Unified Patent Court (UPC) | Litigation services

“Bristows’s patents team isn’t governed by billing targets as others are, so they have the time to get to grips with the tech in a very deep way.”

Chambers and Partners UK 2026

“They have an excellent depth of knowledge and experience in both the law and the MedTech industry. They are always responsive and attentive.”

Chambers and Partners UK 2026

“I think they are the best for patent litigation – their calibre is unmatched.”

Chambers and Partners UK 2026

“They are a top-tier firm with a very busy FRAND and tech-side IP practice.”

Chambers and Partners UK 2026

“Bristows’ patent litigators are excellent, highly motivated and hard-working. As a team, they are particularly good at a deep understanding of the relevant technology and applying that knowledge to tactical advantage in litigation. Moreover, the people are down-to-earth and fun to work with, which makes a real difference. I have worked with almost every other top-tier patent litigation firm in London, and Bristows is a definite leader in the field.”

Legal 500 2026

“Amongst the best in the UK and with a good network of partner firms to coordinate UPC cases. Young, dynamic partners with enthusiastic and able associates.”

Legal 500 2026

“The Bristows team are a total delight to work with – they combine excellent IP knowledge with fantastic commercial awareness in the TMT sector on issues such as patent licensing/FRAND. They have real strength in depth in the team, from the most senior partners to the more junior associates.”

Legal 500 2026

“The Bristows team is very impressive at all levels, from junior associates through to partners. The team combines a fantastic technical ability with real commercial nous. They drive litigation efficiently and effectively for the benefit of their clients. They compare very favourably to other teams in the sector, representing all round quality.” 

Legal 500 2025

“The Bristows patents team combine outstanding technical ability with an impressive knowledge and understanding of the law, borne of a huge amount of experience in patent litigation. Everyone I have worked with, from partners to associate level, has impressed me with their comprehensive knowledge of the cases we have been involved in, both at the technical level and the legal and strategic aspects. They are also extremely hard working and run a well-organised and highly efficient operation.”

 

Legal 500 2025

“Bristows is the complete package. The team is always a joy to work with; everyone knows their role and does their bit to the highest standard. Excellent lawyers with strong technical knowledge and understanding.” 

Legal 500 2025

“My experience is of Bristows’ patent litigators, who are excellent. As a team, they are particularly good at a deep understanding of the relevant technology and applying that knowledge to tactical advantage in litigation.” 

Legal 500 2025

​​“With an ever-impressive client list, wide range of expertise across all industries and a high number of recommended partners, Bristows remains a go-to firm for clients wishing to litigate at the UK patent courts.” 

​JUVE 2024​

​​“Working with Bristows is always a superb experience thanks to its deep bench of talent who are extremely responsive, supportive, pragmatic and business-oriented.” 

​IAM Patent 1000 2024​

​​“Justified reputation as one of, if not the, leading firms for IP life sciences. Excellent reputation in the UK and beyond – widely respected throughout Europe for coordinating multi-jurisdictional disputes.” 

​Legal 500 2023​

​​“Maintaining one of the broadest patent benches, Bristows LLP is praised as ‘one of the top UK-based patent litigation firms’ with a full-service capacity.” 

​Legal 500 2023​

“Bristows remains a force to be reckoned with in Europe.” 

JUVE Patent UK 2023​ 

​​“Bristows is known for its deep bench of high-calibre litigators with supreme expertise in contentious patent, trade mark, designs and copyright matters. The team is particularly sought after for biosimilars and telecommunications litigation, and is frequently instructed for standard-essential patent-related disputes.” 

​Chambers and Partners 2023