Tom Hamer

Tom Hamer is a UK and European patent attorney based in the Bay Area, offering assistance to US-based clients in a convenient time zone. He has a vast experience working with a diverse clientele, ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations. Tom emphasizes understanding both technological and commercial aspects in patent prosecution, aligning them with the client's business objectives. His expertise lies in medical devices, software, artificial intelligence (AI), and mathematical algorithms, where he excels in securing robust patent protection by leveraging his in-depth knowledge. Tom navigates through large portfolios and prosecutes patent applications across various jurisdictions. He specializes in advising clients on IP-related risk mitigation strategies pre-product launch, conducting due diligence, and ensuring freedom-to-operate for European and global market entries. With a solid educational background including a Certificate in Intellectual Property Law from Queen Mary University of London and a Master of Physics from The University of Manchester, Tom brings a unique blend of legal and technical acumen to his practice. He holds key positions at Kilburn & Strode, serving as the VP of San Francisco Liaison Office and previously working as an Associate and a European and UK Patent Attorney. Tom has also been actively involved in professional organizations like the IP Ball Committee and CIPA Informals, contributing as a Sponsorship Manager, Social Secretary, and Foundation Lecture Organiser and Facilitator.