Amsterdam, 8 February 2024 – Novagraaf has been recommended for its trademark expertise in the Benelux, France and Switzerland in the 2024 edition of WTR 1000. Several Novagraaf specialists have also been recognised for their individual expertise.
“Novagraaf is characterised by its client-centric approach and dedication to innovation. With 19 offices in key locations across the globe, the outfit offers a truly international service but with a local touch...” WTR 1000
World Trademark Review has released the results of the 2024 rankings for its ‘World’s Leading Trademark Professionals survey’ (WTR 1000), in which Novagraaf appears as a recommended firm. The magazine undertook an exhaustive qualitative research project to identify the firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in this critical area of practice. This included factors such as depth of expertise, market presence and complexity of work, as well as positive peer and client feedback.
Novagraaf was specifically recommended with gold in the Benelux Agencies category, silver in the France Agencies category and bronze in the Switzerland Prosecution and Strategy Firms category in this year’s rankings. From the Amsterdam office, Helma van de Langenberg and Bart Schweitzer were singled out for their expertise. From France, Aurélie Guetin, Olivier Boland, Fabienne Maucarré and Marianne Tissot were highlighted for their experience. From Belgium, Ingrid Mennens received individual praise, while Vanessa Harrow and Laura Morrish were recommended in the UK and Ariane Deruy in Switzerland.
Commenting on the firm’s recommendation, Novagraaf Netherlands’ Managing Director, Helma van de Langenberg said:
“We are honoured to be recognised as one of the leading agencies in the Benelux by WTR 1000. Being part of the Questel group, Novagraaf’s unique blend of strategic consulting and IP legal advice in combination with tech-enabled solutions make an enormous difference to our local and international client base. In the face of economic pressure and market competition, they need access to our pragmatic IP advice, integrated services and tech-driven solutions now more than ever. I am very proud of our team and pleased that WTR 1000 acknowledges our unique position in the market.”
Novagraaf Switzerland’s Managing Director, Trademarks, Ariane Deruy added:
“We are thrilled and privileged to be recognised as a leading agent in Switzerland by WTR 1000 and would like to thank our clients for their trust. Our dedicated, passionate, and experienced team is committed to our clients’ satisfaction, delivering innovative solutions and tailored advice leveraged by powerful Saas solutions.”
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About Novagraaf
Novagraaf, a Questel company, is one of the world’s largest trademark filers, managing more than one million intellectual property (IP) assets on behalf of customers, and representing many of the world’s major patent and trademark owners. Founded in 1888, the company is headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, with offices throughout Europe, including London, Brussels, Paris and Geneva, as well as in the US, China and Japan.
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