Firm overview
Laine IP Oy stands among the global leaders in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) services, renowned for our exceptional professionalism, unwavering customer orientation, and steadfast reliability. Since our establishment in 1979, we have expanded our expertise beyond European borders, offering a comprehensive suite of services that cater to a diverse international clientele. Our offerings include the preparation and prosecution of European, Finnish, and U.S. patents, ensuring our clients receive top-tier support in these critical regions.
With a robust team of over 30 highly skilled patent and trademark attorneys and agents, Laine IP Oy operates from strategic locations in Helsinki, Turku, and Tampere. This international presence underscores our commitment to delivering unparalleled representation and customer service, fostering deep, enduring relationships with clients across the globe.
Our core values – Reliability, Personal Service, Efficiency, Competitiveness, and Flexibility – are the pillars of our approach. We emphasize clear, precise communication, aiming to simplify the complexity of IPR processes and focus on delivering favorable outcomes for our clients. Our hands-on strategy in IPR protection involves proactive expertise in relevant technology areas, coupled with a keen understanding of each client's unique business context, regardless of their size.
In the realm of patents, our prowess is particularly evident. Our European practice boasts seasoned European Patent Attorneys across various technological fields. Additionally, our in-house U.S. Patent Agents offer direct representation and patent prosecution services before the USPTO from our Helsinki base. This international capability positions us uniquely to serve clients' needs effectively in both European and American markets.
Our patent attorneys are also distinguished in their frequent participation in oral proceedings before opposition and appeal boards and in assisting clients in high-stakes litigations. Our track record includes successful representation in complex patent infringement cases in Finnish courts, particularly in pharmaceutics and chemical technology. Four of our attorneys, Ms. Kaisa Suominen, Ms. Mirja Matilainen, Mr. Jarkko Tiilikainen and Mr. Jari Nieminen are qualified to represent our clients in the UPC.
Our expertise spans all major key technology areas, including Chemistry and Bioscience, ICT and Electronics. Each team, led by industry experts like Ms. Hanna Laurén and Mr. Jussi Jaatinen, brings deep experience and innovative solutions to a wide array of technical fields.
Trademark, Desing and Legal team, led by Mr. Reijo Kokko, delivers personal and flexible service with years of experience and commitment. Our services include trademark & design protection and prosecution both in Finland and internationally, trademark oppositions, litigation and infringement issues, as well as IP-related contracts.
Besides our core services, we offer a range of other IPR services, such as searches, clearances, analysis, and opinions, as well as in-house consulting and training on IPR strategies and portfolio management.
We pride ourselves on our global network affiliations with prestigious organizations like AIPPI, FICPI, INTA, LES, APAA, and AIPLA, reflecting our commitment to staying at the forefront of IPR developments worldwide.
At Laine IP Oy, we don’t just offer services; we deliver a partnership built on trust, expertise, and a global perspective. Partner with us for a journey towards securing and maximizing your intellectual property rights, no matter where you are in the world.
