Nicka entered the patent profession in early 2001 after his biotech start-up firm ran out of cash, when joining a large Scandinavian IP firm – who up to that time had handled the IP of his own start-up.

In his early career Nicka specialised in advising universities and early stage companies within technology transfers. He has helped several companies through IP due diligence in successful private and public financing rounds and in giving firms advice on license negotiations.

Nicka understands the value of IP as a business tool, and clients appreciate his pragmatic commercial approach combined with his experience of patent prosecution and strategy in working with small, medium and large companies and academic institutions, ranging from spin-outs to multinationals.

Over the years as team leader and partner, Nicka developed interest in management, and in 2012 moved on to become CEO of one of Europe’s largest IP firms. In 2014, Nicka joined a newly founded patent boutique.

The entrepreneurial drive led to the founding of aera in the beginning of 2018, where Nicka will carry forward the desire to serve his clients, who cherish and value his devotion to solve complicated technical and legal issues before the EPO in both prosecution end opposition proceedings.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Certificate European Patent Litigation Course (Centre d’Etudes Internationales de là Propriété Intellectuelle), Université de Strasbourg, France
• Business Management Competence Development Program, School of Business and Social Sciences, The University of Aarhus, Denmark,
• Molecular biologist, Master of Science, The University of Aarhus, Denmark

EXPERIENCE

• Diagnostics & prognostic markers
• Molecular biology, particular recombinant nucleic acid
• Immunology & vaccination techniques
• Food technology
• Biochemistry
• Technology transfer & scouting
• IP value extraction

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly The Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Per entered the patent profession in early 2008 after being part of a patent process during his own Ph.D., and subsequent Post. Doc.

After the Post.Doc he specialised in advising universities and early stage companies, including technology transfer, during nearly a decade at one of the largest IP firms in Scandinavia.

Here Per also had a chance to be part of the team that handled international relations, and he was also head of biotechnology.

The entrepreneurial drive led to the founding of aera in the beginning of 2018, where Per will continue to serve his clients with passion and commitment.

Per has helped several companies through IP due diligence in successful private and public financing rounds, and in giving firms advice on license negotiations.

He understands the value of IP as a business tool, and clients appreciate his pragmatic approach combined with his extensive experience in handling cases before the European Patent Office and other major and minor patent jurisdictions, from USA to Japan, and Brazil to Thailand.

Clients appreciate his commitment, including the ability to understand and communicate complicated technical and legal issues.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• European Trademark & Design Attorney
• Certificate European Patent Litigation Course (Centre d’Etudes Internationales de là Propriété Intellectuelle, Université de Strasbourg, France)
• M.Sc. in molecular biology and chemistry, Aarhus University
• Ph.D. in molecular biology, Aarhus University

EXPERIENCE

• Molecular biology and medical related inventions
• Immunology & radioimmunology
• Vaccines
• Diagnostics & prognostic markers
• Biochemistry
• Food technology
• Process chemistry
• Technology transfer & scouting
• IP value extraction

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly The Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Anders has a MSc. in Engineering with heavy focus on Electronics & Mathematics from the Danish Technical University, where he worked with nonlinear dynamic systems and time series analysis, and entered the patent profession in 2003 in one of Europe’s largest IP-firms.

He has from day one been heavily involved with a major hearing aid client, and provided legal advice to protect all four cornerstones of smart hearing technology – audiology, connectivity, apps and design.

Anders has a profound understanding of the problematic issue of Computer-implemented inventions (CII) in Europe, and since “software patents” have the highest growth rate among all patent categories presented to the European Patent Office (EPO), his skills are in high demand ranging from the worlds largest software/hardware developer to the smallest start-up company with the vision to change the world.

With the explosion of the Internet of things (IoT) Anders has been committed to make an enormous effort in providing “invention harvesting” for clients who traditionally did not use IoT interaction, and filed numerous applications on the network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity which enable these objects to connect and exchange data.

Anders has extensive experience of prosecuting patent applications before numerous patent offices and frequently represents his clients at hearings before the EPO. His work has been used in successful global patent licensing and litigation discussions, and he also conducts opinion work.

Anders has been a CEIPI (Centre d’Études Internationales de la Propriété Intellectuelle) tutor since 2008 and continues to lecture prospective European Patent Attorneys in their preparation for the EQE (European qualifying examination), which tests candidates’ knowledge and aptitude to represent applicants in EPO proceedings and is widely regarded as one of the most demanding professional examinations.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Certificate European Patent Litigation Course (Centre d’Etudes Internationales de là Propriété Intellectuelle, Université de Strasbourg, France
• Master of Science in Engineering & Mathematics from the Danish Technical University (DTU)

EXPERIENCE

• Electronics
• Software
• User Interfaces
• Audiology
• Sensors
• Telecommunication
• Mechanics
• Optics

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly The Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Hanane entered the patent profession in early 2009 with more than 10 years of experience in research and development in Telecommunications, and Cyber security. She has worked both in industry and academia in Europe and in Japan.

Hanane applies her prior experience as a scientist to advise clients on all aspects of intellectual property, including patent drafting, prosecution, oppositions, acquisitions and competitive analysis. Hanane collaborates with a variety of clients ranging from multinational clients to small and medium size high tech companies in medical devices, consumer electronics, software, telecommunications, cryptography and, machine learning techniques.

Clients appreciate her ability to grasp complex techniques combined with her legal expertise in patent drafting, prosecution and strategy.

Her drive towards continuous improvement led to the founding of aera in the beginning of 2018, where Hanane serves clients with wit and passion.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Ph. D. in Wireless Communications, Aalborg University, Denmark
• M. Sc. E. E. , Aalborg University, Denmark
• M. Sc. Telecommunication Engineering, Ecole Centrale d’ Electronique, Paris, France

EXPERIENCE

• Electronics
• Software
• Business Methods
• Telecommunications
• Cryptography
• Blockchain Technology
• Machine Learning Techniques
• Technology Transfer & Scouting

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly The Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Nils started out as a trainee in a large Danish IP firm in 1999 after finishing his degree in physics & chemistry and ended up as department manager and partner in 2008 before relocating to Germany for private reasons (yes…love), and joined aera in the spring of 2018.

As key account manager on a number of big clients, he has been orchestrating teams of patent attorneys to cover broad technological areas. Nils has assisted several large academic institutions in different countries with evaluating and prioritizing their new ideas as well as their existing portfolios.

Nils understands the value of IP as a strategic tool, and clients appreciate his direct and honest approach to when to pursue patenting – and when not to. He has extensive drafting and prosecution experience and has yet to back down from a complicated invention, that being endovascular surgery, quantum computing or time travelling (honestly!).

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Business Management Competence Development Program, School of Business and Social Sciences, The University of Aarhus, Denmark
• M. Sc. Physics and Chemistry, The University of Aarhus, Denmark

EXPERIENCE

• Lasers and optics
• Still imaging
• Medical imaging
• Medical devices
• Optical communication
• Nanotechnology
• Generel physics

MEMBERSHIPS

• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Ingólfur started his career in the patent profession in 2006, when he joined a small family owned patent boutiqe after finishing his Masters degree from Aalborg University in Biomedical Engineering. However, shortly thereafter he joined Coloplast A/S – a large Danish medical device company – as an inhouse patent attorney, where he gained a lot of experience in aligning patents with business strategy.

Ingólfur returned to private practice in 2011 at a well established and highly reputable major Danish IP firm, where he was responsible for numerous large clients and became a partner in the firm in 2013. Prior to joining aera, Ingófur also worked at a Tier 1 firm in Sweden, where he served as a key account manager for a number of high profile clients originating from both Sweden and Denmark.

Ingólfur has vast experience on representing his clients in opposition proceedings, appeal proceedings, due diligence processes, as well as litigation in various jurisdictions throughout his career.

He has extensive knowledge within a wide range of technologies from the simple mechanical inventions to complex cross border inventions that span over several fields of technology, such as software, electronics, sensors and audiology.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Certificate European Patent Litigation Course (Centre DÉtudes Internationales de là Propriété Intelectuelle, Université de Strasbourg, France
• Master of Science of Biomedical Engineering from Aalborg University (AAU)

EXPERIENCE

• Mechanics
• Electronics
• Sensors
• Biomedical
• Energy
• Software
• Audiology

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly the Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Jens has an educational background at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he finished his Master of Science in Engineering Physics in 2005 with a special focus on the surface science of catalysts followed by a Ph.D. in 2008 focused on an experimental study of the use of biogas as fuel in fuel cells.

Jens has worked within a wide range of technologies from simple mechanical inventions to complex inventions involving several technological fields, such as filter technology, software, electronics and sensor technology. With his scientific background in fuel cells Jens has made a significant IP foot print in cleantech on hydrogen and solid oxide fuel cell technology, as well as material science, surface coating and software inventions.

Jens started his career in the patent profession in 2010, when he joined a small family-owned IPR bureau. For the past five years, Jens has worked as a patent attorney at a well-established Danish IP firm, where he has been responsible for handling patent-related matter for a large number of clients, including small and medium sized companies and startups.

Jens advise clients on all aspects of intellectual property, including patent drafting, opposition proceedings, infringement assessment, strategy, Freedom-to-Operate and patent prosecution, both nationally, regionally and internationally.

EDUCATION

• European Patent Attorney
• Ph.D. at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
• Master of Science in Engineering Physics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

EXPERIENCE

• Mechanics
• Surface Science
• Filter technology
• Electronics
• Sensors
• Energy

MEMBERSHIPS

• ADIPA (formerly The Danish Association of Patent Agents)
• European Patent Institute (EPI)

Trine has been working in the patent profession since 2007 as a patent administrator in private practice.

Trine is highly experienced in patent portfolio management for both small and large Danish, as well as international companies. Her competences include administration in relation to patent prosecution before the Danish and European authorities, and communication to foreign associates and authorities. Furthermore, Trine handles validation and recordals.

Trine strives to provide a dedicated, and impeccable service and communication to our clients and associates. Trine is a force to be reckoned with, which our clients, attorneys, and administrators rely on. Trine leads our patent administration team with empathy and vision to ensure an outstanding client service.

EDUCATION:

• QIPA – Qualified IP Administrator
• M. A. in English CCG, Aalborg University, Denmark
• BA in English and international studies, Aalborg University, Denmark and University of Sussex, U. K.

MEMBERSHIPS:

• DAIPA (Danish Association for IP Administrators)

Linda entered the patent profession in 2011 working as a patent administrator in private practice.

Linda is experienced in performing patent administration for both small and large companies and in handling large patent portfolios, including contact to foreign associates and authorities. Linda is also competent in handling validation and annuities.

Linda is a highly skilled patent administrator with a drive for providing efficient services to our clients. Linda proactively assists our patent attorneys to ensure impeccable service and communication to our clients and associates.

EDUCATION:

• M. A. in Spanish and Communication, Copenhagen Business School
• Diploma in English Business Communication, Technical Language, Southern University of Denmark

MEMBERSHIPS:

• DAIPA (Danish Association for IP Administrators)

Louisa has worked with patents since 2012, initially as a validation assistant and then as a patent administrator.

Louisa has worked with patent administration of client portfolios for small and large Danish and international companies. Her competences include administration of deadlines, communication with clients, associates and authorities, filing applications, process optimization and proof-reading of internal and external communication.

Louisa strives to provide excellent service and communication to our clients, associates and authorities.

EDUCATION:

• DAIPA II – “Videregående kursus for patentadministratorer”
• DAIPA I – “Grundkursus for patentadministratorer”
• M. A. in English and American Studies, Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
• BA in English and American Studies, Copenhagen Business School, Denmark

MEMBERSHIPS:

• DAIPA (Danish Association for IP Administrators)

Gustav’s primary responsibilities are to provide assistance to aera’s patent administration and attorneys in their everyday work.

Ulrich has more than 25 years of experience in marketing and communication alongside being a strong project leader.

His professional background takes root in the music industry where he among other things has worked as manager, agent and journalist.

Ulrich has worked with marketing and communication within the field of IP since 2012. In the period 2014–2017 he held the position as Marketing Manager in the Scandinavian IP company, Zacco.

His unique combination of being both an experienced communicator and having IP insight makes him a strong part of Aera’s external as well as internal communication.