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Luigi Distefano
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  • 1 London Bridge
  • London, United Kingdom SE1 9BG
+44 (0)20 7864 2823
luigi.distefano@finnegan.com luigi.distefano@finnegan.com

Luigi Distefano

Associate

  • +44 (0)20 7864 2823 +44 (0)20 7864 2823
  • luigi.distefano@finnegan.com luigi.distefano@finnegan.com
  • 1 London Bridge
  • London, United Kingdom SE1 9BG
  • vCard

Luigi Distefano is a UK and European patent attorney whose practice focuses on patent prosecution, portfolio development and management, drafting, client counseling, and oppositions and appeals before the European Patent Office (EPO). Luigi predominantly handles subject matter in the fields of electronic and mechanical engineering, and has extensive experience in dealing with the nuances of prosecuting computer implemented inventions in Europe.

With more than ten years of intellectual property experience, Luigi has gained a wide spectrum of technical expertise, particularly in the fields of telecommunications, artificial intelligence (AI), cryptography, optical devices, computer graphics, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. His experience includes advising and managing worldwide filing programs for large multinationals, assisting startup technology companies, and advising university spin-outs with securing protection for core technology. He is adept at tailoring his strategic advice to the different commercial needs of his clients. Luigi has had extended secondments working in the in-house patent departments for large multinationals in the automotive and aerospace sectors.

Having grown up trilingual, Luigi is comfortable working in the EPO's three official languages. Prior to his legal career Luigi worked as an R&D physicist in the field of electromagnetism for an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the automotive industry. His curiosity for exploring new technologies ultimately lead him to pursue a career in patent law.

Insights

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Part Two - Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO

Part Two - Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO Part Two - Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO

June 29, 2022

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Protecting AI Inventions: Deep Practice Dive

Protecting AI Inventions: Deep Practice Dive Protecting AI Inventions: Deep Practice Dive

May 18, 2022

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Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO

Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO Non-obviousness and Inventive Step in Software, Electronics, and Mechanical Cases: Strategies and Practical Examples for Advancing Prosecution at the USPTO and the EPO

November 17, 2021

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Best Practices in Intellectual Property 2021 Best Practices in Intellectual Property 2021

October 24-25, 2021

Tel Aviv

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Prosecution Strategies You Should Consider for a Global Portfolio, and Tips for Implementing Those Strategies in View of Recent US and EPO Guidance

Prosecution Strategies You Should Consider for a Global Portfolio, and Tips for Implementing Those Strategies in View of Recent US and EPO Guidance Prosecution Strategies You Should Consider for a Global Portfolio, and Tips for Implementing Those Strategies in View of Recent US and EPO Guidance

October 14, 2021

Webinar

Books

Patent Subject Matter Eligibility:
A Global Guide
Patent Subject Matter Eligibility:
A Global Guide

September 2021

Globe Law and Business
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Admissions and Education

Admissions

  • European Patent Office
  • UK Intellectual Property Office

Education

Queen Mary & Westfield University, University of London
Certificate, Intellectual Property Law, Merit, 2009
Imperial College, University of London
M.Sc., Optics & Photonics, 2006
King’s College London, University of London
B.Sc., Physics & Philosophy, 1st Class, 2002

Languages

  • Italian
  • German
  • French

Luigi's Practices

European, German, and UK IP Law
EPO Oppositions and Appeals
Patent Prosecution
Patent Litigation
The Unitary Patent System (UPS) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC)

Luigi's Industries

Chemicals, Industrials, and Materials
Manufacturing
Electronics and Information Technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Electrical and Computer Technology
Transportation and Logistics
Aerospace, Aviation, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Automotive and Smart Mobility Tech

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