Own thinking
Your IP is too important not to be done properly
To ensure that your IP assets are fully protected and exploited, you need the right partner.
Nurturing innovation
Offering a full range of IP services
We’re here to provide you with solutions through an expanse of expertise in a wide array of fields.
We’re a full-service IP firm comprising teams of dedicated specialists .
Rethinking possible
Secure a competitive advantage
Our experienced attorneys have extensive technical expertise across the full range of technologies.
Combining our commercial and legal expertise, to provide your business with an expert service.
Bright ideas
Professionals with global reach
Our membership of AIPEX and CONSULEGIS links our attorneys directly to an international network.
We are regulated by IPREG, while our attorneys are members of CIPA, EPI and ITMA.
Deep understanding
Advice that is relevant to your needs
Wynne-Jones IP offer a free, structured consultation so that we can fully discuss how we can help you and answer your questions.
Enter this special section to seek advice relevant to your situation.
Safeguarding invention
Complementing existing tax incentives
We help explain the legislation called the “Patent Box” that reduces the rate of UK Corporation Tax payable on profits made on patents.
Wynne-Jones IP can recommend, and collaborate with, experts in the field upon request.
Safeguarding invention
Latest news on IP from around the Globe
Breaking news about Intellectual Property. Find the latest articles, videos, photos and blogs about Intellectual Property.
Stay up to date with developments in intellectual property and what IP news is currently making the headlines.
Globally networked
Over 45 Years Of Delivering Excellence
Wynne-Jones IP has offices in Cheltenham, Cardiff, Telford and Wrexham as well as sub-offices in Swindon and Shrewsbury.
Up-front estimates for work can be provided on request and we will always aim to give you the best value from your IP budget.
About
We’ve created a Questions & Answers section that replies to commonly-asked queries about Wynne-Jones IP.
Our UK & Worldwide section sets out how we work nationally and internationally.
We believe that one of the best ways to promote our high quality services is to let existing clients speak on our behalf. Our Clients & Testimonials section gives a sample of recent comments and you’ll find many other examples elsewhere on our website too.
We hope you find this comprehensive information useful, but if you have any further questions then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Click HERE to see why you should choose Wynne-Jones IP.
Click HERE to read testimonials from our satisfied clients.
Services
We’re a full-service IP firm comprising teams of specialists. Information on the main services we provide is given in these sections.
However, our full practice is wide-ranging and it’s just not practical to detail everything we do and so if you don’t find the information you’re looking for here then please do get in touch.
"We do not hesitate to refer our clients to Wynne Jones to file their patents and register their trademarks. Wynne Jones work seamlessly with us to provide comprehensive and practical intellectual property protection for our clients. They are approachable, thorough and always do an excellent job" - Capital Law, UK law firm
Sectors
We’re a full-service IP firm comprising teams of specialists. Information on the main sectors in which we specialise is given in these sections.
However, our full practice is wide-ranging and it’s just not practical to detail everything we do and so if you don’t find the information you’re looking for here then please do get in touch.
"The firm manages our trade marks and patents and the high level of technical expertise." - Dr Ian Hopkin, Managing Director, DBK Technitherm Ltd
Our people
For more details on our attorneys, please click below
Louise Andrews
Trade Mark Paralegal with broad experience across all areas
Danny Butler
Patent Attorney with particular expertise in aerospace engineering and physics
Victor Caddy
Trade Mark Partner and Litigator with broad experience across all areas of trade marks and designs
Elliott Davies
Patent Attorney with particular expertise in electronic engineering, opto-electronics and physics
Louisa Dunlop
Part-qualified Patent Attorney specialising in physics, electronics and signal processing
Julie Gonard
Qualified French lawyer and Trade Mark Paralegal
Richard Halstead
Patent and Trade Mark Partner with broad experience across physics, engineering and IP litigation
Gareth Jenkins
Trade Mark Partner with particular expertise in counterfeiting and IP portfolio management
Amy Kasprzyca
Marketing & Office Administrator responsible for all Marketing matters for the firm.
Ian Lambert
Patent Partner with particular expertise in chemistry, chemical physics, sensors, semiconductors, nanotechnology and medical devices
Lyndsey Lynch
Patent Attorney with particular expertise in chemistry, life sciences, sensors and defence technology
Jayne Nation
Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager responsible for implementing business strategies across the firm.
Will Newell
Patent Partner with broad experience across engineering, medical devices, lasers and aerospace
Amy Salter
Trade Mark Paralegal
Vicki Strachan
Patent Attorney consultant with particular expertise in electronic engineering, IT, and computer-related inventions
Fiona Watkins
Experienced HR & Operations Support Manager responsible for HR and Operational management across the firm.
who are you?
The sectors section of our website highlights our expertise in certain business/technology sectors. However, we’ve also created this section to help other types of visitors – please select an option from the menu on the left that’s relevant to you.
"Portal Medical Ltd has used the Intellectual Property service offering from WJIP for over 9 years. We have found the service given outstanding, with the advice received having been essential in protecting our Intellectual Property position. WJIP guided us effortlessly through the patent application and grant process during both National and International Filing stages. Their advice and strategy for responding to Patent Examiners’ objections was, in our opinion, instrumental in our business being granted and obtaining a patent portfolio. We would thoroughly recommend the services of WJIP, particularly to SME’s when external expertise and advice in this area is essential." - Darren Bromley-Davenport (MBA), Director, Portal Medical Ltd
Patent box – Overview
The UK Government has introduced legislation called the “Patent Box” that reduces the rate of UK Corporation Tax payable on profits made on patents, the sale of patented products and even the sale of products incorporating a patented component, amongst other patent-related profits. The reduced tax rate will eventually be as low as 10%.
The Patent Box complements existing tax incentives for Research and Development, and applies to worldwide patent-related profits earned after 1st April 2013. This is a pretty liberal provision; for instance, even if your product is only covered by a UK or European (EPO) patent then worldwide sales of the product will qualify for the reduced tax rate.
The scheme also applies to certain other types of Intellectual Property, such as rights covering data exclusivity, pharmaceuticals and plant breeds, as well as national patents granted in certain European countries. It should be noted, however, that it does not apply to registered trade marks or designs.
To find out how we can help you, click here.
News & Events
Trunki Loses Major Court Case
Trunki founder Rob Law has lost a major court case against PMS International Limited over copycat designs of the well-known ride-on children’s suitcase. The Judge ruled that the designs did not infringe Trunki’s community registered design rights despite PMS openly admitting their ‘Kiddee Case’ was designed to be a cheaper version of the ‘Trunki’. The [...]
Recent EPO Fee Increase April 2014
The European Patent Office (EPO) will be increasing its fees effective from 1 April 2014 for European (EP) patent applications. The average fee increase is around 5%. We recommend that, where practicable, any fee incurring steps before the EPO are taken before 1 April 2014 in order to avoid paying the higher fees. In particular, [...]
IP in Brazil
Although very recently the Brazilian economy has stalled somewhat, the overall picture over the last 10 years is one of dramatic growth. As a result, Brazil is seen as an increasingly attractive market. Anyone thinking about selling or otherwise commercialising in Brazil should think very carefully about protecting their intellectual property in Brazil. An interesting [...]
EPO rule change- additional searches will be possible on EP regional phase patent applications
The big news from the EPO’s Administrative Council meeting on 18 October was that the two year time limit on filing voluntary divisional applications will be withdrawn (see our earlier news item). However, the EPO have also decided to remove another much criticised policy. This policy relates to EP regional phase applications derived from [...]
Jayne Nation appointed Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager
Dr Jayne Nation has been appointed Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager at Wynne-Jones! Jayne (pictured right) has a broad and wide ranging senior management experience and business skills. Jayne spent 12 years working for Unilever Plc in a variety of roles, such as scientist, project leader, technical programme manager, culminating in a role as Research [...]
Contact
Whether you’re new to IP, or perhaps looking for a fresh view, we’re glad to offer free initial meetings with no time restrictions* so that we can fully discuss how we can help you and answer your questions. It’s often good to meet at your premises so that we can get a better feel for your company, see your facilities and meet your people. Alternatively, you’re welcome to visit us.
Please select the office that’s most convenient for you and get in touch. We’re happy to answer initial queries by phone or email too.
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