Biography
Michel Bolinches has been practicing since 1993 within the IP departments of major companies and in law firms. At MICHELIN Group (1998–2003), he protected inventions in rubber chemistry, materials, and mechanics (polymerization, tires, reinforcements). In leading IP firms, he has worked on inventions in materials science, chemical and mechanical engineering, physics, optics, materials chemistry (automotive), and mechanics (aerospace).
A chemical engineering graduate (ENSIACET Toulouse, materials specialization) and holder of CEIPI diplomas in patents, trademarks, and designs, Michel is a French Patent Attorney, European Patent Attorney, and authorized Representative before the UPC.
His services include patent drafting, prosecution (France and abroad), prior art searches, patentability studies, legal opinions (freedom-to-operate, patent validity, due diligence), oppositions (both defensive and offensive) before the EPO and USPTO (ex parte reexaminations), pre-litigation and litigation matters, as well as IP strategy and advisory work.
With more than 30 years of experience, Michel has successfully handled dozens of opposition proceedings before the EPO and USPTO, along with litigation cases (including infringement actions in France and entitlement disputes). He particularly values providing high-quality advice on patentability and freedom-to-operate, through thorough prior art searches and the development of relevant protection or opposition strategies.
Passionate about complex cases, especially in materials chemistry (e.g., polymers) and physics, Michel nurtures his curiosity through frequent readings of specialized works in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and patent law.
Education
- Graduate of the CEIPI (Centre for International Intellectual Property Studies)
- Engineer, ENSIACET Toulouse (National Graduate School of Chemical Engineering and Technology), specialization in Chemical Engineering / Materials
Professional IP Associations
- EPI: Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office
- CNCPI : Compagnie Nationale des Conseils en Propriété Industrielle (French Patent & Trademark Attorneys Institute)
Professional Ethics
Our IP attorneys and lawyers are bound by a strict code of professional conduct, ensuring the highest ethical standards in their relations with both clients and peers. They are committed to safeguarding the client’s economic interests, carrying out their mission through to completion, and working with full transparency (quotes, billing, general terms and conditions, ancillary costs).
Conflicts of Interest
Our IP attorneys and lawyers comply with the ethical rules of their profession regarding conflicts of interest. They ensure that no conflict exists before starting a new assignment and promptly inform the client of any situation that could interfere with the proper conduct of the assignment and/or risk compromising its objective execution.
