For us, being creative means finding ways to achieve what others believe is impossible. That’s why clients come to us with intellectual property problems that can’t be solved elsewhere.

To find out more about how being creative helped achieve a positive outcome for a client click here

All our staff commit to pro-actively represent your IP portfolio interests, whatever they may be, and deliver the quality results you require in a highly professional and dynamic style.

We were one of the first IP companies to change from a traditional law firm partnership to a modern corporation. Since 2006 our company has been managed on corporate lines which means we can better identify with and respond to our clients’ needs as they change.

We believe that developing a positive rapport with clients is essential for a productive and mutually beneficial long-term relationship. Many of our attorneys have worked in industry and gained valuable commercial experience that helps them to better understand the business challenges faced by our clients.

To find out more about our rapport with one major client click here

We have a formidable track record with oppositions and appeals, often very complex ones. In 2012 we handled many critical cases for our clients, achieving an 87% win rate with patent cases and 82% win rate with trademarks.

To read a sample selection of wins click here


In every instance the level of support exceeded my expectations
- General Patent Counsel, 3D Systems Inc
I have no hesitation in recommending the firm to any corporation seeking sophisticated European IP representation
- Chief Patent Officer, Akamai Technologies
I regard the firm as a trusted partner
- Chief Patent Counsel, Alpharma
While we are separated by an ocean, working with them has been very easy and fruitful
- Owner, Aquatrols
...a very high quality of service characterised by legal competence, commercial acumen, creativity and day-to-day working relationships...
- VP, IP, Domantis
I value the technical and legal expertise and ability to suggest creative solutions
- Director, Fluidigm Corporation
..has consistently provided good advice that has helped us obtain solid patent protection while constraining our costs
- Director, The Good Birth Company
I have found the thoroughness to be of the highest calibre and the personnel also to be such
- Partner, Howison & Arnott LLP
I’m continually impressed with the high level of technical competence and service from this firm
- VP Research & Technology, Meggitt PLC
I recommend Avidity as a good firm, both to work in and to work with
- Head of Bacterial Vaccine Patents, Novartis & ex-employee
I have complete trust in their ability to assemble the teams that are needed for complex patent matters from the deep talent pool that exists in Avidity IP
- VP, Global IP, Sanofi Pasteur
I have been uniformly impressed by the attention to detail, legal and technical knowledge and overall professionalism
- VP & General Counsel, Tapestry Pharmaceuticals
...possesses a thorough knowledge of European Patent Office practice and has assembled a team of highly competent attorneys and staff
- General Patent Counsel, Tektronix
..incredibly knowledgeable...with the scientific expertise to help us make the most of the new IP being developed in printable electronics
- OLED Group Leader, Thorn Lighting UK
They give me the impression of always being “on call” and eager to help.
- Professor of Physics, Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge
They have worked on the most important cases I have handled during my career, with tremendous success
- Partner, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
I would guess that some of our interactions have even created new law
- VP & Chief Patent Counsel, Affymetrix
My experience of working with the firm was excellent
- Head of Patents, Biovitrum AB
...very efficient and knowledgeable in advising and assisting me on IP issues
- IP Manager, Camelot Group plc
...technically first rate and able to provide a fast turnaround of work
- VP Engineering, CDT
...advice and recommendations are always very well researched and sound
- Marketing Director, Clinical Solutions
…reliable, responsive and thoughtful trade mark practitioner, and is a pleasure to work with
- Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
A great grasp of the technical issues
- Chambers UK
An excellent commitment to client service
- Chambers UK