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Managing IP firm rankings – Trade Marks 2025

May 2025

HGF has once again been highly recognised in the Managing Intellectual Property firm rankings for trade marks, with Tier 1 rankings and high recommendations in several key jurisdictions.

Each year, the IP STARS rankings spotlight the leading IP firms across the globe, and we’re proud to be recognised as industry leaders.

England

  • Trade Mark Disputes – Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Firms – Tier 1
  • Trade Mark Prosecution – Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Firms – Tier 1

Scotland

  • Trade Mark Prosecution – Highly Recommended

Ireland

  • Trade Mark Prosecution – Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Firms – Tier 2

Netherlands

  • Trade Mark Prosecution – Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Firms – Tier 1

Benelux

  • Trade Mark Prosecution – Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Firms – Tier 3

These rankings are a reflection of our commitment, dedication, and expertise across multiple jurisdictions.

Read the full rankings below.

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