James Prankerd Smith
Overview
James works with a wide variety of clients, from startups to large corporations, to advise on the whole patenting process, from crystallizing ideas through to obtaining an international patent portfolio. Additionally, he advises on litigation matters including patent opposition before the European Patent Office and has experience with international arbitration proceedings for patent infringement. He is also experienced in assessing standard essentiality, particularly for telecommunications.
Career & Education
- Associate, AmLaw 100 Firm, 2023–2025
- Associate, Leading Intellectual Property Firm, 2019—2023
- Trainee Patent Attorney, Leading European Intellectual Property Law Firm, 2014—2019
- King's College, University of Cambridge, MSci (Hons), 2014
- UK Patent Attorney
- European Patent Attorney
James's Insights
Firm News | 1 min read | 06.30.26
Crowell & Moring Earns Recognition Across Europe in 2026 IP Stars Guide
Brussels – June 30, 2026: Managing Intellectual Property has recognized seven attorneys in Belgium and four in the United Kingdom, plus five practice areas — including a first-time ranking in Trademark Prosecution in Belgium — in its 2026 IP Stars guide. The guide "covers a variety of IP practice areas and more than 80 jurisdictions, making it the most comprehensive and widely respected IP practitioner guide in the legal profession."
Firm News | 2 min read | 06.02.26
Client Alert | 4 min read | 04.13.26
Insights
James's Insights
Firm News | 1 min read | 06.30.26
Crowell & Moring Earns Recognition Across Europe in 2026 IP Stars Guide
Brussels – June 30, 2026: Managing Intellectual Property has recognized seven attorneys in Belgium and four in the United Kingdom, plus five practice areas — including a first-time ranking in Trademark Prosecution in Belgium — in its 2026 IP Stars guide. The guide "covers a variety of IP practice areas and more than 80 jurisdictions, making it the most comprehensive and widely respected IP practitioner guide in the legal profession."
Firm News | 2 min read | 06.02.26
Client Alert | 4 min read | 04.13.26
