Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Patent Attorneys in Southampton | Maschio & Soames IP
Established in 2012 by Dr Candi Soames and Dr Tony Maschio, our firm combines traditional client service values with a forward-thinking approach to intellectual property law. We specialise in protecting innovations through patent drafting, prosecution, and legal representation at the European Patent Office. Our team of experienced attorneys, many with PhDs and industrial research backgrounds, provides clarity in both technical and legal challenges. We prioritise long-term client relationships built on transparency, scientific expertise, and practical legal solutions. With a focus on Life Sciences, Chemistry, and Technology sectors, we deliver global patent strategies tailored to business goals.Our scientific consultants ensure we remain at the forefront of technical advancements, reducing the need for client education. Regulated by the IP Regulation Board, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering an open, collaborative workplace culture. Our attorneys previously held leadership roles in top UK IP firms, bringing decades of combined expertise to every case. We handle oppositions, appeals, and due diligence with a commitment to cost-effective, strategic outcomes. By merging academic depth with real-world application, we empower clients to secure and defend their intellectual property assets confidently.
Services
Patent Application Drafting
Opposition Proceedings
Global Filing Strategies
Portfolio Management
Prior Art Searches
Infringement Opinions
Scientific Consultancy
Due Diligence
Appeals Representation
International Protection
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Founders hold PhDs and have decades of combined IP law experience
- Specialise in European Patent Office oppositions and appeals
- Scientific consultants provide technical expertise across key sectors
- Transparent cost structures with strategic patent portfolio management
- Attorneys previously held leadership roles in top UK IP firms
Associations and certifications
- IP Regulation Board
Services
Patent Application Drafting
We prepare and file UK, European, and International PCT patent applications. Our technical experts ensure precise documentation of innovations while complying with legal requirements. This service protects inventions across scientific and technological fields through rigorous application processes.
Opposition Proceedings
Our team manages oppositions at the European Patent Office. We develop strategic responses to challenges, leveraging legal expertise and technical knowledge to defend patent validity for clients' critical innovations.
Global Filing Strategies
We coordinate worldwide patent filings through our international associate network. This service ensures comprehensive protection across 100+ jurisdictions while maintaining compliance with regional intellectual property regulations and deadlines.
Portfolio Management
We offer strategic management of patent portfolios, including cost-control solutions and lifecycle planning. Our approach balances legal protection with commercial objectives for long-term business value.
Prior Art Searches
Our comprehensive prior art searches identify existing patents and publications. This service informs patentability assessments and helps develop robust filing strategies based on thorough technical and legal analysis.
People
Tony Maschio
Director
Dr Tony Maschio co-founded the firm after serving as Partner in a top UK IP firm. His technical expertise spans multiple scientific disciplines, with over 20 years' experience in patent prosecution and oppositions.
Candi Soames
Director
Dr Candi Soames established the firm with Dr Maschio, bringing extensive experience in European Patent Office proceedings. Her background includes academic research and leadership roles in international IP law firms.
Andrew Neill
Operations Director
Andrew Neill oversees firm operations, combining business strategy with IP management expertise. He ensures efficient service delivery while maintaining the firm's client-focused approach to intellectual property matters.
Simon Davies
Consultant
Simon Davies provides specialist consultancy, drawing on his experience as former Partner in an international law firm. He advises on complex patent strategies and legal challenges across multiple technical fields.
Conor McGuiness
Paralegal
Conor McGuiness supports patent prosecution and opposition processes. His technical background enables detailed analysis of scientific innovations while assisting with documentation and procedural compliance.
Questions
What areas of intellectual property do you specialise in?
We focus on patent protection across Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Medical Technologies, Chemistry, Electronics, and Telecommunications sectors.
Can you assist with international patent filings?
Yes, we coordinate global patent strategies through our network of international associates in over 100 countries.
How do you handle patent oppositions and appeals?
Our team has extensive experience representing clients at the European Patent Office's opposition and appeal proceedings.
What scientific expertise supports your legal services?
We employ PhD-qualified scientists and engineers who provide technical insights across all our specialisms.
How are your costs structured for patent services?
We offer transparent pricing with strategic cost-control options for patent portfolio management.
