JUVE Comment

The respected patents team at this small IP and pharma boutique has a solid place before Hamburg’s courts, where it predominantly litigates for regular clients. Kröner uses his in-depth pharmaceuticals sector expertise to advise Beiersdorf on cosmetics patents as well. Spiegelhalder litigates in cases related to mechanics patents, often for baby/doll carriage manufacturer Hauck, and coordinates international proceedings.

Strengths

Pharmaceuticals litigation, strong position before the Hamburg courts.

Recommended individuals

Dr. Lars Kröner, Dr. Torsten Spiegelhalder.

Team

2 partners, 1 of counsel

Practice

Mainly litigation focusing on trademarks and unfair competition and pharma advertising law. Strong presence in the pharmaceuticals and healthcare sector. In patents, primarily litigation, licenses and strategic advice.

Clients

Beiersdorf regarding sun cream; Hauck regarding doll carriages and licensing negotiations for baby carriages; Pure Fishing against Shimano regarding fishing poles; Schüco concerning building facades.