Carpmaels ranked Band 1 for patent and trade mark attorneys for the 12th year running

Carpmaels & Ransford has again been recognised as a Band 1 firm for patent and trade mark attorneys in this year’s edition of Chambers & Partners. The firm was also recommended for its litigation capability with rankings in Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation, and Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation, as well as a spotlight position in the London (Firms) Intellectual Property category.

Partners Hugh GoodfellowCameron MarshallCamilla BallenyJennifer AntcliffIan Kirby, and David Wilson were ranked as leading individuals across several categories.

The Chambers & Partners rankings are based on insights from independent market sources and feedback from peers and clients. Comments from clients in this year’s edition include:

“Carpmaels & Ransford is the best firm to handle complex matters. They have very experienced partners and many younger associates with a strong technical background and deep understanding of case law.”

“Carpmaels & Ransford have always handled cases assigned to them with the highest professional capabilities and have provided sound counsel and a high level of competence. The firm has well-trained individuals at all levels and, from docketing to litigation, provides sound action and advice in completing any task requested of them.”

“They provide excellent advice. They also try to look at the problem from various angles, can anticipate future challenges and explain the pros and cons of every solution.”

“There are a number of patent firms working in the life sciences space but I find Carpmaels & Ransford to be one of the most client-friendly. They are very commercial in their approach, which clients love.”

Chambers & Partners published the following comment about the firm:

Carpmaels & Ransford is distinguished by its all-encompassing patent, trade mark and designs offering with expertise in biotechnology, chemicals, computer science, engineering and pharmaceuticals. The firm handles commercially sensitive EPO proceedings and also advises on the IP aspects of M&A deals and licensing agreements. The firm also has a powerful in-house patent litigation capability, and has an office in Munich.

Visit Chambers & Partners to view the full rankings.


14th Nov 2023

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