The Court shall comprise both legally qualified judges and technically qualified judges. Judges shall ensure the highest standards of competence and shall have proven experience in the field of patent litigation.
What is UPCA 015?
This is Article 015 from the UPCA (Übereinkommen über ein Einheitliches Patentgericht), which is part of the legal framework governing the Unified Patent Court in Europe.
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Legally qualified judges shall possess the qualifications required for appointment to judicial offices in a Contracting Member State.
Technically qualified judges shall have a university degree and proven expertise in a field of technology. They shall also have proven knowledge of civil law and procedure relevant in patent litigation.
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This legal text is from the official UPCA framework governing the Unified Patent Court.
Reference: UPCA 015 (Article 015)