Elie joined CWB in 2018 and quickly developed an extensive knowledge of the MENA patent, industrial and trade mark laws and procedures. He regularly prepares and submits the documents required to file and prosecute national and PCT national-phase patent applications across the MENA region.

Elie facilitates the management of patent portfolios by tracking and reporting on annuity deadlines, ensuring that all formalities involved in maintaining granted patents are met and assisting with the maintenance of the trade mark and design applications.