The development of new materials with improved properties, along with their applications in various fields of technology, present numerous IP opportunities for a broad range of industries.

The HGF chemistry team is one of the largest teams of chemistry attorneys in Europe with experience across an extensive scope of materials science specialisms, including metallurgy, composite materials, cement technologies, graphene technologies, polymer technologies, and fabric technologies.

Our experts can advise on IP strategy, invention capture, drafting and filing patent applications, patent prosecution, portfolio management and infringement analysis. We frequently handle contentious proceedings and have experienced patent attorney specialists in opposition and appeals, including high-value multi-party oppositions and have regularly handled proceedings before the European Patent Office.

We have experience in all aspects of material science IP and have a reputation for providing high quality, pragmatic and commercially-focused advice.