HGF have announced the arrival of three new patent partners: Laurent Barbe, Dr Benoît Liénard in Paris & Felix Daul in Munch.

Two partners will be joining the firm’s fast-growing French practice, and one will join their accomplished team in Munich, Germany, further strengthening its European presence.

“I am thrilled to be part of a dynamic, growing firm with the ambition to be Europe’s IP firm of choice,” commented Felix Daul. “With my innovative mindset and enthusiasm for complex technologies, I look forward to contributing to the continued success of our clients.”

The appointments mark another milestone in HGF’s European expansion strategy following its recent private equity investment in 2024. The investment has provided both the capital and confidence to accelerate growth, supporting the firm’s clear and ambitious plan to broaden its capabilities across key markets.

HGF Ltd is one of Europe’s largest firms of IP specialists with a vision to be the leading IP services firm in Europe. The firm’s Patent Attorneys, Trademark Attorneys, Design attorneys, Rechtsanwalt, IP Solicitors and attorneys-at-law provide an integrated solution for clients. HGF creates and manages IP portfolios for the world’s leading companies and research institutes. We advise clients on the creation of strategic IP assets around the world and provide world-class expertise in oppositions, appeals, commercialisation, dispute resolution, and litigation to defend and enforce IP rights.