Our Aberdeen office opened in 2011 in response to the wide number of innovative firms in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. We deal with all technologies, but specialise in oil and gas, attracting individuals, SMEs and multinationals - all of whom require local patent attorneys with relevant experience.
Specialist Sectors
Our teams in Aberdeen specialise in oil and gas, energy, engineering, chemistry and trade mark cases, offering a vital service in the heart of one of the UK's fastest-growing cities.
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Use our ‘People Finder’ to discover the wealth of talent and skills that make up the teams at HGF. Select a speciality or search for a team member by name, and use their ‘Contact Card’ to get in touch.
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Craig Watson Partner
Craig's practice focuses on the mechanical and chemical fields especially in relation to the energy sector and he leads HGF's energy team. With more than a decade of experience working in Aberdeen, Craig has advised numerous local, national and international clients on IP protection.
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Alastair Blake Senior Patent Attorney
Alastair joined the HGF Aberdeen office in January 2016.
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Faye Campbell Trainee Patent Attorney
Faye joined HGF in 2015 as a Trainee Patent Attorney, and works within the Engineering Group at the Aberdeen office.
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Chris Cottingham Patent Attorney
Chris joined HGF’s London office in 2013 after completing a MEng degree in Aeronautical Engineering at the University of Cambridge.
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Rachel Denholm Senior Trade Mark Attorney
Rachel is experienced in dealing with global brands and advises clients on all aspects of trade mark portfolio management, including clearance searches, filing and prosecuting trade mark applications, filing and defending oppositions, advising on infringement and enforcement and providing strategic advice on commercial and practical issues.
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John Johnston Trainee Patent Attorney
John graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2013 with a First Class MEng (Hons) degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He joined HGF in May 2016 as Trainee Patent Attorney in the Engineering Group.
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Dr Milena Smith Trainee Patent Attorney
Milena joined the Engineering Group at the Aberdeen office in 2018 as a Trainee Patent Attorney.
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Linda Hedges Formalities OfficerLinda Hedges is a Formalities Officer in our Aberdeen office.
