Software & Quantum Computing

With a broad range of skills and specialisms, our growing team of software and quantum computing experts is well positioned to support you.

IP protection for software & quantum computing #

Encompassing computer scientists, mathematicians and physicists, our breadth of experience covers sectors as diverse as automotive, blockchain, cryptography, cybersecurity, gaming, healthcare, telecoms, the metaverse and mixed reality, as well as consumer goods and services.

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Our expertise in software & quantum computing #

We work with the organisations and technologies that shape our world, including industry leaders like Amazon, nChain, NTT, Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation) and ZTE, as well as universities, SMEs and start-ups. We provide robust and informed IP procurement, guidance and enforcement strategies in addition to straightforward, commercially focused advice.

Our attorneys understand that, in addition to outstanding technical capability, the foundation of great client service is forged from strong relationships that will stand the test of time. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative and stable software team will spend time getting to grips with your business, strategy and IP portfolio to build a platform from which we can help you achieve success.

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Our software & quantum computing IP team #

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Steven Suèr

Executive Director

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Stephane Antoine

European Patent Attorney

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Catherine Bonner

Executive Director

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Catherine Hanratty

Director, Patents

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Gareth Price

Director, Trade Marks

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Anne Bashir

Director, Trade Marks

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Jocelyn Retter

Patent Attorney

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Karen Fraser

Executive Director

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Barry Moore

Managing Director, Patents

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Laurence Bibow

Senior Irish and European Patent Attorney

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Kate Harkness

Senior Patent Attorney

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Terence Broderick

Senior European Patent Attorney

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Clare Collins

Senior Patent Attorney

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Nicole Cordy

Director, Patents, Head of Client Conflict

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Thomas Le Neel

Patent Scientist

Murgitroyd is well-placed to handle cross-border patent prosecution work for clients in the software, electronics, mechanical engineering, chemistry and life sciences sectors.

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Congratulations to our Software Team for their Gold Award

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Murgitroyd is the best firm I have worked with over the last 17 years. I consider the Murgitroyd team an extended part of the patent team. The level of service and support is the best in the business.

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