Patent and trademark attorneys

Our dedicated team of patent and trademark attorney recruitment consultants help businesses across multiple sectors to find the specialists they need to protect their intellectual property. 

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Patent and trademark attorney recruitment specialists 

We have a dedicated recruitment team focusing solely on hiring trusted patent and trademark attorneys. 

As this market has evolved in recent years, we have evolved our offering too. We support businesses in consumer, retail, technology, pharmaceuticals, biotech and more, connecting our clients with exceptional candidates – and shaping the markets in which we recruit. 

We form long-lasting partnerships with our clients and candidates – taking the time to understand your needs and using that knowledge to match you with the ideal candidate. 

benefits

By choosing to work with us, you will benefit from: 

Genuine global reach

Through 13 global offices we have completed projects in more than 55 locations. Through our extensive network we can consistently deliver in your search for talent 

An unrivalled track record

We are a recruitment partner you can trust

Market longevity

We pioneered the first recruitment consultancies in numerous global locations. We offer local market knowledge at a global scale

Focused expertise

We are a legal specialist search and recruitment consultancy, dedicated to the legal profession. We speak your language and understand your markets 

Tailored services

We tailor our services to suit your needs and goals. Typically, they include contingent and retained search, permanent, temporary and interim recruitment as well as consultancy solutions

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  • Posted July 3, 2026
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  • Posted July 1, 2026
Contents Key insights Speaking with clients and candidates across Europe this quarter, there is a clear sense that in-house legal teams are operating in a more complex and more visible environment than even a year ago. Shifting regulation, geopolitical pressure and ongoing economic uncertainty are reshaping both hiring priorities and the role of legal within […]
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  • Posted June 26, 2026
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  • Posted June 25, 2026
Contents Key insights Nikki Newton sat down with Bryn Grassia Jones, General Counsel at Salica, to talk about the realities of operating as a GC in a VC and growth fund environment, and why the ability to anticipate risk, rather than simply react to it, has become one of the most important qualities in the […]
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  • Posted June 25, 2026
Contents Key insights The UK technology sector has evolved significantly over the past decade, and so too have expectations of in-house lawyers. While technical legal excellence remains important, the most successful technology companies are increasingly seeking lawyers who can serve as strategic business partners, support growth agendas, and navigate rapidly evolving regulatory frameworks. When hiring […]
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Moving up, across or repositioning: Strategic moves for UK law firm careers

  • Posted June 22, 2026
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  • Posted June 18, 2026
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  • Posted June 17, 2026
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How Ontario’s pay transparency legislation is changing legal recruitment

  • Posted June 16, 2026
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  • Posted June 11, 2026
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  • Posted May 18, 2026
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  • Posted May 18, 2026
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