Bird & Bird flies high with most wins at European Managing IP (MIP) Awards

The team took home the following awards:

• Europe Copyright Firm of the Year
• Europe Patent Disputes Firm of the Year
• Germany UPC Firm of the Year
• Benelux Patent Firm of the Year
• France Patent Disputes Firm of the Year
• German Patent Practitioner of the Year: Oliver Jan Jüngst
• Europe Impact Case of the Year: Teva v Merck Sharp & Dohme
• Europe Impact Case of the Year: Edwards Lifesciences Corporation v Meril (2024)
• Europe Impact Case of the Year: Meril v Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (2024)
• Europe Impact Case of the Year: Huawei v Netgear (2024)
• UK Impact Case of the Year: Lidl Great Britain v Tesco Stores (2024)
• Czech Republic Practitioner of the Year: Vojtěch Chloupek
• UAE Rising Star Award: Sahar Tarhini

The awards recognise the team's longstanding position at the forefront of IP, as well as the exceptional quality of their work, passion for innovation and cutting-edge approach.

Peter Brownlow, International co-Head of Bird & Bird’s IP Group, said of the wins:

"Bird & Bird's recognition at the MIP awards is a terrific achievement. Our track record in patent litigation both before the UPC and beyond is particularly impressive in such a competitive practice area.  It also speaks volumes about the adaptability and collegiality of our IP team across our global network in our ability to successfully navigate the complexities of multi-jurisdictional patent litigation, particularly in important forums like the UPC.  Equally impressive is the sheer volume of recognition across all disciplines of IP and it showcases the immense talent we have in each of our countries.

To stand out as a clear leader in the IP field is a proud moment for us."

Bird & Bird's international group has been successful at every ceremony since the inception of these awards.