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AJ Park is one of the largest IP firms in the Australasian region with the track record, broad technological expertise and services to cover every stage of the IP lifecycle. For over 130 years, we've helped our clients protect and manage their intangible assets in Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout the world.
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Principal \ Auckland
Margot Smith
Practical and a natural problem solver, Margot works alongside her clients to build strong brand ownership locally and abroad.
Principal \ Auckland
Wes Jones
Wes specialises in the development and commercialisation of patent and registered design portfolios.
Principal \ Auckland
Damon Butler
As a branding and trade mark specialist, Damon enjoys helping businesses take their brands to market, both locally and overseas.
Principal \ Wellington
Dr Duncan de Geest
Duncan is a patent law specialist with particular expertise in the area of chemical innovations.
Principal \ Wellington
Andy Locke
Andy acts for businesses in patenting inventions, registering designs and advising on freedom to operate, in New Zealand and overseas.
Consultant \ Auckland
Greg West-Walker
Greg has worked in intellectual property (IP) for 40 years and retired as a principal in AJ Park in October…
Principal \ Wellington
Dr Fiona Pringle
Fiona assists clients in patent and design matters, from filing through to grant, in New Zealand, Australia and overseas.
Principal \ Auckland
Sam Pearson
Sam blends considerable international legal experience with expertise in the biotechnology and molecular biology fields.
Principal \ Wellington
Michael Brown
Objective, creative and detail-focused, Michael specialises in patents, designs, copyright and related intellectual property (IP) for Australasian and international innovators.
Principal \ Auckland
Anton Blijlevens
A good listener with a practical outlook, Anton has become a trusted advisor for clients looking to protect and commercialise…
Principal \ Auckland
Matt Devine
Matt has particular expertise in patents, designs, copyright and related intellectual property (IP) work for electrical and mechanical engineering, telecommunications,…
Principal \ Wellington
Kieran O'Connell
Kieran is a trade mark and copyright specialist who enjoys finding pragmatic and cost-effective solutions to sticky issues.
Principal \ Auckland
Amanda Griffiths
Amanda enjoys collaborating with clients as they develop new brands and products.
Principal \ Auckland
Dr David Simunic
David specialises in the protection of intellectual property (IP) and providing strategic advice on IP portfolios including patents, designs, and copyright.…
Principal \ Auckland
Dr James Robinson
A patent attorney with a background in organic chemistry, James is a member of AJ Park’s Auckland life sciences patent…
Principal \ Auckland
Paul Johns
Paul assists clients to effectively handle contentious intellectual property issues.
Principal \ Wellington
Sarah Barclay
Sarah combines her industry experience and intellectual property (IP) expertise to help clients around the globe protect their innovations.
Principal \ Wellington
Penelope Catley
Penny Catley has over 30 years’ experience as a commercial intellectual property lawyer, advising on trade marks, copyright, trade secrets…
Principal \ Auckland
Jeremy Sim
Jeremy specialises in chemical and process engineering inventions.
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