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Managing IP’s Rising Stars 2021

October 2021

Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) IP Rising Stars 2021 guide has been published. HGF is delighted to have five attorneys listed.

This special publication, which is produced by the IP STARS research team, recognises some of the best up-and-coming intellectual property practitioners in private practice who have contributed to the success of their firms and clients. Although selection is primarily based on an individual’s contributions and expertise, the research team can also take account of their activities in the IP community.

This publication is based on the information obtained during the research for the 2021 edition of IP STARS rankings and MIP Awards programme.

The firm is delighted to have five IP Rising Stars listed:

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