HPP Attorneys addresses all aspects of IP identification, acquisition and dispute resolution, with a focus on trademark prosecution, protection, and portfolio management. The team is spearheaded by Henrik af Ursin, who covers a variety of IP matters. He works alongside Jyrki Siivola, a patent and trademark law specialist; Maria Metso, who focuses on trademark prosecution; and Sara Laitila, who deals with technology and IP law matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Their approach is both meticulous and pragmatic, balancing the interests of diverse stakeholders while safeguarding the client’s position at every stage. A distinguishing feature of their practice is their commitment to understanding each client’s unique objectives and concerns, allowing them to tailor their strategies accordingly.’
- ‘Henrik af Ursin is a top-tier intellectual property lawyer whose expertise spans the full spectrum of IP matters. Henrik’s professionalism, responsiveness, and collaborative approach make him a pleasure to work with, and his commitment to delivering results consistently inspires confidence in clients and colleagues alike.’
- ‘HPP Attorneys has demonstrated exceptional skills in managing cross-border trademark matters of a particularly complex nature, especially those involving numerous stakeholders on both sides. Their ability to coordinate and communicate effectively across jurisdictions is impressive, ensuring that all parties remain aligned throughout the process.'
- ‘HPP has a high-quality IP practice with expertise in protecting, defending and commercialising IP. The team is highly regarded for its assured handling of complex IP litigation, and is also recommended for all forms of IP commercialisation.’
- ‘Henrik af Ursin is a top lawyer in Finland and our go-to attorney for IP litigation. He has an encyclopedic expertise in IP law and combines it with a practical, hands-on approach. He is a pleasure to work with.’
- ‘Henrik af Ursin stands out amongst others for being proactive and for his out-of-the-box thinking, which consistently leads to success. I have always valued his responsiveness in combination with his exceptional legal skills. With Henrik you can expect smooth collaboration where the focus lies on finding a suitable solution for the client.’
Key clients
- Steris Europe
- Neural DSP Technologies Oy
- Jyväskylän Messut Oy
- Storia Oy
- Fizza Oy
- Stala Oy
- Katko Oy
- DS Smith Finland
- Dr Wolff Group
- Aalto University
Work highlights
Advised Katko Oy on the development and implementation of a comprehensive intellectual property strategy.
Assisting with building Neural DSP a company-wide framework for identifying and protecting trade secrets central to its technical leadership in audio processing.
Advised early-stage, research-driven start-ups emerging from Aalto University as part of an ongoing pro bono initiative.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Henrik af Ursin
Other key lawyers
Jyrki Siivola; Maria Metso; Sara Laitila