Hannes Snellman’s intellectual property practice is ranked in the top tier by The European Legal 500 – Law Firms in Europe and the Middle East.

'Hannes Snellman Attorneys advises on IP issues at the highest level, including transactional support...Head of technology Kaisa Fahllund leads this ‘highly customer-focused’ team, and Panu Siitonen leads in IP litigation.'

Legal500, 2012

'Sources praise Panu Siitonen for being "extremely business-oriented and talented," and for his ability to quickly identify the crux of a problem. He heads the firm's IP litigation team and recently represented a DVD player manufacturer against a competitor in patent infringement litigation.'

Chambers Global 2012

"Key to the success of Hannes Snellman Attorneys... in this field is Kaisa Fahllund, a client favourite and leading figure in the technology and IP spheres, who is ‘delightful’ and a ‘highly professional leader of the team’. Senior associates Panu Siitonen and Pia Ek defy their status, taking the lead role in heavyweight matters.."

Legal500, 2011

'Panu Siitonen's IP expertise in the IT sector wins widespread acclaim, though his capacity for deftly handling pharmaceutical and manufacturing cases is also noteworthy.'

Chambers Global 2011

'Hannes Snellman...impresses with its litigious caseload of global brands...Clients like the "practical" and "hands on" approach of the team led by Kaisa Fahllund, with strong support from Panu Siitonen.'

Legal 500, 2010

‘This large firm's clientele consists of many market-leading companies.’

‘The team does also a lot of work for international pharmaceutical companies.’

‘Panu Siitonen is singled out as a promising IP lawyer.’

Chambers Europe 2010

'Although it is perhaps best known for its skill in TMT matters, the group’s IP practice is also admired, particularly for its litigation work.'