Olivia Murray

Patent Attorney

London

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Memberships

CIPA
EPI

Qualifications

Registered UPC Representative
European Patent Attorney
Chartered Patent Attorney
Certificate in Intellectual Property Law, Queen Mary University of London
MChem, University of Oxford

During my Masters year, I undertook a research project focusing on enzymes that play a role in antibiotic resistance. This project piqued my interest in the commercial and real-world applications of research. The role of a patent attorney appealed most to my curiosity of how science and technology meets with law to impact society at large.

As a Patent Attorney specialising in the areas of chemicals and materials, I assist with preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the UK, Europe and worldwide. I find working across such a broad spectrum of technology, from food science to polymers, catalysts and petroleum refining particularly exciting. Every day brings new challenges, from both a legal and a technical perspective. I enjoy constantly learning and developing my practice and expertise.

During my career to-date, I have developed my analytical skills and my experience of strategy development. Both are critical in formulating the best possible solution for the applicant, within the limits of the legal framework. I have worked with clients to help them obtain patent protection in jurisdictions that are key to their business, whilst working within their budget to develop a strong patent portfolio.

Recent experience

Assisting a start-up company with building and prosecuting its global patent portfolio, including developing a strategy for optimum patent protection in key jurisdictions within the company’s budget.

Assisting a global food company in competitor watching and advising on relevant IP belonging to third parties that may impact the client’s freedom-to-operate.

Assisting with the urgent drafting and filing of a patent application for a food-based product, in light of an imminent scheduled public disclosure.

Publications

Co-presented on recent European case law updates at the Royal Society of Chemistry’s IP Case Law Seminar on 2 November 2022.

“I find it particularly exciting to work across such a broad spectrum of technology. Every day brings new challenges, from both a legal and technical perspective.”