Firm & Awards
Triple Gold for our IP Team in the IAM Patent 1000
We are proud to announce that MLL Legal has once again secured triple Gold in the IAM Patent 1000 Guide 2026 — now for the sixth consecutive year.
The firm holds Gold for Patent Litigation, while Michael Ritscher and Simon Holzer each maintain individual Gold Litigation status. This makes us the only Swiss law firm to achieve three Gold-level rankings simultaneously.
Our Patent Transactions team continues to be recognised alongside individually recommended practitioners Ulrike Ciesla, Kilian Schärli, Nicola Benz and Louisa Galbraith.
We extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated IP team, and above all to our clients and peers, whose trust and support make these achievements possible. Here are a few of the quotes featured in this year’s guide:
“A leading name in Swiss patent law, MLL Legal fields a well-established and highly experienced patent team. It handles a significant number of cases before the Swiss Federal Patent Court, particularly in pharmaceutical and life sciences disputes and the team’s strength lies in its effective combination of legal and technical expertise, enabling it to navigate complex, science-driven matters with clarity and precision.”
“Simon Holzer is a highly experienced patent litigator, particularly in the life sciences field, and a pleasure to work with. His strategic thinking and deep understanding of complex patent issues make him an exceptional partner on demanding cases.”
“A recognised authority in the field, Michael Ritscher is an internationally respected IP lawyer and arbitrator, known for his work on complex patent and trademark disputes and IP commercialisation. He is particularly active at the intersection of IP and design protection”
“Ulrike Ciesla is highly diligent and delivers precise, commercially focused advice. She is a real asset in complex patent litigation, particularly in chemistry and pharma.”
“Nicola Benz “is a brilliant practitioner,” and advises on technology contracts, data protection and life sciences, with experience in licensing, outsourcing and digital matters.”
“Kilian Schärli, the firm’s managing partner, focuses on IP, licensing and distribution in technology-driven sectors, including blockchain, and advises clients on commercial and transactional matters.”
Louisa Galbraith has earned her status as a recommended lawyer of the Next Generation in the IAM Patent 1000, reflecting her growing reputation and contribution to the firm’s patent transactions practice.
About the IAM Patent 1000 Guide
The Patent 1000 focuses exclusively on patent practice and has firmly established itself as the definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking world-class legal patent expertise. The guide is compiled following an extensive research process. Only those firms and individuals identified by market sources for their exceptional skill sets and profound insights into patent matters feature in the IAM Patent 1000.
