South Africa

South Africa is by far the most mature and sophisticated market in sub-Saharan Africa. Unsurprisingly, this prosperous business environment has enabled a variety of IP practices to thrive. These outfits are divided into clear strata. Adams & Adams and Spoor & Fisher continue to tower over the competition, with their formidable profiles and peerless ability capturing most of the biggest clients. Chasing these two titans are several smaller but highly specialised boutiques, as well as a collection of larger commercial firms that have established robust IP practices as part of a wider corporate offering.