We are proud to announce that HGF has once again achieved outstanding recognition in the IAM Patent 1000 – The World's Leading Patent Professionals 2025. With 29 of our attorneys ranked as leading individuals, and continued high placements across key European jurisdictions, this year's results reaffirm our reputation as a leading firm in intellectual property.
Firm Rankings
Scotland – Prosecution – Gold
"The team at HGF is dedicated, efficient and highly responsive. They excel in crafting successful patent applications, and provide the necessary education to empower their clients to make informed decisions." Leading the charge in Glasgow is Gary Wilson. He comes in for praise for his "high level of skill, responsiveness and friendly demeanour..."
United Kingdom, England & Wales – Prosecution – Silver
"The team at HGF comes highly recommended for their "outstanding expertise, customer-focused approach and dedication to helping clients succeed in the competitive innovation landscape." They uphold high standards of precision and strategic insight, and their multi-disciplinary approach enables them to build specialised teams. This allows them to deliver tailored advice that meets the diverse and complex needs of their clientele..."
Ireland – Prosecution – Silver
"Operating as one of the largest IP firms in Europe, HGF does not waver in its promise to deliver a diverse set of IP services. For leading industry names, it is considered the "sole IP consultant, owing to its one-of-a-kind professional, technical, and very considerate service that supports clients in a very competitive market..."
European Patent Office – Silver
United Kingdom, England & Wales – Litigation – Bronze
Austria – Prosecution – Bronze
"The Austrian office of HGF continues to go from strength to strength, securing its position as a go-to prosecution firm within the local market. With offices strategically located across the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland and France, the outfit is well positioned to provide comprehensive IP services to clients across Europe..."
Netherlands – Prosecution – Bronze
"A powerhouse of intellectual property across Europe, both in size and breadth of expertise, HGF's Dutch outpost celebrates 10 years delivering premium, comprehensive patent services. The firm brings clients' visions to life, championing some of the most innovative minds in diverse, patent-rich sectors..."
Individual Rankings
29 of our attorneys were individually ranked across five countries in this year's guide, reflecting their dedication, technical expertise, and client-first mindset.
Recommended:
- Chris Benson (England & Wales)
- Jerry Bretherton (Scotland)
- Matthew Cassie (England & Wales)
- Hsu Min Chung (England & Wales)
- Douglas Drysdale (Scotland)
- Rachel Fetches (England & Wales)
- Martyn Fish (England & Wales)
- Scott Fletcher (England & Wales)
- Bernhard Ganahl (Austria)
- Harry Hutchinson (England & Wales)
- Richard Jenkins (England & Wales)
- Lucy Johnson (England & Wales)
- Susan Keston (Scotland)
- Kieran Killough (England & Wales)
- Janet Knowles (England & Wales)
- Achim Krebs (Netherlands)
- Jessica Kroeze (Netherlands)
- Sarah McCrann (Ireland)
- Andrew McGettrick (Scotland)
- Chris Moore (England & Wales)
- Kerry Rees (England & Wales)
- Vanessa Stainthorpe (England & Wales)
- Kate Taylor (England & Wales)
- Jamie Thomson (Scotland)
- Craig Thomson (Ireland)
- Jennifer Uno (England & Wales)
- Marie Walsh (Ireland)
- Andrew Wells (England & Wales)
- Gary Wilson (Scotland)
About IAM 1000
IAM Patent 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top patent professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe. It shines a spotlight on the firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in this pivotal area of practice. Now in its eleventh year, the guide is the definitive resource for those seeking to identify world-class individual and firm-wide private practice patent expertise.
Read the full rankings below.