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June 12, 2017

Top Distinction Awarded to Tilleke & Gibbins in Indonesia by IAM Patent 1000

Intellectual Asset Management

Tilleke & Gibbins has again been recognized for the firm’s patent work in Indonesia by Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) Patent 1000 – the World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2017, which conducts annual research on leading firms and practitioners worldwide.

Tilleke & Gibbins was among a small group of elite law firms ranked in Indonesia this year, with the IAM Patent 1000  editorial stating, “Southeast Asian powerhouse Tilleke & Gibbins is a compelling choice for patent prosecution; calling on a deep bench of eminent attorneys, technical aficionados and regulatory buffs, it has the wherewithal to execute on any mandate with consummate ease. The IP specialists in the Jakarta office work hand in hand with colleagues across the region to acquire watertight multi-jurisdictional protection.”

Somboon Earterasarun, partner in the firm’s intellectual property group, was also recognized by the publication for his extensive clientele: “Hotshot professional Somboon Earterasarun is ever popular with prestigious domestic and foreign innovators.”

IAM  researchers conducted research over a period of several months to develop the rankings. IAM Patent 1000 2017  also ranked Tilleke & Gibbins among the top firms in Thailand and Vietnam.

For more information, please visit the IAM Patent 1000 website.

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