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The patent EP2932970 was granted to Viiv Healthcare on Mar 21, 2018. The application was filed on Jan 24, 2011 under application number EP15164931A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOKE | Dec 21, 2018 | ELKINGTON AND FIFE | ADMISSIBLE |
| TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS | Dec 19, 2018 | D YOUNG | ADMISSIBLE |
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The dossier documents provide a comprehensive record of the patent's prosecution history - including filings, correspondence, and decisions made by patent offices - and are crucial for understanding the patent's legal journey and any challenges it may have faced during examination.
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