The chemical industry is constantly striving to find improved chemical processes that are more selective for the desired end products, less expensive to operate, and more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

The HGF chemistry team works extensively with major universities, multinational companies, SMEs and spin-outs to protect new catalyst technologies and the improved chemical processes they are applied to.  We have particular expertise relating to new catalysts, catalytic supports and improved catalytic processes, supporting the steady strive for improvement.

Our expertise encompasses IP strategy advice, patent prosecution, drafting and filing patent applications, invention capture, portfolio management and infringement analysis. We are experienced at handling contentious proceedings and have experienced patent attorneys specialise who have handled opposition and appeal proceedings before the European Patent Office. We are frequently involved with complex and high-value multi-party oppositions and are well positioned to advise our clients in relation to all aspects of catalysis IP. We provide high quality, pragmatic and commercially-focussed advice.