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This accolade is a testament to our standing as one of the most distinguished IP law firms in the industry. Our dedicated partners are honored to stand out among the 8000+ IP practitioners who were meticulously interviewed and surveyed, securing their well-deserved positions among this prestigious group of experts. Within the patents category, our partners [Lance Abramson](https://spoor.com/our-people/lance-abramson/), [Tertia Beharie](https://spoor.com/our-people/tertia-beharie/), [Dina Biagio](https://spoor.com/our-people/dina-biagio/), [David Cochrane](https://spoor.com/our-people/david-cochrane/), [Craig Kahn](https://spoor.com/our-people/craig-kahn/), [Mark Kemp](https://spoor.com/our-people/mark-kemp/), and [Johnathan Whitaker](https://spoor.com/our-people/jonathan-whittaker/) have been celebrated as Patent Stars, lauded for their unparalleled expertise and knowledge. ![Shine as IP STARS in 2023](https://spoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spoor-award-1.png) In the realm of trade marks, Spoor & Fisher partners [Mohamed Khader](https://spoor.com/our-people/mohamed-khader/), Jean McIvor, [Wayne Meiring](https://spoor.com/our-people/wayne-meiring/), [Louise Myburgh](https://spoor.com/our-people/louise-myburgh/), [Megan Reiners](https://spoor.com/our-people/megan-reimers/), [Eben van Wyk](https://spoor.com/our-people/eben-van-wyk/), and [Charles Webster](https://spoor.com/our-people/charles-webster/) have been recognized as Trade Mark Stars, commended for their outstanding contributions to this field. ![Shine as IP STARS in 2023](https://spoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spoor-award-2.png) One of our distinguished partners, [Dina Biagio](https://spoor.com/our-people/dina-biagio/), has shone even brighter by being individually honored in two categories – Transactional Stars and Top 250 Women in IP. Her unwavering dedication to serving her clients’ needs is a testament to her continued excellence. ![Shine as IP STARS in 2023](https://spoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spoor-award-3.png) We are delighted to announce that [John Foster](https://spoor.com/our-people/john-foster/), [Duncan Maguire](https://spoor.com/our-people/duncan-maguire/), [Jeremy Speres](https://spoor.com/our-people/jeremy-speres/), and [Jared West](https://spoor.com/our-people/jarred-west/), all partners at Spoor & Fisher, have been named as Notable Practitioners, reflecting their exceptional contributions to the IP field. ![Shine as IP STARS in 2023](https://spoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spoor-award-4.png) Furthermore, we take immense pride in celebrating the recognition of our partners [Zama Buthelezi](https://spoor.com/our-people/zama-buthelezi/) and [Chyreene Truluck](https://spoor.com/our-people/chyreene-truluck/) as Rising Stars in the IP law arena. We eagerly anticipate their continued growth and success. ![Shine as IP STARS in 2023](https://spoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spoor-award-5.png) [Managing IP](https://www.managingip.com/) initiated its journey as a legal directory in 1994 and later rebranded as IP STARS in 2013. This publication swiftly emerged as the foremost specialized guide to IP law firms and practitioners on a global scale. The extensive research for IP STARS encompasses a wide array of IP practice areas and spans across more than 70 jurisdictions, solidifying its reputation as the most comprehensive and esteemed guide in the IP profession.