How I can help your business

• Advise on patent and design protection in the software, electronics and telecommunications sectors
• Support your innovation activities in the oil and gas and energy industries with practical IP guidance
• Assist with freedom to operate considerations to help manage risk and support commercial decision-making

Overview & Expertise

Will Roberts‑Percy is a Trainee Patent Attorney based in Birmingham. He works within the patents practice, with exposure to designs and freedom to operate matters.

He holds an MSci in Physics (International Study) from the University of Birmingham (2023). His academic work included a research project investigating the structure of dysprosium isotopes using laser-based techniques, providing a strong grounding in applied physics and analytical problem-solving. He also spent a year at San Francisco State University as an exchange student within the physics department.

Will’s technical background supports his work in software and electronics, telecommunications, and oil and gas. His experience enables him to engage with complex technical subject matter and contribute to clear, structured advice for clients, including universities, research bodies, and organisations operating in the energy and environment sectors.

Client Work & Case Experience

• Universities and research bodies - support on intellectual property matters relating to physics-based technologies, drawing on academic research experience
• Energy and environment sector - involvement in matters relating to oil and gas technologies, contributing to patent and freedom to operate work
• Telecommunications and electronics - assistance with patent-related work in software and electronics technologies, supporting structured protection strategies