Commercially focussed Chartered & European Patent Attorneys providing intellectual property (IP) services to innovative companies. Our experienced IP professionals deliver exceptional service and tangible results.
Secerna is a firm of commercially focussed Chartered & European Patent Attorneys. The team operates globally, representing and protecting the interests of multi-national corporations, FTSE and NYSE listed companies, universities, spin-out companies, small businesses and innovators worldwide.
We help our clients create and extract the maximum value from their intellectual property while minimizing costs, advising on the best IP strategies to meet their commercial goals. Our services include:
We represent our clients directly at the UK Intellectual Property Office, European Patent Office, and World International Property Organization in all aspects of intellectual property matters.
We build long-term business relationships with our clients, based on exceptional trust, teamwork and value for money.
We work hand in hand with you to find the best strategies to meet your business goals.
Our team combines considerable technical know-how and sector expertise with extensive commercial acumen.
It's an exciting time for the British railway industry, with significant government investment driving new advancements. The sector, with its deep roots in locations like York, continues to innovate, and patents have helped secure these crucial developments.
Read moreThe Unified Patent Court (UPC) Court of Appeal has delivered a significant ruling, confirming its broad jurisdiction over patent infringement cases. In a recent case involving ESKO and XSYS, the UPC Court of Appeal clarified that it can hear cases involving alleged infringing acts that occurred both before the UPCA came into effect (June 1, 2023) AND even during periods when a patent was opted out of the UPC's jurisdiction.
Read moreThe Enlarged Board of Appeal of the European Patent Office (EPO) has issued a landmark decision in G1/24, stemming from referral T 439/22, which addresses a fundamental question in European patent law: how should patent claims be interpreted when assessing patentability?
Read moreA trade mark portfolio is much like a garden – the work doesn’t stop once the seeds have been planted. Ongoing maintenance is essential for ensuring that things are kept in good order and to prevent your brand(s) from losing their exclusive allure. As such, Part 2 of our ‘Top Tips’ guide recommends the steps that brand owners should take to effectively police and manage their trade mark portfolios.
Read moreNavigating the world of trade marks can be tricky and confusing, particularly for small and medium-sized business. The guide below intends to demystify some of the misconceptions and provide some ‘top tips’ for protecting and enforcing your brands. Part 1 of this guide intends to cover the key considerations for trade mark protection, whilst Part 2 will cover effective portfolio policing and management strategies.
Read moreAs Miriam Payne and Jess Rowe embark on their 8,000-mile Pacific Ocean odyssey, the cutting-edge equipment they rely on is vital for their safety, efficiency, and communication. As proud sponsors, we're thrilled to follow their incredible journey. Much of this indispensable gear is, or was, protected by intellectual property (IP) rights. In this first article of our series, we'll delve into key pieces of equipment, starting with the most important: the boat, Velocity.
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