Spoor & Fisher Earns Top-Tier Recognition in IAM Patent 1000 2026

Spoor & Fisher is proud to once again be recognised as a Gold Band Firm the IAM Patent 1000 2026 ranking. As a firm, we are especially proud of several of the experts who achieved individual ranking this year. A recognition of this calibre from such an esteemed industry publication is a clear reflection of our unwavering commitment to excellence in the field of patent practice.

We extend our congratulations to the following dedicated and highly skilled team members who received individual recognition for their outstanding contributions to patent practice:

• Lance Abramson
• Dina Biagio
• Lodewyk Cilliers
• David Cochrane
• Tyron Grant
• Dirk Hanekom
• Mark Kemp
• John McKnight
• Chyreene Truluck
• Jonathan Whittaker

IAM Patent 1000 is a highly regarded annual directory that identifies the world’s leading private practice patent law firms and individual practitioners. Rankings are based on extensive qualitative research, with firms and individuals assessed on the strength of their expertise, market reputation, visibility and service delivery. Recognition is exclusively reserved for those demonstrating outstanding capability in patent matters.

We remain deeply grateful to our clients for their continued trust and support, and for acknowledging Spoor & Fisher’s expertise in patent practice. This recognition continues to strengthen our commitment to delivering exceptional service across all aspects of patent law, including inclusive pre-filing advice and patentability searches, drafting patent specifications; filing and prosecuting patent applications, advising on patent strategies, and providing validity and infringement opinions.