Spruson & Ferguson commands respect for its efficient and robust patent prosecution practice. "The firm is dominant in Sydney," observes one peer. With more than 25 years of experience in licensing and contentious work, Simon Williams leads Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers, the six-strong litigation team. In a pioneering case, Williams acted for Arbitron, who alleged that Telecontrol had infringed on the patent for a device named Watch Meter. Telecontrol cross-claimed for invalidity of the patent, saying Arbitron was not entitled to the patent as a result of double patenting.
"I believe Sprusons is one of the best," says one returning client. "Khajaque Kortian has been our IP lawyer for many years. He is very prompt and efficient with his service." Kortian holds particular expertise in anti-counterfeiting, digital technology and domain name disputes. Philip Heuzenroeder now heads the commercialisation team at the firm following the departure of Rob McInnes, who joined DibbsBarker in January 2011.