The EPC applies to representation in Unitary Patent proceedings (Rule 20(2)(l) UPR in conjunction with Arts. 133 and 134(1), (5) and (8) EPC, Rules 151 to 153 EPC, which apply mutatis mutandis pursuant to Rule 20(2)(l) UPR); see EPC Guidelines, A‑VIII, 1).
8. Proceedings before the UPP Division
Overview
8.2. Representation before the EPO
8.2.1. Appointment of a representative
8.2.2. Representation by an employee
8.2.3. Common representative
8.2.4. Authorisations
8.2.5. Change of representation