Andrew Thompson

Partner, UK and European Patent Attorney, UPC Representative
London
athompson@eip.com

Biography

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
Education
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property Law - Queen Mary University (2001)
  • BEng Electrical and Electronics Engineering - University of Birmingham (1997 — 2000)
Languages Spoken
Career History
  • 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)
Specialisms
  • 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

The latest from

Andrew Thompson

The UK National Semiconductor Strategy: a first glance
23 May 2023
The UK Government has released its National Semiconductor Strategy. The Strategy sets out the UK Government's vision for the semiconductor industry in the UK, and details funding and other...

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