We are delighted to announce that Von Seidels has been named Patent Firm of the Year – South Africa at the prestigious 2026 Managing IP EMEA Awards. This recognition highlights our team’s dedication to providing world-class patent services and protecting innovation across the African continent.
The Managing IP Awards are widely considered one of the most authoritative benchmarks in the global intellectual property profession. Winners are selected following a rigorous months-long research process that includes peer and client feedback, as well as an independent analysis of market impact and complex case work.
A Legacy of Excellence
This 2026 accolade marks a significant milestone in our firm’s history of excellence:
- 2026: Named Patent Firm of the Year – South Africa by Managing IP.
- 2023: Awarded Trademark Firm of the Year – South Africa at the IAM & World Trademark Review Global IP Awards.
- 2022: Recognised as the Patent Firm of the Year – South Africa by Managing IP.
- 2022: Awarded Patent Firm of the Year – South Africa at the IAM & World Trademark Review Global IP Awards.
- 2013: Honored as the overall IP Firm of the Year – South Africa by Managing IP).
This achievement is a testament to the technical expertise of our patent team – which includes specialists in electronics, chemical engineering, and biotechnology – and the unwavering trust our clients place in us to safeguard their most valuable intellectual assets.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the entire Von Seidels team for their hard work and to our clients for their continued partnership. We remain committed to setting the standard for IP excellence in South Africa and beyond.
