L-R: Duncan Schaut, Kate Giddens, Victoria Watts and Matt Currie

“We have significant breadth and depth of talent across the firm and it is always wonderful to recognise strong performing individuals and to support their career growth. Their dedication to delivering top-tier client service is what cements AJ Park as a leading specialist IP firm,” said Dr Andrea Dickens, AJ Park Managing Director.

Promotions have been made across a range of practice areas in both the Auckland and Wellington offices and contribute to the 25 promotions across the IPH group in 2023.

Dr Andrew Blattman, IPH Managing Director and CEO, said “As an international network of firms, IPH is committed to supporting and developing our people at all levels and creating a rich environment where colleagues can advance their careers and be recognised for their efforts.”

Congratulations to the following promotions effective 1 July 2023:

• Duncan Schaut, Engineering & IT, Principal
• Kate Giddens, Trade Marks, Special Counsel
• Victoria Watts, Trade Marks, Special Counsel
• Matt Currie, Trade Marks, Associate