Partner, Patent Attorney Southampton
Profile of James Cornford

I joined D Young & Co as a partner in 2022, having started in the profession back in 2010. I am a UK and European Patent Attorney with experience supporting a diverse portfolio of clients in mechanical fields, and I thrive on the varied work and challenges this brings – no two days are the same!

One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is developing trusting relationships with clients - several of the clients I have worked with have considered me to be a core part of their advisor team, which I find very fulfilling.

I represent clients before the European Patent Office (EPO) and the United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) in prosecution, opposition and appeal proceedings.

I have notable experience in 3D printing, agricultural systems, digital watermarking, medical devices, robotics, sputtering targets, VR systems and wearables. I also have experience in and am passionate about supporting sustainable technologies such as recyclable packaging and renewables - including heat pumps and solar-powered steam generators.

Awards

  • Awarded the Crown Europe and Industrial Group Project Prizes for Mechanical Engineering, University of Bristol.

Qualifications

  • MEng in Mechanical Engineering, University of Bristol.
  • Certificate in IP Litigation.
  • European Patent Attorney 2014.
  • Chartered Patent Attorney 2014.
  • Registered representative before the Unified Patent Court (UPC) 2023.

Memberships

  • Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA).
  • European Patent Institute (epi).