Sagittarius IP
Sagittarius IP is a leading UK-based intellectual property services company specializing in biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceutical patents. Founded in 2002, it offers high standards of technical and commercial advice, tailored services, and a strong reputation for excellence in the life sciences sector. The firm is committed to helping clients maximize the value of their intellectual property through a range of proactive and bespoke services.
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Sagittarius IP
Products
Patent Filing & Prosecution
Expert advice for preparing, drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceuticals.
Invention Spotting
Working closely with clients to review and capture patentable inventions for the generation of new IP and ensure its protection.
Oppositions & Appeals
Representing clients in EPO opposition proceedings and appeals to defend patent rights or clear the way to market.
Freedom to Operate
Designing, commissioning, and analysing freedom to operate searches to provide clear, commercially orientated advice.
IP Education
Tailored, in-house IP training to support clients new to understanding patents or internal teams managing worldwide IP strategy.
Licensing & Due Diligence
Advice supporting clients on either side of a diligence, including IP licensing, assignments, and third-party agreements.
Patent Filing & Prosecution
Expert advice for preparing, drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceuticals.
Invention Spotting
Working closely with clients to review and capture patentable inventions for the generation of new IP and ensure its protection.
Oppositions & Appeals
Representing clients in EPO opposition proceedings and appeals to defend patent rights or clear the way to market.
Freedom to Operate
Designing, commissioning, and analysing freedom to operate searches to provide clear, commercially orientated advice.
IP Education
Tailored, in-house IP training to support clients new to understanding patents or internal teams managing worldwide IP strategy.
Licensing & Due Diligence
Advice supporting clients on either side of a diligence, including IP licensing, assignments, and third-party agreements.
Services
Capture of patentable inventions from client activities to support IP generation and protection.
Drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications, including international (PCT) filings and representation before the UK and European patent offices; coordination of global prosecution.
Representation in opposition hearings and appeals before the European Patent Office.
Strategic advice on IP portfolio management, including regular evaluation of technology developments and prosecution strategy to maximise value.
Commissioning and conducting freedom-to-operate searches and providing commercial advice on freedom-to-operate risks.
Advice on IP licensing, assignments and third-party agreements; management of IP due diligence for corporate transactions.
Capture of patentable inventions from client activities to support IP generation and protection.
Drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications, including international (PCT) filings and representation before the UK and European patent offices; coordination of global prosecution.
Representation in opposition hearings and appeals before the European Patent Office.
Strategic advice on IP portfolio management, including regular evaluation of technology developments and prosecution strategy to maximise value.
Commissioning and conducting freedom-to-operate searches and providing commercial advice on freedom-to-operate risks.
Advice on IP licensing, assignments and third-party agreements; management of IP due diligence for corporate transactions.
Expertise Areas
- Patent prosecution for biotechnology, chemistry and pharmaceuticals
- European Patent Office oppositions and appeals
- Freedom-to-operate analysis
- IP portfolio strategy and management
Key Technologies
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceuticals
- Chemical sciences
- International (PCT) patent filing processes
News & Updates
Ranked as one of Europe’s Leading Patent Law Firms by the Financial Times and Statista for 6 consecutive years
The firm has maintained its Gold rating in the Chemistry and Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Food & Healthcare categories.
Ranked as one of Europe’s Leading Patent Law Firms by the Financial Times and Statista for 6 consecutive years
The firm has maintained its Gold rating in the Chemistry and Pharmacy and Biotechnology, Food & Healthcare categories.