Owen Lawton

Background

Owen is a trainee who handles a diverse range of work in the engineering, materials and physical sciences with increasing experience in contentious matters. Owen joined Dehns in 2023, following his degree in Materials Science from the University of Oxford.

Types of client and client work

Owen works with a broad range of clients, from start-ups and spin outs all the way to large multinationals. Owen handles prosecution in a wide range of jurisdictions including the UK, Europe, the US, Japan, Korea and China.
Owen regularly works advising clients on Freedom to Operate (FTO) matters and early IP strategy, regularly working with technology transfer and space sector clients.

Expertise

Owen has experience relating to a wide range of technologies in the fields of physical sciences and engineering. While he regularly works on materials inventions, Owen has most experience dealing with mechanical inventions and scientific instruments.

Qualifications and Memberships

• Foundation EQE, 2025
• Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property, Bournemouth University, 2024
• Student Member of CIPA (Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys)

Higher Education

MEng (Hons) Materials Science, University of Oxford