European Patent
Litigation Certificate

Accredited EPLC course by decision of the Administrative Committee of the UPC Ref: D-AC/07/24042023_E/24. April 2023.

About
the partnership

ERA Trier representatives and academic partner – Florence Hartmann-Vareilles, Dick Van Engelen, Prof. Anselm Kamperman Sanders – strengthening cooperation in the European Patent Litigation Certificate programme

United for UPC Training

A premium training programme by ERA and Maastricht University for European patent professionals.

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About the course

Training concept

Join the EPLC’s blended learning journey with 120 hours of training. Combine online flexibility with hands-on sessions in Trier and Luxembourg.

Your benefits

Gain official UPC representation rights and hands-on litigation skills. Learn from top experts, join court visits and connect with peers across Europe.

Testimonials

Hear from past participants about their EPLC experience. Mock trials, real skills and a strong European network make this course truly stand out.

Trainers

Learn from Europe’s leading experts in patent litigation. Top academics, seasoned attorneys and judges share their insights throughout the course.

Apply now

Click below to apply for the next European Patent Litigation Certificate course.

Course
2025-2026

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Calendar of activities

Plan your EPLC journey: all key dates, course details and module insights at a glance. Benefit from a certified 120-hour programme in a small group setting designed for maximum interaction, discussion and practical learning.

A short
video guide

An Introduction to the Patent Litigation Certificate

Discover our EPLC course and how it can help you unlock your full potential. Watch our short video now to see why this course could be the perfect next step in your professional journey!

Get in touch
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