The European Intellectual Property Firm

The European
Intellectual Property Firm
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Carpmaels & Ransford is a full-service European intellectual property firm at the forefront of a rapidly changing IP landscape. As a trusted advisor to so many world-class companies and brands, we have been regarded as a pioneer in handling intellectual property for over 200 years.  

We are unique in our ability to offer a truly integrated service, managing our clients’ intellectual property from inception to commercialisation, enforcement, litigation and defence. The result is a combined intellectual powerhouse, working closely with our clients to generate the most incisive strategies and arguments. 

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“The group is versatile in that it can handle patent prosecution, strategy, post-grant proceedings, and litigation. It is skilled and creative across all of these areas.”
Legal 500, 2024
"Carpmaels has a very sophisticated and deep bench. They are very thorough and knowledgeable about European patent law."
Chambers & Partners, 2023
“From EPO opposition work to pan-European litigation, the team is well equipped and experienced enough to handle nearly any patent matter.”
IAM Patent 1000, 2023
“For brand-rich entities seeking the full trademark service, Carpmaels & Ransford is a beacon of light. Its team of versatile and collaboratively minded practitioners regularly team up to solve complex IP problems for well-known brands.”
WTR 2024
"When it comes to complex and important matters, there is no European firm I trust more than Carpmaels."
Chambers & Partners, 2024