Simon Mark Wright
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| Simon Mark Wright | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| 🏳️ Nationality | British |
| 💼 Occupation | Patent Attorney, Trade Mark Attorney |
| Known for | President of the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA) |
| Title | CPA, EPA, CTMA |
Simon Mark Wright is a British patent and trade mark attorney who serves as the President of the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA). Specializing in biotechnology and life sciences, Wright has over 35 years of experience in intellectual property law, portfolio planning, and European Patent Office (EPO) oppositions.
Education and early career
Wright studied chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Bristol, graduating in 1986. Following his studies, he entered private practice patent law in London. He qualified as a UK patent and trade mark attorney in 1990, and subsequently became a European Patent Attorney in 1992.
Career
Wright spent a significant portion of his early career at the IP firm J A Kemp, joining in 1994 and becoming a partner in 1999. In January 2022, he joined the patent firm Schlich as a consultant and director.
Throughout his career, Wright has focused heavily on the life sciences sector. His technical expertise includes intellectual property related to vaccines, pharmaceuticals, gene therapy, CRISPR technology, stem cells, and biofuels. He has frequently represented multi-national firms and academic organizations in complex oral proceedings, oppositions, and appeals before the European Patent Office.
Leadership and professional bodies
Wright has held several prominent council and committee roles within national and international intellectual property institutes:
- Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA): He serves as the Chair of the CIPA Biotech Committee and was elected President of CIPA.
- Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi): He serves as one of the UK members of the epi governing Board and acts as the Secretary of the epi Biotech Committee.
References
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Category:British lawyers
Category:Alumni of the University of Bristol
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