Patent Attorney, Professional Representative before the EPO, Representative to the UPC, Engineer graduated from Polytech Nice (Polytech Nice Sophia University), Master 2 in Intellectual Property Law.
David Devic
- Languages:Native French, English, Spanish.
- Office:Nantes
- Area of competence:Patents
Work experience
David is co-head of the Nantes office. He joined the firm in 2002 and has developed a recognized expertise in patents for more than 20 years. He supports his clients, from start-ups to large international groups, but also research institutes, in the protection and defence of their innovations.
Professional focus
David's practice covers the drafting and monitoring of procedures relating to French, PCT and European patent applications. He manages the obtaining of protection abroad, mainly in the United States and Asia, relying on a network of international correspondents. He has extensive experience in handling patent litigation in France, as well as in opposition and appeal proceedings before the European Patent Office.
Areas of expertise
David's expertise is twofold, covering both the fields of mechanics (metal packaging, agricultural devices, medical devices, automated machines) and life sciences (biology, biotechnologies, food supplements). Its intervention also extends to the specific fields of Supplementary Protection Certificates and Plant Variety Certificates.