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02 July 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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EIP—Felix Hütt

Patent attorney joins team in Germany

EIP has announce the addition of Felix Hütt to its German team. Felix is a litigation-experienced German and European patent attorney. As well as handling litigation-related validity challenges, he is also an experienced Unified Patent Court representative.

Before joining EIP, Felix honed his skills in the patent litigation team of Hogan Lovells International. His specialties include information and communication technology, semiconductor technology, electrical engineering, software and optics. He joins EIP’s team of communications, computing and electronics experts.

Felix said: ‘I am thrilled to be joining a dynamic team that has made a name for itself in big litigation. I look forward to bringing my experience and expertise to the table to work with the team in advising and representing clients on the most complex and significant matters.’

Christof Höhne, partner at EIP’s Düsseldorf office, said: ‘It is great to see EIP’s team in Germany growing and developing. Earlier this year, we had two partner promotions within the team. Now, with Felix joining, we are complementing our skillset. We are confident that Felix will play a key role in the continued growth of EIP.’

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