Andrew Thompson

Partner, UK and European Patent Attorney, UPC Representative
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athompson@eip.com
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个人简介

Andrew is a highly experienced attorney having spent over 20 years working in the patent profession. He is particularly experienced at managing patent portfolios in complex areas of technology, and has acted as European counsel to a number of well-known technology companies. Much of Andrew’s recent work has been with American companies, where he enjoys supporting in-house attorneys with strategic advice on global patent prosecution. He approaches his work with commitment to exceptional client service and a keen interest in clients’ commercial objectives.

Andrew’s technical focus is on electronics, with notable experience in semiconductors and mixed-signal technologies. Through his work for a major US semiconductor company, Andrew has particular expertise in drafting and prosecuting patent applications for transistor, converter and sensor technologies. In addition to the above, he has spent many years handling computer-related technologies, with particular recent experience in database technologies. Clean Technology is also an area where Andrew has extensive knowledge and expertise, having operated as Head of Clean Technology in his previous firm, for well over 10 years.

Given Andrew’s work with US companies, he travels there regularly and is well connected across the country. He has particular connections to the Denver area where EIP has its US office.

Recent Work
Publications
教育背景
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property Law - Queen Mary University (2001)
  • BEng Electrical and Electronics Engineering - University of Birmingham (1997 — 2000)
Languages Spoken
职业经历
  • Partner at EIP (2022 — present)
  • Partner at Withers & Rogers LLP (2012 — 2022)
  • Senior Associate at Withers & Rogers LLP (2006 — 2012)
  • Associate at A. A. Thornton & Co (2001 — 2006)
专业领域
  • Digital: Automotive electronics, Computer hardware, Consumer electronics, Digital health, Electrical engineering , Electromechanical systems, Image and signal processing, Robotics, Semiconductors, Software, Telecommunications
  • Dynamics: Electrical engineering , Electromechanical systems, Robotics
  • Elements: Semiconductors
  • Energy: Cells, Grids, Hydro, Solar
  • HealthTech: Digital health, Medical devices

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Andrew Thompson

Patents or Trade Secrets? When to Patent in Deep Tech Innovation
11 May 2026
Deep tech companies face unique IP challenges due to long development cycles, high upfront investment, and complex technologies that combine products and processes. This article explores when patents, trade secrets, or a combination of both offer the strongest protection. It explains how factors such as detectability, reverse engineering risk, disclosure to third parties, and employee mobility should shape IP strategy decisions. While patents are often best suited to externally visible or licensable technologies, trade secrets can be highly effective for internal processes and know‑how that deliver performance or cost advantages.

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