We are a leading and internationally awarded IPR expert organization. We protect, commercialize, and defend our clients' intellectual property rights and provide them with comprehensive support in their daily legal affairs – from contracts to data protection, marketing law, public procurement, and litigation.
We are active in the competitive landscape of our industry. Our position as a leading player has been recognized for years, which proves our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
Sakari Värilä
VP of International Business, European Patent Attorney, European Patent Litigator
- sakari.varila@berggren.fi
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+358 40 838 5447
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+358 10 227 2381
IP Stars 2024 | Tier 1 Patent prosecution
Berggren has consistently been recognized as a top IP firm in MIP’s annual survey, and this year is no different. In the 2024 patent report, Berggren is pleased to have been awarded a “Tier 1” ranking in patent prosecution and to be listed as “other notable firm” for patent disputes. This achievement distinguishes Berggren as the only IP firm in Finland to be honored in both categories relating to patent practice.
Read more: https://www.ipstars.com
IAM Patent 1000, 2024 | Gold - Firms: prosecution
Berggren has been recognised as one of the leading IP firms in Europe in the latest edition of the IAM Patent 1000 guide. Berggren is the only IP firm in Finland to be recommended in the European Patent Office category.
Gold recommendation for patent prosecution
In addition, the firm is one of only two to receive the guide’s gold recommendation for patent prosecution in the Finland category. The guide also recommends the firm for its patent litigation practice.
Individual recognitions
As well as recognition for the firm, the guide individually recognises many of our professionals for their exceptional work. Mika Laajalahti, Joni Mikkola, Michael Nielsen, Pirta Tiiro, Outi Virtaharju, and Sakari Värilä are all recommended individuals in the “Finland” category. Michael Nielsen is also recommended for work before the European Patent Office.
IP Stars 2024 | Tier 1 Trademark prosecution and strategy
Berggren has consistently been recognized as a top IP firm in MIP’s annual survey, and this year is no different. In the 2024 trademark report, Berggren is pleased to have been awarded a “Tier 1” ranking in trademark prosecution and to be listed as “other notable firm” for trademark disputes. This achievement distinguishes Berggren as the only IP firm in Finland to be honored in both categories relating to trademark practice.
Read more: https://www.ipstars.com
Financial Times 2024 | Leading patent law firm
- Berggren has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading patent law firms by the Financial Times.
WTR 1000, 2023 | Gold - Firms: prosecution and strategy
Berggren won the Gold Award for Prosecution and Strategy and the Bronze Award for Enforcement and Litigation.
• The survey notes in particular that "Berggren is deeply embedded within the Finnish legal landscape and is among the largest and most experienced IP practices in the region”. The survey also notes that satisfied clients warmly recommend the firm with comments such as “Berggren is the best firm in Finland and has cultivated long-lasting relationships with clients thanks to its brilliant work in trademarks, and cooperation with the team is always fruitful. They have a great grasp on clients’ businesses and are able to advise on various matters efficiently.
• Highlighted individuals Paula Sailas, Hannu Halmetoja, Milla Lehtoranta, Jukka Palm, Jenni Ihalainen, Matti Nousiainen, Kaisa Fahllund and Päivi Salonen.
• Read more: WTR 1000 2023.
IP Stars 2023 | Tier 1 - Patent prosecution
- Berggren is currently ranked by MIP in “Tier 1” for both patent prosecution and trademark prosecution and as a notable firm for trademark disputes, making it the only firm in Finland to be recognized in each of these three categories
- Read more: IP STARS 2023: The leading practitioners in IP
IP Stars 2023 | Tier 1 - Trade mark prosecution
- Berggren is currently ranked by MIP in “Tier 1” for both patent prosecution and trademark prosecution and as a notable firm for trademark disputes, making it the only firm in Finland to be recognized in each of these three categories
- Read more: IP STARS 2023: The leading practitioners in IP
The Global IP Awards 2023 | Gold -Trademark Prosecution
The Global IP Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of law and attorney firms in litigation, prosecution and transactional work during 2022/2023.
- Berggren received the award for the 2023 Trademark Prosecution Firm of the Year for Finland in the WTR/IAM Global IP Awards
- Read more: WTR/IAM Glogal IP Awards
Financial Times 2023 | Leading patent law firm
- Berggren has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading patent law firms by the Financial Times.