Engineering expert joins IP firm
Specialist IP firm Mewburn Ellis has welcomed Andrew Mears to the practice as a partner.
Andrew joins the firm’s Bristol office from Withers & Rogers. A qualified patent attorney in the UK, Europe and Singapore, he previously spent five years in the Singapore office of Spruson & Ferguson, and has also worked as a patent agent for Gowling WLG in Canada. Prior to beginning his legal career, Andrew was a software engineer in the mobile telecoms industry, and a control system engineer for Rolls-Royce. His patent expertise spans a wide range of mechanical and electrical fields, including aerospace, surveillance and drilling systems, telecoms, and electronic payment technology.
Bristol-based partner Richard Johnson commented: ‘At Mewburn Ellis, we have always trained the very best IP attorneys and have traditionally promoted from within. However, as we undergo significant growth, we are increasingly considering carefully selected lateral hires. Andrew’s credentials are impeccable and his patent expertise and international experience will add significant value to Mewburn’s client delivery and business development. We’re delighted to welcome him to the firm.’
Andrew added: ‘Mewburn Ellis’ track record and reputation for IP excellence is well known and the firm has ambitious plans for growth. It’s an exciting time to be joining the firm.’
