Asterion, Inc., a leading provider of financial and economic consulting services focused on forensics valuation and intellectual property, announced today that Richard J. Gering was named in the Intellectual Asset Mananement (“IAM”) Patent 1000.

IAM identified Richard Gerring as one of of The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2015 – a unique guide that identifies the top patent practitioners in key jurisdictions around the globe. The IAM Patent 1000 has fast become the definitive directory exclusively dedicated to identifying the world’s leading patent services providers. The extensive research process for this guide was conducted over several months by a team of full-time analysts, and involved more than 1,500 interviews with patent specialists across the globe. Legal and attorney firms and individual practitioners qualify for inclusion in the IAM Patent 1000 upon receiving sufficient positive feedback from market sources. The IAM Patent 1000 features 41 country-specific chapters analysing local patent professional services markets and detailing the firms and individuals identified as leaders in their respective fields. The tables and accompanying detailed editorial reflect the depth of expertise, market presence and levels of work on which firms are typically instructed. The publication therefore serves as a one-stop reference source for anyone seeking patent services. Nicholas Richardson, research editor for the IAM Patent 1000, explains: “In the world of commerce, patents have become pivotal in driving corporate value and profitability. When it comes to obtaining, enforcing and monetising these vital commodities, private practice lawyers and patent attorneys play an essential role; selecting the right specialist is of paramount importance. The IAM Patent 1000 delivers the most in-depth coverage of the market yet undertaken, pinpointing the best of the best in prosecution, litigation and licensing. The listings and editorial provide readers with a truly comprehensive overview of patent services around the world, making the IAM Patent 1000 an essential tool for all IP decision makers.” The IAM Patent 1000 is available online at www.iam1000.com.

Richard Gering has over 20 years of experience providing consulting and expert witness services to clients with an emphasis on economic analysis and damages in complex commercial disputes and all forms of intellectual property – copyright, patents, trademark, trade secrets and trade dress. Economic consulting in intellectual property matters include, commercial success, lost profits, reasonable royalty, price erosion, convoyed sales and EMVR. He is a Certified Licensing Professional (CLP).

Richard J. Gering Recognized in IAM Patent 1000