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NLO Netherlands | Gold Firm: prosecution

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NLO Netherlands is awarded 'Gold Firm'. IAM Patent 1000 about NLO Netherlands: 
"NLO commands formidable recognition across the continent, with a distinguished legacy spanning more than 135 years. The firm diligently serves a diverse clientele, safeguarding and enforcing their innovations, visions and commercial imperatives. At the heart of NLO’s success lies a cohesive team that seamlessly integrates broad technical, legal and corporate expertise." 

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Operating out of The Hague, Bart Swinkels is a creative mastermind, unwaveringly dedicated to resolving the most complex IP matters in the areas of genomics, genome editing, gene therapy and immunology. René van Duijvenbode is a chemistry connoisseur, focusing on small molecules, polymer chemistry, pharmaceuticals and green energy. He handles freedom-to-operate cases, oppositions and appeals with flair. Notably, he has participated in more than 150 hearings before the EPO and its Boards of Appeal. Paul Clarkson boasts a career of more than three decades, consistently addressing IP concerns across sectors such as agriculture, mechanical engineering and medical technology. Celebrating nearly 40 years in intellectual property, David Bot is an established professional who supports businesses ranging from emerging start-ups to global corporations. His expertise lies in implementing robust IP strategies aligned with clients’ commercial imperatives. Catherine Shultz is a major asset to the group, adeptly conquering European and US patent practices. Her comprehensive experience in IP law positions her as the ideal adviser for those seeking to enhance their IP portfolios. In Ede, Arthur Meekel and Mari Korsten can be found. Meekel meticulously navigates complex, groundbreaking cases. His involvement extends to opposition and appeal procedures at the EPO, where he attends between 15 and 20 hearings annually. Korsten combines his experience in-house at global pharmaceutical player Novartis and his legal acumen to equip him with the skill set to lead most of the firm’s pharmaceutical cases.

NLO Belgium | Silver-Firm: proscecution

Harbouring the exceptional skills of more than 60 patent attorneys and 20 trademark attorneys, NLO succeeds in continuing its 135-year legacy of providing top-quality IP services. As one of the largest IP consultants in Europe, the firm boasts a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from universities and government bodies to SMEs and large multinational corporations, fortifying it as a Belgian powerhouse in IP matters pertaining to trademarks, assets and litigation. 

About Patent 1000

The IAM Patent 1000 recommends the best of the patent scene. Where appropriate, recommendations are presented in gold, silver and bronze bands. The IAM Patent 1000 shines a spotlight on the firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in the pivotal area of patent law. The Patent 1000 focuses exclusively on patent practice.