Celebrating Another Prestigious Tier 1 Ranking In The Legal 500 Series

In the ever-evolving world of law, where excellence and expertise are paramount, Spoor & Fisher has once again distinguished itself at the forefront of intellectual property law in South Africa. Our firm has been recognised with the esteemed Tier 1 ranking in The Legal 500 Series for intellectual property law. This accolade is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and the tailored support we provide to our clients.

A Tradition of Excellence Recognised

For over three decades, The Legal 500 has been the benchmark for excellence in the legal field, meticulously analysing the capabilities of law firms around the globe. Their comprehensive research program, which is updated annually, offers an up-to-date view of the global legal market, assessing strengths across more than 150 jurisdictions. The rankings, revered by industry insiders, are based on criteria that include innovative advice to corporate counsel, feedback from hundreds of thousands of clients, and interviews with leading lawyers.

Spoor & Fisher’s recognition within this prestigious ranking is not just a mark of our expertise but highlights our team’s ability to provide cutting-edge and pioneering advice in intellectual property law. This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and brilliance of our entire team, from the leadership of Dirk Hanekom, Mohamed Khader, and Marco van der Merwe, to the specialised expertise of Eben van Wyk, Dina Biagio, Tyron Grant, John Foster, Charles Webster, and Carl van Rooyen. We also celebrate the invaluable contributions of Zama Buthelezi, Chyreene Truluck, and Merlene Engelbrecht, whose efforts continue to propel us forward.

Beyond Rankings: Our Commitment to Innovation and Protection

Being ranked Tier 1 by The Legal 500 Series underscores our firm’s position as a leader in intellectual property law, but our true measure of success is the impact we have on our clients’ journeys. Our team’s depth of knowledge and comprehensive experience across all areas of IP law—ranging from patents to copyright, trade marks, commercial IP, litigation, domain names, and registered designs—enables us to offer unparalleled advice and protection for the innovators, creators, and businesses we serve.

Thank You!

We are grateful to our clients and peers for the trust and confidence they place in us, which has been instrumental in achieving this recognition. This accolade motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in intellectual property law, ensuring that we remain at the cutting edge and continue to offer the pioneering and robust solutions that our clients have come to expect from Spoor & Fisher.