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Geert Theuws

Geert Theuws

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Geert specialises in complex, cross-border patent litigation in the fields of electronics, life sciences, and mechanics. He is known for his written and oral advocacy skills and his ability to translate complex legal and technical issues into clear, understandable terms. Geert has vast experience in litigating patent infringement and validity matters before the Dutch national courts and is currently a key member of the Taylor Wessing team handling cases before the Unified Patent Court (UPC). 

Beyond his expertise in patent law, Geert has a strong foundation in contractual and tort law, having managed patent licensing programs, anti-piracy and border seizure issues, and distribution law matters with competition law aspects. He is also experienced in arbitration, representing clients under the NAI and ICC rules. Geert’s ability to navigate complex legal issues across multiple jurisdictions makes him a valuable asset to clients seeking practical solutions in in national and international patent cases.

 

 

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Since 2024 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
2021-2023 Founding member, Chief Legal Officer, Copyright Delta
2015-2021 Partner, Hoyng ROKH Monegier
2005-2015 Associate, Hoyng ROKH Monegier
2015 LLM, Dutch law, Tilburg University
2014 LLB, Dutch law, Tilburg University

Career

Since 2024 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
2021-2023 Founding member, Chief Legal Officer, Copyright Delta
2015-2021 Partner, Hoyng ROKH Monegier
2005-2015 Associate, Hoyng ROKH Monegier

Education

2015 LLM, Dutch law, Tilburg University
2014 LLB, Dutch law, Tilburg University

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What have we learned from two years UPC preliminary injunctions?

11 June 2025

by Geert Theuws

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Episode 4: SEPs and FRAND developments in the Unified Patent Court (UPC)

In this episode Paul England is joined by Geert Theuws, Xuyang Zhu, Mike Washbrook and Phillip Rektorschek.

3 March 2025

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