Spotlight: Doctrine of Equivalents - UPC v Other Jurisdictions

18 Jan 2027
UPC & Global Litigation Strategy

The UPC still has no unified doctrine of equivalents, with three competing tests emerging across divisions and the Court of Appeal yet to settle the question. This session places the UPC's approach alongside the established tests in the US, UK, Germany and beyond, and asks what the gaps mean for patentees litigating across jurisdictions. 

Speakers
Stephan Neuhaus
Stephan Neuhaus, Partner - A&O Shearman
Manuel Neetz
Manuel Neetz, Head of IP - Siemens Healthineers