I started this blog in 2020, while preparing for the EQE main exams. After passing all exams for the first time with flying colours, I started supporting other candidates on their EQE journey.
Since then, I tutored more than 150 candidates regularly (on a weekly basis), including people from prestigious companies such as the EPO, Finnegan, Keltie LLP, Grünecker, Maiwald, Hoffmann Eitle, Barker Brettell, Brann AB, Laine IP, Bergenstråhle & Partners, Nestle, Kuhnen & Wacker, Betten & Resch, P&TS, Appleyard Lees, Onsagers, Abel+Imray, Simmons & Simmons, Clarke Modet, Pirelli, Adidas, Novo Nordisk, Knauf, tesa SE, Japan Tobacco International and Roche and held about 300 meetings as an EQE tutor.
Hi, I am Zsofia,
Welcome on my EQE blog!
Feedback from you about my EQE Blog and materials 😊
Download any of my templates and tables
(updated in March 2025)

Purchase my e-EQE methodology videos
in the EQE webshop!
When you purchase a recording, your link to download the video will be sent manually within a few hours of your purchase.


Paper D in WISEflow
In this article I am demonstrating what method I use when doing a Paper D in the WISEflow system.

My IT setup for the e-EQE
In this article I am sharing the setup I put together for the e-EQE, with the exact type of webcam and printer I bought for the exam.

My template for Paper DII
As you probably know, Paper DII is about analysing a complex patent situation and giving advice to a client. This part will be worth 50 points in 2021. Click to see some useful sentences for the situation-as-is part and to download my timeline template.

My template for Paper C
As you probably know, Paper C is about writing an opposition. Click to see a possible template with some useful sentences.

My template for Paper B
As you probably know, Paper B is about amending some claims and write a response to an EPO office action. Click to read a possible template for the arguments.

My template for Paper A
As you probably know, Paper A is about drafting claims and the introductory part of a patent application. Click to read a possible template for the introductory part.

Important updates regarding the EQE
We, EQE candidates have received great news about the upcoming EQE: there will be breaks during the EQE, and the length of Paper C and D will be 6 hours.

How to keep your sanity during the EQE preparation
EQE is closer and closer. If you don’t know how to stay sane or if you just lost your motivation, check out this article. I really hope my tips will help you. And don’t forget: you are doing great!!!

Common Paper D mistakes
When doing previous papers, we often make mistakes. However, that is the point of preparation. We are supposed to make these mistakes, but only at the first time. See my list of my previous mistakes so that you can avoid making the same.

Online EQE
While a lot of things are still unclear about the upcoming online EQE, a few matters have already been decided. This article will always be kept up-to-date about the upcoming online EQE, and will include every information that we currently know.

What we already know about the online EQE
While a lot of things are still unclear about the upcoming online EQE, a few matters have already been decided, and some things have high probability.

Concerns regarding the online EQE
As you know, it was announced in July 2020 that the EQE 2021 will be held online. This is certainly good news, since we can be (almost) certain that the EQE will not be cancelled this year. However, this is a huge step, which leaves us, candidates concerned with hundreds of questions regarding the upcoming EQE.

EQE study materials
Now, in 2020 there are so many materials out there that we can use during our preparation for EQE. I decided to collect the ones that I like the most and plan to use in the next months.

My 6-month study plan for EQE
We have 6 months until EQE 2021. For people who applied for the main exams, the next 6 months will be all about studying. I decided to share my study plan with you hoping that it will help someone in the same boat.
Thank you!
I really hope you found my free templates and printable documents helpful!
If you would like support my work, you can do that via the link below.
Thank you so much!
Please feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn.