European Unitary Patent System

The Unitary Patent Court announced yesterday that the sunrise period for the court will not commence until 1 March 2023, which means the Unitary Patent Court will commence on 1 June 2023.

For holders of European patents and applications there are a number of steps that we recommend are taken in preparation for commencement of the Unitary Patent System.  We are in the process of contacting all of our clients with a portfolio of European patents and applications to discuss the best options for them.  If you would like to discuss the implications of the new European Unitary Patent System on your business, please contact us.