Gunther Wilhelm
About Gunther Wilhelm
Gunther Wilhelm is a patent examiner at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 1988, accumulating 36 years of experience in the field.
Work at European Patent Office
Gunther Wilhelm has served as a patent examiner at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 1988. With over 36 years of experience in this role, he is involved in the examination of patent applications, ensuring compliance with legal and technical standards. His work contributes to the overall patent granting process within the EPO, which is responsible for the examination and issuance of patents across Europe.
Professional Role and Responsibilities
In his capacity as a patent examiner, Gunther Wilhelm evaluates patent applications to determine their novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability. He conducts thorough searches of existing patents and literature to assess the originality of the applications. His role requires a deep understanding of patent law and technical fields relevant to the applications he examines.
Experience in Patent Examination
With a career spanning more than three decades, Gunther Wilhelm has accumulated extensive experience in patent examination. His long tenure at the EPO has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the patent system and the intricacies involved in evaluating various technologies and innovations. This experience is essential for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the patent examination process.