We are proud to announce that Eagle IP was ranked in Tier 1 (the highest tier) for Patent Prosecution in the IP Stars 2025 Patent Firms Ranking by Managing IP. The rankings cover over 70 jurisdictions worldwide and recognize the top recommended firms for patent filing, prosecution, and disputes work. This Tier 1 placement is a testament to the positive feedback our clients have provided to Managing IP during their annual reviews.

It is with great pride that we have been included in this highest category among just a select few other top firms in Hong Kong. We are deeply grateful to Managing IP for this recognition of our work. At Eagle IP, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients by drawing upon our hands-on knowledge of US and Chinese patent law, our proven ability to craft sophisticated and creative patent strategies, and our strong technical expertise. We will continue to build upon these strengths to deliver the highest level of service and support to the innovators who entrust us with protecting their groundbreaking ideas. 

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