Anthony Ball

About Anthony

Anthony entered the patent profession in 2009, initially working at a large agrochemical company, before moving into private practice in 2015. During his time in private practice, Anthony has also worked on secondment for a biotechnology company in Switzerland and an academic institute in the UK.

Before entering the patent profession, Anthony worked as a process chemist in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical fields. As an attorney, Anthony has developed his experience across a wide range of technologies, focusing on small molecule chemistry in particular (including synthetic processes and formulation).

Anthony has experience across all aspects of patent practice, especially drafting, freedom to operate analyses and patent prosecution, both before the European Patent Office and throughout the world, and has also been involved with the management of large patent portfolios.

Anthony joined Keltie as a Director in 2023.

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23.09.2025

Is it possible to extend the term of a patent in the UK and Europe?

Anthony Ball explores what SPCs are, the strict requirements for obtaining them, and why they matter for businesses operating in these sectors.

27.08.2025

Leading the way in life sciences IP: Q&A with Laura Kehoe

Keltie is rated as ‘Outstanding’ in the 2025 WIPR UK Patents Rankings. This ranking recognises the top firms in UK patent law for their expertise, reputation and client service. This is a powerful endorsement of Keltie’s expertise in supporting innovation across a wide range of sectors, including life sciences, chemistry, software and engineering. Keltie’s team has long been known for its collaborative, commercially grounded approach to IP, and this ranking is a reflection of that continued success.

12.03.2025

IP and Space

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Packaging innovations and IP

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What is Quantum Computing? Part II

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