Laminar IP is proud to be named in the 2026 edition of the IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals, with the firm achieving a Bronze ranking for Patent Prosecution Firms in Australia. Founding Partners Mark Teoh and Jiarne Hong have each also been individually recognised, earning Bronze rankings for Patent Prosecution Individuals in Australia.
This marks another strong result for the firm, reflecting Laminar IP’s continued standing among Australia’s leading patent prosecution practices.
What is the IAM Patent 1000?
The IAM Patent 1000 is one of the most rigorous independent guides to the global patent profession. Published annually by IAM, a leading intellectual property media and intelligence business, the guide is compiled through extensive primary research – including interviews with clients, peers, and market participants across jurisdictions worldwide. Inclusion represents independent, evidence-based recognition of technical capability, client outcomes, and professional standing.
Laminar IP’s 2026 commendation
The 2026 edition profiles Laminar IP and both founding partners in detail. The following commendation was published by IAM:
Laminar IP is a nimble, independent boutique with a sharp focus on full spectrum of IP across Australia and New Zealand. Known for its engineer‑led bench and deep experience in medical technologies, mechanical systems and broader engineering fields, the firm offers prosecution‑driven support anchored in technical fluency and close client collaboration. Its attorneys work hands‑on with innovators—from start‑ups to multinationals—guiding them from concept to commercialisation with tailored filing strategies, globally coordinated prosecution and responsive, commercially attuned advice.
Dual‑qualified Australian and New Zealand patent attorney and founding partner, Mark Teoh brings over 20 years of experience across engineering and medical technologies. He is recognised for drafting and prosecuting complex patent and design applications and delivering clear, commercially grounded advice to clients ranging from start‑ups to universities and global companies. With technical qualifications in mechatronics and biomedical engineering, he handles innovations spanning autonomous systems, electronics, IoT, medical devices and advanced robotics, and is known for his personable, practical approach and ability to simplify complex concepts. His partner in crime is Jiarne Hong; a dual‑qualified Australian and New Zealand patent attorney and founding partner, advises across a wide mix of industries, including mining, optical fibre, medical devices, automation, robotics and consumer products. With over two decades in practice and a mechatronics engineering background, he manages patent portfolios in Australia and overseas, guiding clients through filing strategies, prosecution and commercially aligned protection. His practice spans heavy industry to high‑tech consumer hardware, reflecting both breadth of technical capability and a pragmatic, solutions‑focused orientation.
– IAM Patent 1000 (2026) –
In their own words
“The IAM Patent 1000 is a meaningful benchmark, and being ranked again in the 2026 edition is genuinely gratifying,” said Mark Teoh. “What drives us is the quality of work we do for our clients – understanding the technology deeply, crafting the right protection strategy, and staying alongside them as their IP needs evolve. That philosophy hasn’t changed, and I think that consistency is what clients value most.”
“From heavy industry through to cutting-edge consumer hardware, no two clients are the same – and that variety is what makes this work so rewarding,” added Jiarne Hong. “Being recognised again in 2026 reinforces that our hands-on, technically grounded approach continues to resonate. I’m proud of what we’ve built at Laminar IP and of the client relationships at the heart of it.”
We thank our clients and colleagues for their continued confidence in us, and extend our congratulations to all professionals and firms recognised in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000.
About Laminar IP
Laminar IP is a boutique intellectual property firm specialising in patents, trade marks and designs. Our team of IP specialists brings deep engineering and scientific backgrounds to every engagement, working closely with clients – from individual inventors to global corporations – to build and manage IP portfolios that support their commercial objectives.
We are known for our technical fluency, practical advice and direct, hands-on service across a wide range of industries and technology areas.
