European Patent AttorneyM. Eng. Philipp Freiheit

Main areas of activity:

  • Patent and utility model law in the technical fields of mechanics and manufacturing technology
  • Strategy consultancy
  • Infringement proceedings
  • Invalidity, opposition and cancellation proceedings

Qualifications:

  • Work-integrated dual degree programme at Continental AG, leading to a B.Eng. in ‘Production Engineering (Dual)’; Faculty II – Mechanical Engineering and Bioprocess Engineering at Hanover University of Applied Sciences and Arts.
  • As an Innovation Manager at the ContiTech division of Continental AG, responsible from March 2015 to September 2020 for managing innovation projects from the initial idea, through commercial evaluation, to the testing of initial prototypes of drive belts for automotive and industrial applications.
  • As an inventor, he has been involved in 18 patent applications, which has sparked his interest in protecting intellectual property through patents in line with strategic corporate objectives.
  • IP Counsel at the ContiTech division of Continental AG from October 2020 to March 2026 and training as a “European Patent Attorney”.
  • European Patent Attorney (qualified European representative) from 7/2025 to present
  • Languages: German, English

Authorizations to represent clients before:

  • the European Patent Office (EPO),

Memberships:

  • Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi)