Hannes Snellman’s IP & Technology Team and Lawyers Panu Siitonen and Vilhelm Schröder Highly Ranked in IAM Patent 1000 2026

Hannes Snellman’s IP & Technology Team was highly ranked in the IAM Patent 1000 2026 edition, with the team receiving a Gold ranking in “Firms: litigation” and a Silver ranking in “Firms: transactions”.

According to the publication, our team “delivers as a strategically savvy practice with a deep commitment to its clients, a commercial approach and an impressive track record of successfully navigating complex disputes to a favourable outcome for its following. Its team provides robust advocacy at every level, including before the local division of the UPC, as well as facilitating smooth negotiations in IP-rich deals.”

In addition to the team rankings, Partner Panu Siitonen was ranked Gold in “Individuals: litigation” and recommended in “Individuals: transactions”. Specialist Partner Vilhelm Schröder was ranked Silver in “Individuals: litigation” and recommended in “Individuals: trade secrets”.

Our Intellectual Property Practice is one of the leading practices in the Finnish market. Our business-oriented team has vast experience in all aspects of intellectual property covering copyright, patents and utility models, designs, trademarks and domain names, geographical indications, and trade secrets. We deliver efficient and pragmatic execution of assignments in matters ranging from trademark filings to the most demanding and complex IP-related agreements and disputes, which is why our clients value our advice and suggested solutions that serve their business now and in the long run.

IAM Patent 1000 identifies the top-tier, private practice patent experts.