Richard Ebbink
Partner / UPC representative
Richard is a partner at Brinkhof who specialises in conducting European patent litigation. As a lawyer and UPC representative, he advocates the interests of primarily international companies before the UPC and the national patent courts in Europe, including in The Hague. Richard has gained international respect for his balanced coordination of parallel patent proceedings in Europe, the US and the EPO.
‘Award for Excellence in Patent Practice/Litigation’
Richard is fluent in German, English, French, and Italian which has proven and is proving to be a valuable asset in the international patent arena and in particular before the UPC, an international forum. The reviews Richard has received over the years show he is at his best when in court. Among other awards, he was honoured with the ‘Award for Excellence in Patent Practice/Litigation’ by WORLDleaders International IP Awards.
What others say about Richard:
“Steady and well prepared, Richard Ebbink is held in high esteem by opposing counsel.”
“He thinks more like a US litigator.” (Chambers & Partners)
Experience & ancillary activities
Richard is a member of the Advisory Board of EPLAW, the European Patent Lawyers Association, and has previously served as president of that organisation. He studied in Amsterdam and at Columbia University Law School in New York (LLM, 1983).
