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26dragon76
15:31 23 Jul 25
A truly exceptional experience – thank you Albright IP!
I want to personally thank Charlie Heal , Emily Fox, Cara McAtee, and the entire team at Albright IP for their hard work, dedication, and professionalism in helping me submit my first ever patent: the Baffer Ball fire suppression system.
From the very first meeting, Charlie and Emily made everything feel clear, comfortable, and respectful. They listened carefully to my ideas, even though I’m not from a technical or legal background – I’m a painter and decorator by trade. But they believed in my vision and treated it with such care and seriousness that I felt truly supported as an inventor.
Over several months, we worked closely by email and phone. Charlie and the team guided me step by step to build one of the strongest, clearest, and most professional patent drafts I could have hoped for. The claims they wrote are powerful, and the language used shows how deeply they understood my invention. They didn’t just file a document – they helped shape a legacy.
Charlie, even though he is young, is incredibly professional and experienced. I am amazed at how he managed such a complex project with kindness, patience, and precision. Emily and Cara were also fantastic throughout.
This was not just paperwork – this was my dream since childhood. And Albright IP helped me make that dream real.
💬 I look forward to working with them again on future patents. The Baffer Ball is just the beginning – and I am proud that Albright IP was there from Day 1.
Thank you so much again — from the bottom of my heart.
— Morteza
I want to personally thank Charlie Heal , Emily Fox, Cara McAtee, and the entire team at Albright IP for their hard work, dedication, and professionalism in helping me submit my first ever patent: the Baffer Ball fire suppression system.
From the very first meeting, Charlie and Emily made everything feel clear, comfortable, and respectful. They listened carefully to my ideas, even though I’m not from a technical or legal background – I’m a painter and decorator by trade. But they believed in my vision and treated it with such care and seriousness that I felt truly supported as an inventor.
Over several months, we worked closely by email and phone. Charlie and the team guided me step by step to build one of the strongest, clearest, and most professional patent drafts I could have hoped for. The claims they wrote are powerful, and the language used shows how deeply they understood my invention. They didn’t just file a document – they helped shape a legacy.
Charlie, even though he is young, is incredibly professional and experienced. I am amazed at how he managed such a complex project with kindness, patience, and precision. Emily and Cara were also fantastic throughout.
This was not just paperwork – this was my dream since childhood. And Albright IP helped me make that dream real.
💬 I look forward to working with them again on future patents. The Baffer Ball is just the beginning – and I am proud that Albright IP was there from Day 1.
Thank you so much again — from the bottom of my heart.
— Morteza
Jilna Shah
07:13 13 Jul 25
I've been working with Marc Maidment on pursuing a patent for my business, and I honestly couldn’t ask for a better attorney. As someone with no experience with the patent process and how it works, Marc takes the time to explain everything clearly and thoroughly, breaking down complex legal processes in a way that is easy to understand.
He’s not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also warm and approachable. No question has ever felt too small, and he genuinely cares about the success of my business. I’d highly recommend Marc to anyone looking for a dedicated, trustworthy, and skilled patent attorney.
He’s not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also warm and approachable. No question has ever felt too small, and he genuinely cares about the success of my business. I’d highly recommend Marc to anyone looking for a dedicated, trustworthy, and skilled patent attorney.
Jon Baker
15:23 19 Mar 25
Albright IP have been brilliant from my first call all the way through to submitting our Patent Application. I look forward to working with them on future IP projects. Jon Baker - Design 360 Ltd
Dave Herbert
10:08 28 Feb 25
From first contact, professional, responsive and within hours of first discussion had set path to achieve required goals. William Doherty grasped my concept at first meeting and moved me through each stage, with ease. The whole team are technically first class and have reset my focus.
Robert Colquhoun
08:41 17 Jan 25
I have worked with Will Doherty on a general IP project to initiate an IP strategy for our agency. Focused, smart, responsive, and patient with delivery as promised. An excellent service I happily recommend, and will go back to when needed.
Maurice Spillane
11:04 19 Sep 24
The process of filing a recent patent was seamless and engaging. I could not have asked for better attention, regular updates, immediate responses.
The patent was filed within weeks and had a depth of technical input from Albright that was excellent. I'm very pleased.
I have filed patents in the past but working with Albright IP was a totally different experience. I recommend them without hesitation.
The patent was filed within weeks and had a depth of technical input from Albright that was excellent. I'm very pleased.
I have filed patents in the past but working with Albright IP was a totally different experience. I recommend them without hesitation.
Alice Haley
14:39 23 Aug 24
I met Albright IP at a networking event locally and thought I would contact them for advice around my business. I spoke to James who gave me complimentary advice which was extremely valuable. I would highly recommend Albright IP to any business looking to protect their name, logo and brand. They were professional and knowledgeable. Thank you.
Robert Baker
11:20 16 Apr 24
Great support from Will and the team getting my patent application to first filing.
Kieran Thomas
22:22 07 Mar 24
Robert and the team have been great to work with and we've just successfully secured our first patent. Whenever we needed any advice or had any questions, Robert and the team were more than happy to help, and any answers were always communicated in a way which was easy to understand. Thank you all for helping us secure our first patent!
Christian Janke
20:20 14 Dec 23
I recently had the pleasure of working with Joel Weston on what initially seemed like a minor IPO issue, but it evolved into a comprehensive co-existence agreement with another company. I can’t express enough how much I valued Joel’s expertise, depth of knowledge, and meticulous guidance throughout this process. It was more than just legal advice; for me, it was akin to an enlightening crash course in IP law!
AA
18:30 10 Oct 23
Transparent, diligent, experienced and thoughtful. I cannot speak more highly of my experience with Albright especially as a early stage start up founder.
Kathryn Haslam
11:21 19 Sep 23
All the team at Albright IP have been amazing.
Their knowledge regarding the patent process is extensive.
They have help me navigate the complex process to gain patent granted on my first design and patent pending on my second design.
I feel reassured and confident to put my designs in their hands knowing they will give the best advice based on the facts and not for their own financial gain.
Brilliant company.
Kathryn Haslam
Comfyi.
Their knowledge regarding the patent process is extensive.
They have help me navigate the complex process to gain patent granted on my first design and patent pending on my second design.
I feel reassured and confident to put my designs in their hands knowing they will give the best advice based on the facts and not for their own financial gain.
Brilliant company.
Kathryn Haslam
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Tony Pemberton
14:37 07 Aug 23
I have worked alongside Adrian and his team for 4 years now and they're professionalism has helped me obtain a successful patent. I haven't found the whole process easy but they have always been available to stear me through all of the hurdles and I could not be more grateful to them. Brilliant team!!!
Emily Warwick
14:56 27 Jul 22
My experience with Albright IP has been flawless from start to finish. I have never filed a patent before so I was learning everything as I went along. They have been helpful in every way possible and gone the extra mile to ensure I was kept in the loop and happy as everything was going through each step of the way. I cannot express enough how pleased I am with their service. I had the pleasure of working with Will, Abigail, and Adrian. I would recommend Albright IP to anyone looking to file a patent application.
Simon Mills
13:22 06 Jul 22
Super helpful advice, and really friendly service. Highly recommend Albright for IP advice and services.
Luke D.
11:25 23 May 22
Was a pleasure to work with Will and Melissa on a patent draft and filing. Will took the time to understand both my software product and the commercial motivations behind the patent filing. They were extremely responsive to questions and clarifications throughout the process (availability isn't everything, but it certainly helps!).
They were also very clear regarding fees, and set out a very helpful visual timeline and cost breakdown on the whole patent application process at the pre-sales stage. This emphasis on making sure I understood all aspects of the work, and having documentation to help with that, is something I didn't see with any of the other patent services I was talking to at the time. This clear communication continued throughout our interactions.
Would recommend Albright IP to anyone looking to patent an invention. The patent they filed for me was for a software invention.
They were also very clear regarding fees, and set out a very helpful visual timeline and cost breakdown on the whole patent application process at the pre-sales stage. This emphasis on making sure I understood all aspects of the work, and having documentation to help with that, is something I didn't see with any of the other patent services I was talking to at the time. This clear communication continued throughout our interactions.
Would recommend Albright IP to anyone looking to patent an invention. The patent they filed for me was for a software invention.
Milk Shot
08:15 06 May 22
Great service from Albright; really helped with our IP protection and very informative!
JDG TimeSave Tools
17:53 08 Mar 22
Absolutely excellent... Clear, detailed and prompt responses with no sales pressure at all.
No upselling for their fee either, just a fair, professional appraisal...
Thanks to Allbright, I am not spending thousands on a low hope project (when I so easily could have been).
No upselling for their fee either, just a fair, professional appraisal...
Thanks to Allbright, I am not spending thousands on a low hope project (when I so easily could have been).
James
19:06 07 Mar 22
Thank you to the team, very professional, very helpful I would fully recommend them to take care if your business. Thanks for a great service 👍
21 kevill
17:26 26 Nov 21
Albright IP have been very good to me. Their ability to explain complex topics in an easy to digest manner and carrying out the work in a good time scale was great. while also keeping me up to date with the application .
Then end result being that we accomplished everything I wanted to in time and budget.
Highly recommend.
Then end result being that we accomplished everything I wanted to in time and budget.
Highly recommend.
J R
10:26 30 Jun 21
Extremely professional and genuine service that I was really impressed by. The young man on the phone was very polite and gave me some free advice without trying to sell his service, he was knowledgeable and very helpful. I will be happy to pay for their services should i need them in the future and would not hesitate in recommending them to others.
Russell Glen
10:00 04 Jun 21
Friendly staff and very professional and all housed in a wonderful period building oozing charm
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Dr William Doherty
Patents Director
Chemistry, Engineering
Chartered British Patent Attorney
European Patent Attorney
IP Litigator - Patents
Chemistry, Engineering
Chartered British Patent Attorney
European Patent Attorney
IP Litigator - Patents
DPhil, MChem (Hons), CPA, EPA
: +44 (0)1242 691801
Will is an experienced Chartered British Patent Attorney, European Patent Attorney, and IP Litigator (Patents). He prepares, files, and prosecutes patents with great success in a wide range of technical sectors globally, in addition to handling patent infringement matters. In addition to being Chartered, as with all our attorneys, Dr Will Doherty is a member of and regulated by IPReg, the independent professional regulatory body in the UK for Patent Attorneys and Trade Mark Attorneys. Will is also a long-standing member of the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys, and the European Patent Institute.
Will has a background in Chemistry, with a particular interest in high-end scientific equipment, having obtained a doctorate in Physical and Theoretical Chemistry which specialised in spectroscopy and probing ultracold matter. Before joining Albright, Will worked for a financial software house. He has experience in chemistry, software, as well as a long history of work in medical devices, motors, and electronics technology within his professional practice. “I like to focus on the making the patent application process comfortable for clients, so that there are no unexpected surprises during the examination procedure, and try to forecast where critical commercial decisions should be made. I am proud of the high success rate of my drafted patents proceeding to grant, but even more pleased to have the knowledge that the patents are working for my clients to achieve tangible commercial benefits."WILLIAM'S TOP 3 MOST READ ARTICLES
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