Spruson & Ferguson partners with innovators across the energy and resources sector, helping them secure and maximise the value of their intellectual property. From cleantech and renewables to advancements in mining, oil, gas and critical minerals, we provide tailored strategies to protect and commercialise innovations that drive efficiency, sustainability and safety.

Our clients are at the forefront of clean energy, renewables, and sustainable energy technologies. We also work with innovators in and servicing the natural resources industries, helping them secure and protect developments for safer, more efficient equipment, and environmentally sustainable solutions.

Our attorneys bring firsthand industry experience as engineers, chemists & material scientists, allowing them to quickly grasp complex technologies and develop IP strategies that align with your commercial goals – helping you secure rights efficiently and maximise your return on investment.

Whether you’re scaling a breakthrough in green technology or optimising existing operations, Spruson & Ferguson delivers strategic IP protection to support your business goals.

Strategic IP services across APAC

With offices across the Asia-Pacific, including China, we provide comprehensive support at every stage of the IP lifecycle:

  • Patent filing & prosecution – expert guidance on how, when, and where to file for maximum impact
  • Oppositions & disputes – conducting opposition proceedings and providing validity and infringement advice
  • Regional IP strategies – tailored approaches to protect innovation across multiple jurisdictions
  • Competitor intelligence – patent searches and monitoring to help you stay ahead
  • Enforcement & litigation – defending and enforcing your IP rights when it matters most (Australia only).

Sectors we work with

  • Renewable energy
  • Clean and sustainable energy
  • Nuclear and thermal energies
  • Mining and natural resources
  • Coal and metals
  • Petroleum and liquefied natural gas
  • Gas pipelines

Reach out to one of our experts or use the Contact us form to find out how we can help.

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Sydney, Australia
Dr Simon Potter
Managing Director | Australia
Patents: Chemical & Life Science
+61 2 9393 0100 simon.potter@spruson.com
Simon is an accomplished professional services leader, and commenced as Managing Director of Spruson & Ferguson Australia following key leadership positions as head of the Australian Chemical/Life Sciences team…
Simon is an accomplished professional services leader, and commenced as Managing Director of Spruson & Ferguson Australia following key…
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Sydney, Australia
Katrina Crooks
Principal, Head of Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers
Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers: Litigation
+61 2 9393 0300 katrina.crooks@spruson.com
Katrina is counted amongst Australia’s top IP litigation lawyers, with 25 years’ experience of obtaining successful outcomes for clients. Dual qualified as a lawyer and patent attorney, patent litigation is…
Katrina is counted amongst Australia’s top IP litigation lawyers, with 25 years’ experience of obtaining successful outcomes for clients. Dual…
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Singapore, Singapore
Le Hong Minh
Principal, Director Singapore, Engineering Practice Group Leader Asia
Patents: Engineering & ICT, Designs
+65 6333 7200 minh.le@spruson.com
Le Hong Minh graduated from a joint program between the National University of Singapore and Eindhoven University of Technology with a Master of Technological Design degree, specialising in product…
Le Hong Minh graduated from a joint program between the National University of Singapore and Eindhoven University of Technology…
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