We’re ranked Tier 1 among Belgian firms for Patent Prosecution by IP STARS 2025
30 June 2025
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Once again, we’re being recognised at the top level for our patent work. Thank you to our team for theirexcellence!
Earlier this year, we were also recognised with: 🔹Tier 2 in Trade Mark Prosecution – amongst firms in Belgium & the Benelux ⭐We also received Individual recognition for: • Ann De Clercq – Patent Star 2025 & Top 250 Women in IP • Koen Vanhalst – Patent Star 2025 • Joost Muylle – Trade Mark Star 2025
Anne-Lore Bex and Filip Van Lysebetten qualify as European Patent Attorneys
De Clercq & Partners is delighted to announce that Anne-lore Bex and Filip Van Lysebetten have successfully passed the European Qualifying Examination (EQE) and are now officially qualified as European Patent Attorneys.
Passing the EQE is a significant professional achievement, requiring extensive technical expertise, legal knowledge and years of dedicated preparation. As European Patent Attorneys, Anne-Lore and Filip are qualified to represent clients before the European Patent Office (EPO), providing strategic advice and guidance throughout the European patent process.
Ann De Clercq recognised in Managing IP's Top 250 Women in IP 2026
De Clercq & Partners is proud to announce that our founding partner, Dr. Ann De Clercq, has once again been recognised in Managing IP's Top 250 Women in IP 2026.
Joost Muylle recognised in the World Trademark Review Global Leaders 2026
We are proud to announce that our Of Counsel, Trademark and Design Attorney Joost Muylle, has once again been recognised in the World Trademark Review Global Leaders 2026, in the category Benelux: Belgium Agencies.
