Tilman Quarch
About Tilman Quarch
Tilman Quarch is an Administrator at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 2019. He holds degrees in Law and Patent Law from various institutions, including the Max Planck Institute and the University of Freiburg, and has experience as a lawyer and intern in the legal field.
Work at European Patent Office
Tilman Quarch has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2014. He initially served as a Lawyer for five years until 2019, after which he transitioned to the role of Administrator. In this capacity, he has been working since December 2019, providing legal advisory services. Quarch also holds a position as a Senior Advisor in the President's Office and serves as an advisor in the Office of the Chief International and Legal Officer.
Education and Expertise
Tilman Quarch has a robust educational background in law and patent law. He studied at the University of Freiburg, where he completed the Erste juristische Staatsprüfung from 2001 to 2008. He then pursued further studies in Patent Law at the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, achieving a qualification in 2011. Quarch also completed a PhD in Patent Law at Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, he completed the Bar Exam / Zweite juristische Staatsprüfung in Land Baden-Württemberg from 2008 to 2010.
Background
Tilman Quarch's professional journey includes an internship at Dannemann, Siemsen, Bigler & Ipanema Moreira in Rio de Janeiro in 2010. This experience contributed to his understanding of international legal practices. His academic pursuits and professional roles have established him as a knowledgeable figure in the field of patent law and legal advisory.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Tilman Quarch has made contributions to the European Patent Office, particularly in legal advisory roles. His extensive education in law and patent law, combined with his practical experience, positions him as a key contributor to the legal framework within the EPO. His roles in various capacities demonstrate his commitment to the field and his expertise in patent law.