IP Bodies Urge UPC to Reconsider Ban on In-House Lawyers

Last Updated: Feb 13, 2025

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A coalition of intellectual property organizations has petitioned the Unified Patent Court (UPC) to reverse its ban on in-house lawyers representing clients in court. They argue that this restriction undermines cost-effective legal representation and overlooks the deep expertise of in-house counsel. 

The UPC’s decision has sparked debates about fairness and access in patent litigation.

Source: Global Legal Post