my enthusiasm for chemistry, life sciences, and related disciplines as a key to your innovations.

My greatest inspiration? Nature! You only have to look closely enough to be surprised again and again by its diverse and complex solutions to problems – or simply to be impressed by its beauty.