As innovation accelerates in an increasingly connected global economy, AJ Park is marking 135 years of helping businesses protect, commercialise, and grow their ideas - positioning itself for the next era of intellectual property.
The milestone comes at a pivotal time for the firm, following the recent appointment of Managing Director Steve Mitchell, whose leadership signals a continued focus on growth, capability, and future-facing client support.
As I step into the role of Managing Director, our focus remains on being the IP firm of choice for New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. 135 years is an incredible achievement for a firm originating in New Zealand, and I want the service excellence, the professional capability, and the global reach that we have built to be the platform for further growth and a very long future
Steve Mitchell, Managing Director, AJ Park
For more than a century, AJ Park has stood alongside clients as they bring bold ideas to life. From groundbreaking technologies to the brands people know and trust, the firm has played a key role in safeguarding and strengthening innovation across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific Islands, and globally.
Over that time, AJ Park has built a global intellectual property network that enables it to support clients in an increasingly complex and interconnected marketplace. With reach extending across every corner of the world, the firm provides clients with the confidence that their ideas are protected and their ambitions supported as their businesses evolve.
The firm’s growth has mirrored the industries it serves, attracting leading talent across sectors including biotechnology, information technology, life sciences, mechanical and electrical engineering, and fast-moving consumer goods. Its specialists bring together multi-jurisdictional attorney qualifications, PhDs, and deep legal expertise - ensuring AJ Park remains at the forefront of intellectual property practice.
As it celebrates this milestone, AJ Park reflects on a legacy of protecting innovation while looking ahead to the opportunities and challenges shaping the future.
