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One of the leading patent litigators in South Africa with extensive experience in life sciences and pharmaceutical patent matters.
Rowan Joseph’s experience in the drafting and prosecution of patents and litigation experience in pharmaceutical matters sees him leading the life sciences and patent litigation departments at Von Seidels.
Rowan Joseph is a patent attorney and partner at Von Seidels. His expertise includes the prosecution of local and foreign patents and registered designs. He is an experienced High Court litigator, specialising in chemical and generic pharmaceutical matters.
Rowan Joseph’s expertise includes the preparation and filing of local and foreign patent applications, registered design applications, intellectual property licensing and copyright matters.
Rowan also has an active intellectual property litigation practice which includes conducting High Court litigation on behalf of clients and the drafting of patent infringement and validity opinions, particularly in the field of pharmaceuticals.
Rowan serves as Chair on the International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys (FICPI) CET Group 5, focusing on biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields.
Best Lawyers recognises Rowan Joseph as a leading lawyer in IP law (2014 - 2024).
Managing Intellectual Property recognises Rowan as a ‘Patent Star’ (2013 - 2023).
IAM Patent 1000 features Rowan as a Recommended Individual (2012 - 2023).
Legal 500 recognises Rowan as a ‘Leading Individual’ (2013 - 2023).
Who’s Who Legal features Rowan as a patent expert (2017 - 2023).
“Patent Firm of the Year – South Africa” recognition during Managing Intellectual Property’s awards ceremony held last night in London.
In Rowan Joseph’s article, he highlights areas such as patent status information on medicines and vaccines, and discusses patent information…
Normally we would be well into the IPIC – IP Industry Cycle tour – at this time of year, enjoying scenic bike rides and socialising with friends from…
Chambers and Partners recognises Von Seidels and 7 of our partners in the 2022 edition of the Global Guide. Our firm retained our ranking