‘When we effectively defend a patent application and receive a patent grant, that is always a successful moment. Equally well, advising in a patent infringement case or precisely analysing the opportunities and risks which are important to the client is a great and valuable aspect of our work.
It especially provides satisfaction when you have successfully defended a European patent in opposition proceedings before the European Patent Office. If this is about a crucial patent position for your client, and the interests are significant, then you especially experience how much impact your work in its entirety can have.
My colleagues at Patentwerk have a strong team spirit, both business-wise and personally.’
Olaf Roelands MSc
The expertises of Olaf
Olaf is experienced in preparing and defending patent applications, estimating the validity of an patent, and opposing a patent if desired. He also regularly acts on behalf of the patent holder or alleged infringer in a patent infringement case.
In terms of technology, Olaf advises in the area of chemical and mechanical engineering inventions.
His expertise ranges from pharmaceutical products to hydraulic equipment. Subjects such as medical technology and plastic products are also no stranger to him.
Olaf has extensive experience in the creation of intellectual property rights and the advance estimate of the potential value of such a right.
More about Olaf
Employed
by Patentwerk since 2014by Patentwerk since 2014
Education
Master of Science in Chemistry at Utrecht University; pro...Master of Science in Chemistry at Utrecht University; professional training for Dutch and European Patent Attorney.
Relevant work experience
Before Olaf joined Patentwerk, he worked for more than tw...Before Olaf joined Patentwerk, he worked for more than twelve years at two other offices in the Netherlands. In 2008, he also lived and worked in Munich for a year.