Meet our people

At the heart of EP&C are dedicated professionals who combine specialist knowledge and shared commitment to our clients' success.

Each of us brings unique expertise and genuine enthusiasm to your innovation journey, whether we're navigating complex legal landscapes or ensuring the path to success runs smoothly. We're dedicated to turning your boldest ideas into tomorrow's breakthroughs.

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Michaela Alves Correia Mota

Formalities Officer

Michaela Alves Correia Mota

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Marc Barendse

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

European Design Attorney

Marc Barendse

Marc combines curiosity and helpfulness with a rational, critical attitude.

Marc Barendse

Chelsea Beijer-Kranenburg

Formalities Officer

Chelsea Beijer-Kranenburg

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Sjoerd Bielleman

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Sjoerd Bielleman

Sjoerd is an analytical thinker and specializes in high-tech innovations.

Sjoerd Bielleman

Hendrik Jan Brookhuis

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Hendrik Jan Brookhuis

Hendrik Jan is critical, optimistic, with decades of experience supporting clients.

Hendrik Jan Brookhuis

Sarah Carter

Trainee Patent Attorney

Sarah Carter

Sarah combines biophysics expertise and passion for life sciences to secure IP.

Sarah Carter

Ranu Chouhan

Formalities Officer

Ranu Chouhan

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Michiel Croes

Dutch Patent Attorney

Michiel Croes

Michiel not only puts himself in the shoes of a biologist or technician, but also of an inventor.

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Annemarie de Bruin

Manager People & Organization

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Alexander de Graaf

Formalities Officer

Alexander de Graaf

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Robbert-Jan de Lang

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Robbert-Jan de Lang

Robbert-Jan uses his deep tech knowledge and business sense for practical, results-driven solutions.

Robbert-Jan de Lang

Valeria De Matteis

European Patent Attorney

Valeria De Matteis

Valeria is driven by curiosity and believes innovation is essential for societal progress.

Valeria De Matteis

Savannah de Waal

Formalities Officer

Savannah de Waal

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Monique den Hollander

Formalities Officer Coordinator

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Sheila Dhonré

Formalities Officer

Sheila Dhonré

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Mirjam Dolstra

Formalities Officer

Mirjam Dolstra

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Karin Dullaart

Formalities Officer

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Wiarda Eerens

Formalities Officer

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Brenda Engels

Formalities Officer

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Natanya Faaij

Formalities Officer

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Charlotte Geers

Trainee Formalities Officer

Charlotte Geers

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Yme Groeneveld

Managing Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Yme Groeneveld

Yme is known for his attention to detail, creativity, and being a team player.

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Marlies Hagebeek

Information Assistant

Marlies Hagebeek

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Walter Hart

Managing Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Walter Hart

Walter brings extensive experience and unwavering tenacity to his mechanical practice.

Walter Hart

Jeroen Helfrich

Formalities Officer

Jeroen Helfrich

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Inge Hoekstra

Hostess

Inge Hoekstra

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Kees Hollaar

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Kees Hollaar

Kees enjoys the creative process of aligning IP protection with business plans.

Kees Hollaar

Menno Hollander

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Menno Hollander

Menno’s approach is characterized by dynamic, persevering and drive.

Menno Hollander

Anita Hollenberg-Prins

Receptionist

Anita Hollenberg-Prins

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Gerrie Hoogendam

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Gerrie Hoogendam

Gerrie enjoys explaining IP strategies clearly, helping clients succeed, which keeps her energized in her work.

Gerrie Hoogendam

Christiaan Houben

Managing Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Christiaan Houben

Christiaan builds long-term client relationships based on trust, and is approachable, analytical, and tenacious.

Christiaan Houben

Daphne Huberts

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Daphne Huberts

Daphne loves the unique combination of science, patent law, and strategy her role offers.

Daphne Huberts

Freek Jeurissen

Trainee Formalities Officer

Freek Jeurissen

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Mark Jolink

Associate Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Mark Jolink

Mark uncovers the core of innovations and creatively protects them, empowering inventors to make an impact.

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Glenne Joosten

Management Assistant

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Umut Kemaldar

Information Assistant

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Sherral Kertowidjojo

Formalities Officer

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Fleur Kessels

Dutch Patent Attorney

Fleur Kessels

Fleur is analytical, social, and enthusiastic, thriving in the diverse work that blends technology and language.

Fleur Kessels

Mitchell Ket

Financial Assistant

Mitchell Ket

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Marcel Kortekaas

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Marcel Kortekaas

Marcel combines enthusiasm with extensive experience to craft tailored IP strategies.

Marcel Kortekaas

Jordi Kox

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

European Trademark and Design Attorney

Jordi Kox

Jordi believes anticipating cause and effect and what the future might hold is key to a patent application.

Jordi Kox

Sandra Kruijer

Finance Coordinator/Financial Controller

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Ger Lemmens

Formalities Officer

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Marion Limpens

Formalities Officer

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Walter Linden

Trainee Formalities Officer

Walter Linden

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Željka Marinković

Formalities Officer

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Jeroen Meesters

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Jeroen Meesters

Jeroen is excited by supporting cutting-edge innovations and helping clients protect their visions.

Jeroen Meesters

Hans Mertens

Of Counsel

Hans Mertens

Hans is retired but continues supporting EP&C clients, leveraging his global network.

Hans Mertens

Slavisa Milovanovic

European Patent Attorney

Slavisa Milovanovic

Slavisa is passionate about turning complex technologies into innovations and helping innovators succeed.

Slavisa Milovanovic

Sacha Muijs

Application Administrator

Sacha Muijs

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Ton Nouweland

Facility Services Assistant

Ton Nouweland

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Ellen Offenberg

Management Assistant

Ellen Offenberg

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Menno Ong

Chief Executive Officer

Menno Ong

Menno's strength is promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.

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Tanja Oosterveer

Formalities Officer

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Hanna Oosterveld

Information Assistant

Hanna Oosterveld

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Andrei Otinjac

Formalities Officer

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Helen Peverelli

Receptionist

Helen Peverelli

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Thomas Remmerswaal

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

European Design Attorney

Thomas Remmerswaal

Thomas is inquisitive, analytical, and takes pride in contributing to developing new inventions.

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Rudi Riemens

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

European Design Attorney

Rudi Riemens

Rudi makes patenting accessible and ensures clients feel confident in their IP strategies.

Rudi Riemens

Johan Roeters

Formalities Officer Coordinator

Johan Roeters

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Holger Seitz

Associate Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Holger Seitz

Holger is thorough, tenacious, and direct, guiding high-tech clients through the business lifecycle.

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Linda Sengers

Business Development Coordinator

Linda Sengers

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Jeethendra Shewdat

Application Administrator

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Charissa Toet

Formalities Officer Coordinator

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Henny Trimbos

IP Software Coordinator

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Niels van den Berg

Business Development Coordinator

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Hidde van der Bijl

Trainee Patent Attorney

Hidde van der Bijl

Hidde helps clients by offering tailored advice and solutions for unique ideas.

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Hans van der Kubbe

Advisor Employee Benefits

Hans van der Kubbe

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Matthijs van der Linden

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Matthijs van der Linden

Matthijs thrives on challenges, with passion driving his motivation to go the extra mile.

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Sabine van der Schans

Financial Assistant

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Tisha van Diggele

Financial Assistant

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Lucas van Gorkom

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Lucas van Gorkom

Lucas supports clients with tailored IP strategies, bridging technical depth and business impact.

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Marjolein van Lit-Elderson

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Marjolein van Lit-Elderson

Marjolein enjoys exploring remarkable inventions and protecting them in the right context.

Marjolein van Lit-Elderson

Marga van Loenhout

Formalities Officer

Marga van Loenhout

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Anne van Lohuijzen-Pronker

Trainee Patent Attorney

Anne van Lohuijzen-Pronker

Anne specializes in high-tech and medical innovations, supporting clients through precise advice.

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Simon Van Mierlo

Trainee Patent Attorney

Simon Van Mierlo

Simon combines his deep academic expertise in computer science with a passion for innovation.

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Mandy van Overeem

Dutch Patent Attorney

Mandy van Overeem

Mandy combines her accessible nature with expertise in chemistry and mechanics to help clients.

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Madelon van Zijl-Dubbeling

Formalities Officer Coordinator

Madelon van Zijl-Dubbeling

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Wendy van Zoelen

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Wendy van Zoelen

Wendy thrives on her diverse role, unraveling complex details, providing guidance, and supporting innovators.

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Thomas Verduyn

Trainee Patent Attorney

Thomas Verduyn

Thomas is driven by the variety of topics and the challenge of mastering legal language.

Thomas Verduyn

Martijn Vermeulen

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Martijn Vermeulen

Martijn's passion lies in transforming complex, technologies into actionable strategies.

Martijn Vermeulen

Joyce Vinkoert

Receptionist

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Johan Volmer

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Johan Volmer

Johan has extensive expertise in chemistry and mechanics. He is passionate about adding value to clients' IP businesses.

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Jasper Vrijenhoek

Trainee Patent Attorney

Jasper Vrijenhoek

Jasper finds fulfillment in protecting intellectual property and seeing innovations thrive.

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Paul Waldekker

Business Development Manager

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Stefan Wijker

Trainee Patent Attorney

Stefan Wijker

Stefan thrives on the variety in his work, finding deep fulfillment in guiding inventors on protecting their business.

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Laura Willemse

Formalities Officer

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Isabelle Wolterink

Partner

Dutch & European Patent Attorney

Isabelle Wolterink

Isabelle has proven that good communication is key to strong patents and enduring relationships.

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Experienced patent attorneys

Our patent attorneys don’t just see patents, they see potential. Trust our team to safeguard your ideas, navigate the complexities of patent law and propel your business forward with confidence. Battling copycats or facing crucial business decisions? We stand ready to champion your ideas and help your business grow.

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Business excellence team

Our specialised support professionals, from business development to finance and formalities, work alongside our attorneys to bring strategic insight and collaborative energy to every project. Together, we build a foundation of trust, flexibility and creativity to empower clients to focus on what they do best - innovating for the future.

Plan a meeting with a patent attorney

Wondering how EP&C can help safeguard your ideas? During a meeting with one of our patent attorneys, they will take you through:

The path to protecting your innovation

Addressing any IP concerns you might have

Clear information on the expected costs

Please complete and submit the form to schedule a meeting. We'll contact you as soon as possible to set a time and a date that works for you.