Intellectual Property

Von Seidels is a well-regarded boutique law firm offering bespoke IP expertise out of its Cape Town office. The firm demonstrates adept cross-border capabilities, particularly across Africa, with a notable roster of international clients. The legal team is widely renowned for its outstanding track record in the patent and trade mark space, with impressive capabilities relating to life sciences and the electronics industry. The firm draws further recognition for its contentious practice, representing clients in patent and trade mark infringement.

"Von Seidels' team is very responsive. They answer quickly, and their advice is on-point: they stick to the issue and are very focused."

"Its team is knowledgeable and creative, providing meaningful and helpful advice for navigating issues."

"Von Seidels has numerous technically and legally qualified attorneys who are highly skilled and experienced."

Von Seidels acted as counsel to the University of the Free State in an international PCT patent application.

Bastiaan Koster is a well-known lawyer in the field, with a practice in Cape Town extending to cover both patents and trade marks. In addition to handling IP prosecutions, he also regularly advises clients on litigation and enforcement. "Bastiaan Koster provides us with very commercially pragmatic advice." "His approach and knowledge are excellent."

Cape Town-based Rowan Joseph commands an impressive reputation for his practice focus on patent disputes, including opposition and infringement matters. He has particularly deep experience acting for clients in the life sciences sector. "Rowan Joseph is both technically and commercially excellent. He is a truly talented and skilled attorney."

Érik Van Der Vyver heads the firm's patent division from Cape Town and is well recognised and respected for his practice in the space. He assists clients with the management of their IP portfolios and has particularly deep knowledge of innovative technology patents. "I am impressed with his supportiveness, as well as his quick and clear response at all times."

Ralph van Niekerk is well versed in patent prosecution and litigation, in addition to IP commercialisation. He provides counsel to his clients out of Cape Town. "I highlight Ralph van Niekerk's technical acumen."

Simonne Moodie is a well-known lawyer in South Africa's IP market who is best recognised for her advice on trade mark prosecution and portfolio management. She is based in Cape Town. "Simonne Moodie is very responsive and experienced in trade mark matters."

Christine Strutt enjoys an impressive reputation for her work in the IP market. From her base in Cape Town, she has a strong track record of acting for high-profile international and domestic retailers and tech companies on copyright and trade mark enforcement and prosecution. "I highlight her creativity in addressing problems."

Vanessa Ferguson operates a practice out of the firm's office in Cape Town which encompasses trade mark protection and enforcement, as well as counterfeiting issues. She represents a number of notable domestic and international clients.