
19 September 2024NewsUnified Patent CourtMarisa Woutersen
‘Don’t rely on national case law’ at the UPC: Wouter Pors, Bird & Bird
The founding partner of Bird & Bird’s Dutch office explores his recent victory for Edwards Lifesciences and his active role at the court.
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