Powell Gilbert LLP is strong in life sciences patent litigation and parallel trade issues. In the first patent case to be heard by the Supreme Court, qualified scientist Penny Gilbert is representing Human Genome Sciences against Eli Lilly. Tim Powell, who is representing new client BSN Medical in patent litigation brought by Mölnlycke Health Care, is noted for his ‘ability to co-ordinate multinational litigation’ and ‘find practical, cost-effective solutions’. Former barrister Anna Carboni advises pharmaceuticals companies on trade mark issues.