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Laura Ramsay, Dehns

Laura is a UPC Representative and Chartered and European Patent Attorney, recognised in the JUVE UPC 2025 firm rankings as a recommended individual who is “a tenacious and versatile advocate who builds a good rapport with the judges”. She is currently working on UPC litigation involving both revocation and infringement actions.

Laura regularly represents her clients in EPO opposition and appeal proceedings. She is experienced in using oppositions as a tactical tool during disputes and licence negotiations between parties. Laura handles patent work in various fields spanning physics, engineering and materials science – particularly medical devices, renewable energy and robotics.

Alex Gittins, Dehns

Alex’s current practice focusses on oral advocacy at the European Patent Office (EPO), where he is highly sought-after in the automotive/power/electronics fields.  He is part of a revered team at Dehns having an in-depth knowledge of the opposition and appeal procedure, and has acted as lead advocate for well over a hundred cases before the TBA.  Alex is retained for his specialist and expert knowledge in the more complex and high profile cases, such as those involving co-pending litigation.

John Somerton, Dehns

John Somerton is an Associate at Dehns in its Technology, Software and Engineering group. He has been one of the principal examiners for the FD4 exam since 2024.