Nick Burton
Director, Patents
Nick Burton specialises in patents relating to semiconductor technology, including mixed signal devices, car radar and wafer processing and packaging. He also works with clients in the fields of virtual reality and immersive technologies, automotive products and computer-implemented inventions.
Nick is experienced in drafting cases for patent protection in Europe and around the world, alongside patent prosecution at the European Patent Office and UK Intellectual Property Office. He also frequently advises on infringement and validity matters.
Having joined Murgitroyd in 2021 as part of the addition of UDL Intellectual Property, Nick is responsible for our attorney development programme. He previously worked as in-house counsel for a large semiconductor company, advising on patent creation and portfolio management. Nick earned his PhD in physics by studying the magnetic properties of rare earth metals at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility.
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Sector expertise
- Autoindustrie
- Engineering and industry
- Software and related technology
- Elektronik
- games
- Apps
- VR and immersive technologies
- Medizinische Vorrichtungen
Key contributor to the team recognised as Highly Recommended by WIPR
WIPR UK Patent Rankings 2025
Key contributor to the team recognised in the Top Patent Law Firm Rankings
The Patent Lawyer Magazine - 2024 & 2025
Nick has a deep knowledge of the patent process and can express complex issues in simple terms. He provides expert guidance while ensuring that commercial issues are considered appropriately.
Legal Counsel - Marine Rescue Service
Key contributor to our Technology, Media & Telecoms Team awarded Gold by the Financial Times
Financial Times European Leading Patent Law Firms - 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025
