This year marks a major milestone for Secerna LLP as the firm celebrates 15 years of supporting innovators, businesses, and organisations with their intellectual property needs.
Since its founding in 2011, Secerna has grown into a highly respected European patent and trade mark attorney firm, known for its technical expertise, commercial insight, and client-focused approach. From its headquarters in York to the firm’s second office in Newcastle upon Tyne, Secerna has continued to expand its reach while maintaining the collaborative and supportive culture that has defined the business from the outset.
The past 15 years have seen significant expansion for the firm, both in terms of its team and the breadth of industries it supports. Throughout this journey, Secerna has remained committed to helping clients protect and maximise the value of their intellectual property in an increasingly complex and fast-moving global landscape.
A key part of Secerna’s success over the past 15 years has been its commitment to developing talent and supporting professional growth within the firm. Secerna has continued to invest in the next generation of patent attorneys, providing mentorship and support throughout the demanding qualification process.
Over the years, Secerna has celebrated numerous achievements across the business, including the continued development of its talented team, the strengthening of long-standing client relationships and the successful support of innovators ranging from start-ups to global organisations.
The firm has also proudly supported inspiring initiatives beyond the world of intellectual property, including sponsorship of the record-breaking Seas the Day Great Pacific Escapade in 2025, demonstrating Secerna’s commitment to backing ambitious endeavours that embody resilience, teamwork, and innovation.
Jason Boakes, Partner at Secerna, said:
“Reaching our 15-year anniversary is a fantastic milestone for the firm and one that gives us an opportunity to reflect on everything that has been achieved over that time. We are incredibly proud of the team we have built and the expertise we are able to offer our clients.
The world has changed enormously over the past 15 years, and businesses have faced significant challenges and uncertainty during that time. Through it all, our team has remained committed to delivering exceptional support to our clients and helping them protect their innovations and enforce their IP rights globally.”
Charlotte Watkins, Partner at Secerna, added:
“It’s wonderful to celebrate 15 years of Secerna and everything the firm has accomplished. We’ve seen tremendous growth, expanded our presence with offices in York and Newcastle, and continued to attract talented people who share our values and passion for intellectual property.
One of the things we are most proud of is seeing people grow and develop their careers within the firm. Supporting attorneys through their qualifications and watching them progress professionally has been incredibly rewarding. What makes Secerna special is the strength of the team and the collaborative culture we’ve created.”
Many of Secerna’s team have been with the firm for a significant part of its journey, helping to build the collaborative and approachable culture that clients value today. Despite its growth, the firm has remained committed to providing the responsive, commercially focused, and personal service that has underpinned Secerna since day one.
As Secerna looks ahead to the future, the firm remains focused on delivering outstanding intellectual property expertise, supporting innovation across a broad range of sectors, and continuing the growth and success that has defined its first 15 years.
The firm would like to thank its clients, colleagues, contacts, and wider professional network for their continued support over the past 15 years and looks forward to many more successful years ahead.