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Dr
Nienke
Lubben

Partner & Patent Attorney

York Office The Hague Office

Life sciences

Telephone. +44(0) 1904 732 120
Mobile. +44(0) 777 265 2294
Email. nlubben@hgf.com
UPC Representative
Our team of specialist European patent litigators, oppositions specialists and patent attorneys bring together an extensive depth of legal and technical knowledge and are qualified to represent you in the UPC.

Experience

Nienke is a European and UK Patent Attorney. Her client base includes several universities, start-ups, independent research institutes and small to medium enterprises. She advises on IP portfolio management and strategy, drafting, patent prosecution, freedom to operate and due diligence relating to potential asset licencing, acquisition or investment. Her extensive experience in drafting and analysing the value of third party patents and patent applications has given her a good understanding of how to prepare patent applications that are attractive to potential investors and licensees. In terms of technologies, Nienke specialises in the field of cell and gene therapy, with particular experience in TCR and CAR-T cell therapies. She has experience in a diverse range of technical subject matter including antibody and peptide therapeutics, viral vector production, biomarkers and diagnostic methods. She has a PhD in cell biology and immunology.

Qualifications

Patent Attorney

Chartered (UK)
Europe


BSC

Biological Sciences (genetics)

PHD

Cell Biology and Immunology

Recognition

Publications

Managing Intellectual Property firm rankings - IP Stars 2024

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MIP IP Rising Stars 2019/20

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