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Main duties
- Taking part in the board's review of decisions by the EPO departments of first instance
- Acting as rapporteur in technical cases, i.e. preparing cases and oral proceedings in line with the organisational requirements of the board, and drafting communications and decisions
- Acting as second member or chair when required
- Contributing to the overall improvement of the functioning of the Boards of Appeal (working methods, harmonisation, organisation, etc.)