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ARGYMA counsels you accross all domains of Industrial Property, in particular, the prosecution, exploitation and defense of patents. Here at ARGYMA, our Industrial Property attorneys, specialized in patents are capable in numerous technical domains (mechanics, aeronautics, telecommunications, IT, and electronics). Our Industrial Property attorneys are also specialized in trademarks and competent in numerous industries (wine, fashion, luxury, cosmetics etc.)

Guillaume MILCENT

Guillaume MILCENT is a specialist in patents, in particular, in the field of electronics, IT, mechanics, aeronautics and construction. Guillaume is a partner at ARGYMA and is head of the Toulouse office.

Sophie DAUGAN

Sophie is a European patent attorney at the IP law firm ARGYMA where she works since 2018. At ARGYMA, Sophie is specialized in mechanics. She assists clients, both French and foreign, in the acquisition of patent rights in France, in Europe and abroad.

Valérie Mellet

VALERIE MELLET

Valérie MELLET is a specialist in patents, particularly in the field of biology and chemistry. She has extensive experience in patent consulting, particularly in the fields of biology and chemistry. She has significant expertise in drafting patent applications and managing grant procedures at both the European level and before various national authorities.

Peter HENSENNE

Peter is a specialist in patents, particularly in the field of chemistry and Organic chemistry. He has extensive experience in patent consulting, particularly in the fields of chemistry and Organic chemistry. He has significant expertise in drafting patent applications and managing grant procedures at both the European level and before various national authorities.

Gérard BLOCH

Gérard BLOCH is a specialist in patents, in particular, in the field of electronics, telecommunications and mechanics.

Hortense De Roquette

Hortense DE ROQUETTE

Hortense has been a member of the Toulouse Bar since 2012 and specialises primarily in intellectual property law (trademarks, designs, know-how and copyright) and contract law, providing both advisory and litigation services.

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The ARGYMA firm brings together Industrial Property Attorneys (IPC), specialized in patents, competent in many technical fields (mechanics, aeronautics, telecommunications, IT, electronics, etc.) and Industrial Property Attorneys, specialized in trademarks, competent in many industries (wine, fashion, luxury, cosmetics, etc.).

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Service Marque

Brand analysis

the ARGYMA firm analyzes the sign and the wording of the products and services to be protected in order to know the chances of obtaining a valid trademark.

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PATENTABILITY STUDY

A patentability study allows you to determine the chances of obtaining a patent for your invention within the most demanding countries.

Service strategie

ESTABLISH A STRATEGY

Anticipating the costs of protection allows you to establish a relevant business plan and to value your inventions and creations at the right price.

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defend your rights

A patent, trademark or design obtained, the ARGYMA firm defends your rights by monitoring or analyzing your competitors.

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By Guillaume MILCENT | The 13 August 2026
European Patent Non classé

Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court

Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court The Unitary Patent allows a European patent to have uniform effect across the Member States participating in the Unitary Patent system. As of today, this protection covers 18 countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, and Sweden. ...

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By Claire DIVO | The 20 May 2026
Blog European Patent

Moldova joins the European patent

Accession of the Republic of Moldova the European Patent Convention            On March 2026, the Republic of Moldova officially deposited its instrument of accession to the European Patent Convention (EPC). This accession will take effect on 1 June 2026. All European patent applications filed on or after June 1, 2026, will automatically include the designation ...

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By Claire DIVO | The 7 April 2026
European Patent Patent The Blog

Which patent number should be mentioned in a contract ?

When a contract mentions a patent, it is important to use the correct number to avoid any ambiguity. The same title can have several references, and not all of them are necessarily relevant in a legal document. Here is the rule to follow to choose the clearest and most useful number according to the situation. ...

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By Claire DIVO | The 28 January 2026
European Patent Patent The Blog

Increase in EPO fees as of 1 April 2026

The European Patent Office (EPO) reviews its fee structure every two years. In this context, the EPO has announced a general increase in its fees as of April 1st, 2026. This increase, of approximately 5%, affects the majority of fees currently paid. However, it may be possible to reduce the impact of this increase by ...

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By Claire DIVO | The 1 July 2025
Team The Blog

New Recruit!

Welcome, Jonathan! We are delighted to welcome Jonathan to the ARGYMA team.With his experience in private practice and strong expertise, Jonathan will be leading the development of our IT and Artificial Intelligence practice. As technological innovation continues to raise new challenges in the field of intellectual property, his arrival marks a strategic step forward in ...

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By Guillaume MILCENT | The 3 June 2024
Patent

Patents and liquidation

When a company faces financial difficulties, it may be placed in liquidation and forced to sell its assets, including its patents. In practice, patents are auctioned during a liquidation process by a judicial officer. Patents can be sold in packages or individually, depending on the circumstances. The organization of the packages can also be part ...

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Jean-Louis

We filed patents with the firm and each time i have been satisfied => unbeatable quality/price wise and very flexible

Gunnar

Thank you for good job in connection with the restoration

Anne-Lise

Thank you for our exchanges and professionalism!!! Very happy to have worked with you again

Christian

Bravo to the whole team!!!

Thierry

Thank you for this first project that i found to be of quality.

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