Qualification :

• Supmeca Paris engineer

Experience :

Loïc began his career in 2010 as a design office engineer for the Legrand group, the world leader in electrical wearing devices. First in the quality department on international projects, then in the research and innovation department, he developed his expertise in the design and manufacture of electrical components. In 2015, he decided to join the Adeo group, the European leader in mass distribution in the DIY sector, to develop new product ranges. He works in particular on lighting and electrical products. After 10 years spent in the service of large groups, Loïc changed his universe and created his company to become an electrician. In 2022, Loïc joins RVDB where he becomes a patent engineer.

Qualification :

• Industrial Property Consultant (CPI) accredited by the French Industrial Property Institute (INPI), patents of invention
• European agent accredited by the European Patents Office (EPO)
• CEIPI Graduate (patents of invention)
• Master of Science in Intellectual Property Management (Queen Mary College, University of London)
• Engineer, INSA Rennes (Nanotechnology and Optoelectronics)
• DEA (Master of Advanced Studies) in Solid-state Physics (University of Rennes 2)
• Quality engineer, optoelectronic components: 2 years in industry (SAGEM)
• Patent engineer: 14 years in an IP firm (D Young & Co in London, Beau de Loménie in Paris/Nantes, RVDB since 2022)

Experience :

Jean-Marie began his career in 2004 as a quality engineer, specialising in the study of optoelectronic components (SAGEM). He trained in intellectual property in London before joining a major British law firm in 2007 to work as a patent engineer. In 2008, he joined one of the main French IP firms, where for 13 years he perfected his skills in the protection and defence of innovation for major industrial groups, SMEs, start-ups and research laboratories, with a particular focus on the IT, software, and information and communications technologies (ICT) sectors. In particular, he supported clients in mobile telephony litigation. In 2022, he joined RVDB as a partner, to manage the Nantes office.

Qualification :

• French Patent Attorney
• European Patent Attorney
• Graduated from CEIPI in Strasbourg (Patents major)
• Master of Science in Intellectual Property Management (BRUNEL University of London, UK)
• PhD in Chemical Biology (DPhil - OXFORD University, UK)
• Post-graduate advanced degree in Medicinal and Biomolecules Chemistry (University of Montpellier)
• Chemist Engineer graduated from ENSCM (National School of Chemistry of Montpellier)

Experience :

Having begun his career as a researcher at Oxford University, Benoît moved into the field of industrial property in 2007, holding the position of patent engineer with a London firm renowned for its resolutely business-oriented approach. From the outset, he was strongly influenced by a culture of customer proximity and the strategic use of intellectual property as a lever for business development. In 2009, he joined a renowned international IP firm, where, for six years, he put his skills to work for a varied clientele including major industrial groups, SMEs, start-ups and research laboratories, specializing in particular in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, phytosanitary, medical technology and polymer sectors. In 2015, Benoît took the next step by co-founding an innovative biotech company in the field of tissue regeneration. For over eight years, he held key positions there, such as head of intellectual property, managing director, as well as member and vice-chairman of the board, consolidating his expertise and strategic vision in the biotech sector. In 2024, he joined Cabinet RVDB as Managing Partner and took charge of the Paris offices. In this position, he offers his clients the full benefit of his experience and unique combination of skills encompassing the fields of Science, Business and Law. This tripartite approach enables him to provide customized, sophisticated advice and strategic support, aligned with his clients' future business and growth objectives.