We’re proud to share that Potter Clarkson has once again been ranked among the world’s leading patent firms in the IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2025.
IAM’s annual guide is one of the most respected in the intellectual property sector. Its recommendations are based on extensive research, including feedback from clients and peers across the globe. We’re pleased to be recognised not only as a firm but also for the outstanding work of many of our individual practitioners.
We’ve received a Gold ranking for our patent prosecution services in England.
Individually recognised for prosecution:
- Peter Finnie - Gold
- Fiona Law - Gold
- Caroline Marshall - Silver
- Rob Pugh - Silver
- Craig Brownlie - Bronze
- Dave Clark - Bronze
- Charlotte Crowhurst - Bronze
- Mark Didmon - Bronze
- Sara Holland - Bronze
- Saiful Khan - Bronze
- Deborah Maxwell - Bronze
- Stephen McNeeney - Bronze
- Michael Pears - Bronze
- Steve Smith - Bronze
- Ian Dee - Bronze
Our litigation and transactional work has also been commended, with a Bronze firm ranking in these categories.
Individually recognised for litigation and transactions:
- Mark Kramer - Bronze (Litigation), Recommended (Transactions)
- Oliver Laing - Bronze (Litigation), Recommended (Transactions)
- Nick McDonald - Bronze (Litigation)
- Richard Roberts - Bronze (Litigation)
We’re also pleased to see Dave Holt and Mark Nichols featured as recommended individuals in the UK.
In Sweden, our prosecution team has earned a Bronze ranking.
Recognised practitioners:
- Chris Cadman - Bronze
- Jesper Sellin - Bronze
- Louise Tottie - Bronze
In Denmark, we’ve also received a Bronze ranking for prosecution.
Recognised practitioners:
- Benjamin Hoffmann - Bronze
- Lars Karnøe - Bronze
- Camilla Kiørboe - Bronze
Andreas Lauge Christensen is also noted as a recommended individual.
We’re proud to hold a Silver ranking at the European Patent Office. Peter Finnie and Philip Thomas are both named as recommended professionals.
WHAT IAM HAD TO SAY
“Clients of Potter Clarkson benefit from a first-class service provided by a team of professionals who excel in communication, demonstrate outstanding organisational skills and consistently meet deadlines well ahead of schedule.” – IAM UK Guide
“Potter Clarkson’s Swedish office is essential to its global operations, protecting the patents of major international rights holders, especially in life sciences, pharmaceuticals and medical technology.” – IAM Sweden Guide
“Potter Clarkson’s Danish outpost continues to go from strength to strength, solidifying its position as a trusted resource for top-tier IP prosecution services.” – IAM Denmark Guide
These recognitions reflect the expertise, passion and dedication of our people across Europe. We’re grateful to our clients and peers for their trust and continued support. You can read the full IAM Patent 1000 2025 review of Potter Clarkson here.
