Stewardship
Commercial resolve. Responsible judgement.
Your patents have a commercial value. Your reputation and business relationships matter too. Our approach takes all of these interests seriously.
Four principles
What guides our work
Fair proposals, pursued with conviction
We approach prospective licensees with evidence and a reasoned commercial proposal. Our objective is a negotiated agreement. Where enforcement is needed, we are prepared to pursue it through specialist counsel within the scope agreed with the patent owner.
Your interests shape the approach
Existing licences, customer relationships and ongoing use of the technology help define the project. We agree which rights are involved and how the market will be approached before engagement begins.
Every step needs a commercial purpose
The work must remain proportionate to the opportunity. We keep costs, timing and the prospective outcome in view, reviewing whether further action is justified as the project develops. Where standard-essential patents are involved, applicable FRAND commitments inform the licensing approach.
A partner you can speak to in confidence
Discretion starts with the first conversation. We agree how sensitive information is shared and involve specialist partners within the agreed scope.