Ralph Cox

Ralph Cox is a partner in Fasken Martineau LLP (London) and a member of the Technology and Intellectual Property practice group.

Ralph has specialised in contentious intellectual property matters, particularly patent litigation, since qualifying as a solicitor in 1994 and now leads the practice area in the firm's London office. He has taken a significant number of patent and trade mark actions to trial and appeal, many of which have been reported. Recent actions include Greiner v Becton Dickinson (patents - medical devices), Victorinox v True Utility (patents - consumer goods), Omnipharm v Sepracor (patents - pharmaceuticals), Eli Lilly v 8PM (trade mark infringement and damages enquiry); Wolters Kluwer v Reed Elsevier (trade mark infringement - interlocutory injunction); and Penthouse v Penthouse (trade mark ownership).

As well as litigation, Ralph's patent practice includes advice on freedom to operate, validity and patent portfolios and conducting proceedings before the UK Patent Office and the European Patent Office. He is a member of Fasken Martineau's iMarque team covering filing work as well as conducting Trade Marks Registry proceedings and, appeals from the Registry to the High Court. Other aspects of Ralph's practice include advising on and conducting litigation on passing off, copyright and designs as well as misuse of confidential information and the jurisdictional issues that often arise where multinational companies are involved or the infringing activities extend beyond the UK.

Selected Experience

• Eli Lilly & Others v 8PM Chemist Ltd [2009] EWHC 1905 (Ch)
• Eli Lilly & Company v 8PM Chemist Ltd [2008] FSR 11 & [2008] FSR 12

News

• Chambers UK Legal Directory 2009
• Legal 500 UK Legal Directory 2008

Publications

• IP Update - Review of 2009
• EU Customs Detention in the pharmaceutical sector

Presentations

• Managing Intellectual Property in a Soft Economy
• Reputation Management Seminar, London October 2007 and May 2008

Membership/Affiliations

• Intellectual Property Lawyers Association (IPLA)
• London Solicitors Litigation Association (LSLA)
• International Trademark Association (INTA)
• International Bar Association (IBA)

Honours and Awards

• Ralph is mentioned in the Legal 500 2007 directory. "Clients of the recently merged Fasken Martineau Stringer Saul praise the sector-specific work of IP partner Ralph Cox."
• Ralph is mentioned in the Legal 500 2008 directory. The "knowledgeable and skilful" Ralph Cox handles patent litigation.
• Ralph is mentioned in the Legal 500 2009 directory. Ralph Cox "exhibits detailed knowledge and meticulous attention to detail" and has a focus on IP litigation in the telecoms, electronics and IT industries.
• Ralph is mentioned in Chambers UK legal directory 2007 as leading Fasken Martineau Stringer Saul's Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation team which "is noted for its eminence in this area."
• Ralph is mentioned in Chambers UK legal directory 2008 as "highly specialised in patents, with an extensive knowledge and meticulous approach", Ralph Cox is considered excellent at reaching a settlement. Clients mention "proficiency and commercial outlook" as his strong qualities.
• Ralph is mentioned in Chambers UK legal directory 2009 as "the standout member of the team, Ralph Cox is attentive, insightful and provides effective advice on both litigation and settlement opportunities. He is also praised for his knowledge of law in different jurisdictions."
• Ralph is mentioned in Chambers UK legal directory 2009 as a 'Leader in his field'. Ralph is recommended in Intellectual Property: Generalist Lawyers (Cover all aspects).
• Ralph is mentioned in Chambers UK legal directory 2010 as a 'Leader in his field'. Ralph is recommended in Intellectual Property: Generalist Lawyers (Cover all areas).