HGF Office

Alderley Park

Alderley Park,
Congleton Rd,
Alderley Edge,
Macclesfield,
SK10 4TG

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HGF is dedicated to providing a comprehensive service both across Europe and internationally. Contact us to find out how we can work with your business.

Tel. +44 (0)161 247 4900

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Alderley Park is a world-leading science and technology hub spanning over 400 acres and home to a diverse range of innovative science and technology companies.

We are ideally placed to actively engage with the thriving culture of innovation and scientific advancements that define the technology park. HGF has been a sponsor here for several years, and this cements our relationship with Alderley Park.

The team collaborates with the firm’s large network of multidisciplinary specialists to provide a full IP service for academia, SMEs, and multinational companies. Our office serves as a hub for creativity and strategic thinking, where ideas are transformed into tangible assets through expertly crafted intellectual property solutions.

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    UPC Representative

    Andrew
    Wells

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    Michelle
    Davies

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    Matharu

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    Laurence
    Gainey

    Partner & European and UK Patent Attorney

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    Matthew
    Johnson

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    Hinks

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    Nick
    Howe

    Patent Director

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