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06 September 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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EIP—Rasmus Fredlund

New patent attorney hire for firm in Sweden

EIP has hired Rasmus Fredlund, a Swedish and European patent attorney. Rasmus joins the Stockholm office at managing associate level, as the firm approaches its second anniversary of opening in Sweden.

Rasmus has over 15 years’ experience dealing with patents in electronics and mechanical fields. Before entering private practice, Rasmus was an in-house patent attorney at Suzlon Technology Group in Germany.

Inga-Lill Andersson, head of EIP’s Stockholm office and its practice in Sweden, said: ‘We are thrilled that Rasmus is joining our team! His skills and enthusiasm will be a valuable addition to our offering and align perfectly with the spirit of samverkan [cooperation, collaboration , working together] and joy that defines us at EIP.’

Rasmus said: ‘I’m excited for this new chapter and to join this thriving, growing team at EIP. My mixed in-house experience so far has allowed me to build a balanced view and understanding of the challenges innovative businesses face and I look forward to applying my skills to support EIP’s clients.’

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