Baxter IP and Key Attorneys Honoured in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 Rankings

Baxter IP, Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys, is exceptionally proud to announce our continued recognition, along with three of our leading attorneys, in the latest edition of the IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals. This prestigious guide has once again highlighted Baxter IP's dedication to providing top-tier patent prosecution services in Australia.

The IAM Patent 1000 is widely regarded as the definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking world-class legal patent expertise, and we are honoured to be featured among such esteemed colleagues and firms.

Firm-Wide Recognition

Baxter IP has been awarded a ranking for patent prosecution in Australia. The IAM Patent 1000 praised our firm, noting:

"Big-firm expertise with small firm personalised service" – Baxter IP is the ultimate choice for both start-ups and multinationals. This boutique goes above and beyond, offering comprehensive patent strategisation with competitive pricing models that sets them apart in the market.”

This acknowledgment underscores our commitment to delivering strategic, commercially-focused IP solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client, from innovative start-ups to established multinational corporations.

Individual Excellence Recognised

We are also thrilled to celebrate the individual achievements of our attorneys who have been singled out for their outstanding contributions:

Chris Baxter – Individuals: Prosecution

Our Managing Director, Chris Baxter, has been distinguished with a Silver ranking. The IAM Patent 1000 highlights his strategic capabilities:

"At the fore, managing director and patent and trademark attorney Chris Baxter provides strategic, cross-jurisdictional IP advice, leveraging his experience to support multinationals, ASX-listed companies, university spin-outs, and SMEs, particularly in the defence sector. “Chris is extremely knowledgeable, and takes the time to really understand new technology and inventions so that he can devise claims and general IP strategies to get the best protection coverage possible. He takes the time to explain the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches.”

Martin Earley – Individuals: Prosecution

Director Martin Earley continues to be recognised for his extensive experience, earning a Bronze ranking. IAM noted his meticulous approach:

"Director Martin Earley is a seasoned patent and trademark attorney with 30-plus years of experience, specialising in mechanical, medical, physics and software technologies. As the director of Baxter IP's Victoria division, Earley evaluates both commercial and IP aspects to maximise the value of inventions, offering clients meticulous attention to detail and innovative problem-solving skills."

Qi Zhang – Individuals: Prosecution

We are particularly delighted to announce Qi Zhang's debut in the IAM Patent 1000 rankings, also receiving a Bronze individual ranking for prosecution. His unique expertise was commended:

"Making his debut in the rankings this year, Baxter IP's electrical and ICT team lead Qi Zhang is a highly qualified Trans-Tasman and Chinese patent attorney with more than 20 years of experience integrating his technical expertise into clear, practical advice and commercially focused patenting strategies."

A Testament to Our Team and Clients

These accolades from the IAM Patent 1000 are a testament to the hard work, expertise, and client-focused approach of the entire Baxter IP team. We believe our success is intrinsically linked to the innovative spirit of our clients, and we are privileged to partner with them in protecting their groundbreaking ideas.

This recognition reinforces our dedication to providing "big-firm expertise with small firm personalised service" and fuels our ongoing commitment to excellence in the IP field.

Congratulations to Chris, Martin, and Qi on their well-deserved recognition, and thank you to our clients and peers for their continued trust and support.