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IAM Patent 1000 2023
June 2023
IAM Patent 1000 the world’s leading patent professionals 2023 guide has now been published and we are delighted to have 31 attorneys recognised as world-class individuals in the guide. The firm is also proud to be highly ranked across Scotland, England (Prosecution & Litigation), Ireland, European Patent Office and The Netherlands.
Firm rankings
Scotland – Gold
“Any list of Scotland’s leading patent prosecution practices would be incomplete without the inclusion of HGF Ltd. Across its offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen, the firm boasts 30 attorneys involved in its patent practice. Led by the skilled and experienced Gary Wilson, whom patrons “cannot recommend highly enough”, the set offers a deep bench of technical expertise and legal competence…..”
UK England & Wales – Prosecution – Silver
“We have been working with HGF for more than six years and we are delighted with the level of service they provide. We file a lot of patents in cutting-edge technology sectors every year and HGF always have the skills and expertise to match, from foundry processes to cancer therapies. In particular, we would praise them for their attention to detail and inventive suggestions, their respectful and amicable approach, especially the time and effort they take to explain and clarify everything down to the smallest details, and their fast turn-around times….”
Ireland – Silver
“Committed to helping clients meet their long-term commercial goals, HGF is one of the largest specialist IP outfits in Europe. Boasting both legal and technical expertise, the team have earned an excellent reputation for helping patrons develop their IP assets. “HGF is filled to the brim with specialists in a variety of fields. The firm provides a very comprehensive service and can manage a wide range of patent issues, from first application through to protection…..”
UK England & Wales – Litigation – Bronze
“Though best known as a quality choice for patent prosecution, the firm also boasts a raft of expert solicitors for contentious work and to navigate complex IP transactions. The solicitor team includes firm CEO Martyn Fish, an accomplished IP litigator across a range of technical sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices and electronics, as well as Rachel Fetches, the head of law, whose background in cellular biotechnology gives her a real leg-up in life sciences-related disputes….”
Netherlands – Bronze
“The team in The Hague has seen considerable growth since it was established eight years ago, and most recently saw the arrival of Jessica Kroeze and Lewis Birchenough in 2021. Patent director Kroeze marries her PhD in chemical physics with her industry experience, to provide patrons in the chemical, oil and gas, and agrochemical space with counsel that both understands the science as well as the business implications….”
European Patent Office – Silver
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Individual rankings
HGF is delighted to have 31 European attorneys recommended within the latest IAM Patent 1000 guide from our offices in England, Scotland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany and Austria.
Achim Krebs – Netherlands
Andrew McGettrick – Scotland
Dr Andrew Wells – England
Bernhard Ganal – Austria
Dr Chris Benson – England
Dr Chris Moore – European Patent Office
Dr Claire Irvine – England
Craig Thomson – Scotland
Douglas Drysdale – Scotland
Dr Gary Wilson – Scotland
Harry Hutchinson – England
Hsu Min Chung – England
Dr Jamie Thomson – Scotland
Janet Knowles – England
Dr Jenny Uno – European Patent Office
Dr Jeremy Bretherton – Scotland
Dr Jessica Kroeze – Netherlands
Kate Taylor – England
Kerry Rees – England
Kieran Killough – England
Lewis Birchenough – Netherlands
Lucy Johnson – England
Marie Walsh – Ireland
Martyn Fish – England
Matt Cassie – England
Rachel Fetches – England
Sarah McCrann – Ireland
Dr Susan Keston – Scotland
Vanessa Stainthorpe – England
About IAM 1000
IAM Patent 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top patent professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe. It shines a spotlight on the firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in this pivotal area of practice. Now in its eleventh year, the guide is the definitive resource for those seeking to identify world-class individual and firm-wide private practice patent expertise.