The Unified Patent Court (UPC) and the European patent with unitary effect (Unitary Patent) are expected to launch in Summer 2023 and will revolutionize the way patents are enforced in Europe. Now is the time to prepare for the new system. McDermott’s IP team is deeply familiar with the patent landscape in Europe and the United States and is well-positioned to advise clients on developing an appropriate UPC strategy and integrating it with their broader international strategy.