ALTIUS and De Clercq & Partners launch Altius De Clercq: one integrated UPC Litigation Team
13 January 2026
We are pleased to announce the launch of Altius De Clercq, our new collaboration withALTIUS, dedicated exclusively to patent litigation before the Unified Patent Court.hashta
Altius De Clercq brings together ALTIUS’ litigation strength and De Clercq & Partners’ technical excellence in one fully integrated UPC Litigation Team. With 27 qualified UPC Representatives, led by 8 experienced partners, the team combines depth, scale and hands-on experience to support clients across the full spectrum of UPC disputes.
Both firms emphasise that nothing will change for clients not involved in UPC litigation: ALTIUS and De Clercq & Partners will continue to operate independently and under their own names, and all non-UPC advice and litigation services will remain available from the respective firms through the same trusted advisors.
More information about Altius De Clercq and its UPC Litigation Team is available at www.upc-patents.com.
De Clercq & Partners recognised in the WTR 1000 Guide 2026
De Clercq & Partners is pleased to announce its recognition in the WTR 1000 Guide 2026, the leading publication dedicated exclusively to trademark law.
Joost Muylle – Gold, Individuals
Thomas Baudewijn – Bronze, Individuals
Tom Liessens – Bronze, Individuals
De Clercq & Partners is also recognised as a firm in the WTR 1000, reflecting the strength and consistency of our trademark practice.
