Dr. Jonathan Cray is an accomplished patent attorney with a wealth of expertise garnered over 8 years of dedicated service in private practice. Specialising in chemistry- and biotechnology-related inventions, Dr. Cray boasts an impressive track record in drafting and prosecuting patent applications globally.
Dr. Cray is particularly adept in international patent law. He has recently prosecuted patent applications for his clients in countries and regions including, for example: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Qatar, UAE, USA. Dr. Cray regularly manages large patent families extending across North America, Europe and Asia, and streamlines the prosecution process with his awareness of the idiosyncrasies in international patent law.
In Murgitroyd, Dr. Cray is also recognised for his expertise in handling UK patent filings for Chinese corporations and universities.
In the past year Dr. Cray’s efforts resulted in the grant of 118 patents for his clients across various global jurisdictions.
Beyond his professional work, Dr. Cray actively shares insights on patent issues via LinkedIn and the Murgitroyd website. He also volunteers at Catalyst, a leading innovation hub in Belfast, providing pro bono IP guidance to start-ups and inventors. Additionally, he gives pro bono lectures at Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University.
Year Joined Firm: 2022
Education/Alumni: PhD Microbiology, Queen’s University Belfast
Network Memberships:
- Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys
- Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office
