International Patent Litigation and Mediation

Richard Price of JAMS ADR explores how despite its significant potential to resolve complex disputes efficiently, mediation remains underutilised in international patent litigation due to factors such as overconfidence, fear of appearing weak, and commercial pressures on lawyers. Insights from industry professionals, like Dr. Frank Gerhards, highlight both the benefits of mediation and the cultural and systemic barriers that continue to hinder its wider adoption.

https://www.jamsadr.com/blog/2021/international-patent-litigation-and-mediation