JUVE Comment

Despite its reputation as a predominantly chancery barrister set, Hogarth Chambers has several IP barristers whose patent speciality shines through in several cases at multiple instances of the UK’s patent courts. This year, the barristers were once again less active in SEP and FRAND cases, with competitors such as Blackstone involved in cases heavily featuring competition law. The departure of junior barrister Edward Cronan to 11 South Square in late 2023 left a considerable gap. But in KC Richard Davis Hogarth Chambers has a designated life sciences expert, not to mention the up-and-coming Ben Longstaff, who recently represented Lenovo. He also works on medical devices cases.

Recommended individuals

Sam Carter, Richard Davis (“excellent technical understanding and vast experience”, “especially qualified to litigate patent matters in life sciences”, competitors), Michael Hicks, Benjamin Longstaff, Roger Wyand

Team

6 KCs, 11 juniors

Clients

Court of Appeal: Newron Pharmaceuticals (Richard Davis) against Comptroller General over the coverage of a marketing authorisation for Parkinson’s treatment Xadago. High Court: Lenovo (Benjamin Longstaff) against InterDigital over SEPs. IPEC: Cloud Cycle (Richard Davis, Becky Knott) against Verifi over slump-monitoring technology.