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Bird & Bird

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Overview

International law firm Bird & Bird is revered for IT/IP and data protection capabilities. Its Dublin office in June 2022. Life sciences, technology, communications, and the consumer industries are cornerstones of the Irish practice. Their contentious practice represents global companies in disputes before the Irish courts. Infringement and revocation proceedings are core attributes. 

Notable patent practitioners: Michael Finn, Ann Henry. 

Notable practitioners: Deirdre Kilroy, Erika O’Donnell.  

Testimonial

2026

"The team is very knowledgeable about IP and tech matters, easy to work with, hands on."

"We particularly value Bird & Bird Ireland’s IP litigation team, especially Ann Henry, for combining deep technical understanding with practical strategic thinking. In complex pharmaceutical patent disputes, the team provides clear risk assessments, concise written work, and a pragmatic approach in court, while effectively coordinating Irish proceedings with broader multi-jurisdictional strategies. They are responsive, reliable, and a strong partner in technically demanding cases."

Ann Henry

"Ann Henry stands out for her responsiveness, her ability to very quickly understand complex technical and legal issues, and her exceptionally broad and in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical patent litigation. She gives clear, practical advice and is a very reliable partner with a strong team."

Patent

Case studies show the firm advised Dexcom in relation to a potential patent infringement and revocation dispute. It also acted for Sandoz in patent revocation proceedings before the Commercial Court.

Trade mark

The firm acted for Merck in a trade mark infringement and breach of contract dispute against Merck Sharp & Dohme. It also defended Vacaciones eDreams in an infringement case on a screen scraping pretext.