IP protection for diagnostic methods is critical in attracting companies wishing to invest in commercial development.  

The diagnostics attorneys at HGF provide strategic guidance for universities and research institutions, start-up companies, SMEs and large multinational biologics and pharmaceutical firms. The team’s expertise comprises significant expertise on EPO drafting and prosecution strategies in this specialist field, as well as deep knowledge of the changing multijurisdictional legal landscape on patent eligibility of diagnostic methods, along with products isolated from nature.  

Many of the large team have in-house diagnostics backgrounds within specialist biotech and large pharmaceutical firms, and blend rich experience with considerable academic accomplishments to develop and deliver smart, multijurisdictional strategies. Areas of expertise span patent and trade mark protection, freedom-to-operate evaluation and strategy, and advice on supplementary protection certificates, licensing and opposition and appeals.