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Boehmert & Boehmert Offices
KURFURSTENDAMM 185
10707 BERLIN
Germany
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Intellectual property > Patent prosecution Tier 2
As one of the most active practices in the patent filing and administration sphere, Boehmert & Boehmert has developed a reputation as a leading IP entity that covers an extremely broad range of technologies and sectors, ranging from robotics and publishing to physics and environmental technology. In addition, thanks to an extensive Best Friends network and its offices in Alicante, Paris and Shanghai, the group is an attractive choice for globally active clients. Markus Engelhard, who focuses on life sciences, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, regularly acts in nullity and opposition proceedings and is particularly well versed in matters pertaining to active pharmaceutical ingredients and therapeutic biomolecules, while Daniel Herrmann primarily assists with establishing and defending patent portfolios in the technology sector. In September 2022, mechanical engineering specialists Nils Schmid, Florian Malescha and Paul Schieler as well as David Kuttenkeuler and Jan Krauss, who both specialise in biotechnology and life sciences, left the team to found IP boutique SKM-IP. Furthermore, Dennis Kretschmann was appointed judge of the UPC in June 2023.Other key lawyers:
Markus Engelhard; Daniel Herrmann; Karl-Heinz Metten; Heinz Goddar; Dennis Kretschman
Key clients
NovaTec GmbH
Friedhelm Loh Group
Biocopy GmbH
Beumer GGroup
BAUERandMORE GmbH
Naber GmbH
Gira Giersiepen GmbH
Borgers SE
Samsung Bioepis
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Qurient Co., Ltd.
Ise Individuelle Software und Elektronik GmbH
Mikron Tool SA
M. Neemann OGH
Polytech Health
wallPen GmbH
QVC
Lupus-Electronics GmbH
Fraport AG
Ab Initio
Wacom Co. Ltd
SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.
Aptar Freyung GmbH
AptarGroup
Antpool Technologies Ltd.
Bitmain Technologies Ltd.
Matthews International GmbH
Silicon Laboratories
Proline Systems GmbH
Aphria Deutschland GmbH
RWTH Aachen University
Blink AG
Novo Nordisk A/S
AiCuris AG
Nucleus Medical GmbH
Work highlights
- Advising FRAPORT on patent applications before the EPO, the DPMA and abroad.
- Advising Raylase GmbH comprehensively on all IP matters and patent applications.
- Management of the BAUERandMORE GmbH portfolio as well as EP registrations and PCT subsequent registrations.
Intellectual property > Patent litigation: patent lawyers Tier 3
As a mixed law and patent law firm, Boehmert & Boehmert handles disputes seamlessly from a single source and often does so in the context of infringement and nullity proceedings, although opposition and appeal proceedings also form part of its expertise. Main contacts include Christian Appelt (physics, mechanical engineering, electronics, computer technology), Dennis Kretschmann (physics, electrical engineering, optics, IT) and Felix Hermann (communications technology, audio and video coding, software, digital payment systems). At the end of 2022, patent attorneys Nils Schmid, Jan Krauss, David Kuttenkeuler, Florian Malescha and Paul Schieler left to found IP boutique SKM-IP.Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Cersanit Group
Beauty Union Global Ltd.
Wonderland Nurserygoods Limited
Work highlights
- Representation of Cersanit Group in patent infringement and nullity proceedings regarding the flow properties of toilet bowls.
- Advising Beauty Union Global Ltd. on the enforcement of European patents against numerous suppliers and manufacturers in the field of cosmetic products, especially refillable perfume bottles, in Germany and other European countries.
- Representing Wonderland Nurserygoods Ltd. in patent litigation against several competitors.
Intellectual property > Trade marks Tier 3
IP boutique Boehmert & Boehmert offers comprehensive advice on trade marks, including portfolio management as well as IP right enforcement and defense. The firm is active in the consumer goods, food, media and pharmaceutical sectors, among others, and acts from its national locations as well as its offices in Alicante, Paris and Shanghai, which the practice involves in cross-border matters. Carl-Richard Haarmann's IP expertise extends to trade mark, patent and licensing law, while Rudolf Böckenholt covers design law as well as trade marks.Other key lawyers:
Rudolf Böckenholt; Andreas Dustmann; Silke Freund; Sebastian Engels; Eckhard Ratjen; Carl-Richard Haarmann
Testimonials
‘Eckhard Ratjen is our preferred contact for strategic trade mark advice.’
‘Excellent strategic and operational advice across all areas of trade marks, including related topics such as competition, copyright, name or domain law.’
‘Very well connected internationally with competent foreign correspondent lawyers.’
‘Rudolf Böckenholt is impressive and eloquent both professionally and personally.’
Key clients
FRAPORT AG
Schiesser GmbH
Huawei Technologies Deutschland
Media-Saturn Holding GmbH
BLG Kardesler GmbH
Imtron GmbH
JPL Global Inc.
Hoya Corportaion
Commerzbank AG
Pentax Mediacl Co. Ltd.
WOW Tech Group
Telefunken Licenses GmbH
Beauty Sweeties GmbH
NOVOLUTO GmbH
Staatliches Hofbräuhaus
The Walt Disney Company
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
Daichi Sankyo Co., Ltd
MGM
Minitüb GmbH
Zech-Gruppe
Arnold André
Super 73
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für künstliche Intelligenz
Newell Brands
Zech Umwelt
Work highlights
- Representation of Kardesler GmbH in numerous trade mark infringement proceedings against BAKTAT GmbH.
- Advising FRAPORT AG on all patent and trade mark issues as well as licensing agreements.
- Advising Super 73 on all IP matters and in particular on building a trade mark and design portfolio in the EU.
Intellectual property > Patent litigation: solicitors Tier 4
The litigation practice of IP boutique Boehmert & Boehmert is an experienced advisor to German medium-sized companies and large international corporations in vindication and infringement proceedings among other matters. In disputes before German and European institutions, the practice is frequently supported by its team of patent lawyers. Carl-Richard Haarmann, who focuses on patent as well as on trade mark law, jointly heads the practice with Michael Rüberg, whose expertise includes the coordination of cross-border disputes.Practice head(s):
Carl-Richard Haarmann; Michael Rüberg
Key clients
JVC Kenwood Corporation
MT.DERM GmbH
Universität Heidelberg
Hörmann KG Brockhagen
M.E. Dorcas SL
Bundesdruckerei GmbH
MED-EL
Rittal GmbH
Beauty Union
Polytech Health GmbH
Bossauto SA
Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
JOMA Dämmstoffwerk GmbH
Sprick GmbH Bielefelder Papier- und Wellpappenwerke & Co
Franz Mensch GmbH
Minitüb GmbH
Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
Dark Sky GmbH
Zech Umwelt
QVC
Beumer
Work highlights
- Represented JVC Kenwood Corporation in numerous patent litigation matters, particularly in connection with the enforcement of standard-essential patents against competitors.
- Representation of MED-EL in the German court proceedings against Advanced Bionics as well as in the ongoing appeal proceedings.
Media > Entertainment Tier 5
Boehmert & Boehmert's copyright group supports clients from the music and film industries as well as software companies in copyright and data protection issues, including interfacing IT and trademark matters. Practice head Martin Schaefer primarily assists with anti-piracy and IP protection and regularly acts in copyright proceedings. Sebastian Engels and Eckhard Ratjen are key contacts for IT and e-commerce issues, while Silke Freund focuses on trademark portfolio management.Practice head(s):
Martin Schaefer
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Dr. Martin Schaefer is an ace in music law.’
‘Boehmert & Boehmert are highly efficient, fast and excellent at working together in every respect.’
‘Martin Schaefer is the go-to person for precise legal and business analyzes paired with clever and practical solutions.’
Key clients
Ise Individuelle Software und Elektronik GmbH
mySWOOP GmbH
Olympiastadion Berlin
SHP Anlagemanagement Aktiengesellschaft
Work highlights
- Advising the e-commerce company mySWOOP GmbH on the development of IT framework agreements.
Boehmert & Boehmert > Firm Profile
The firm: BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT is one of the largest legal practices in Germany, specialising in intellectual property.
Patent attorneys and attorneys at- aw work together in the fields of industrial property law, copyright and related areas. Patent attorneys at BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT deal with obtaining, defending and asserting patents, utility models and design patents, as well as advising on the composition and conclusion of licensing and co-operation agreements. They have expertise in all natural and engineering sciences, including mechanical and electrical engineering, material science, pharmaceutical and polymer chemistry, biochemistry, nano technology, as well as semi-conductor and software technology.
BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT’s client portfolio includes worldwide corporations and leading companies in Germany and abroad, as well as numerous German medium-sized companies, inventors, writers, artists and associations. The firm acts for various clients from Japan, China and the US in domestic and cross-border litigation, arbitration, mediation and licensing contracts. BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT is internationally orientated, and has at its disposal a network of tried and tested patent attorneys and intellectual property lawyers across the whole world.
Areas of practice: Patent law: one of the key areas of activity for BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT since the firm’s founding more than 90 years ago. Patent attorneys, with a broad range of experience, assist clients in the preparation of patent applications and design patent applications, as well as advice and consultation in infringement cases, and the creation of licensing agreements.
Trade mark law: belongs to the firm’s core business. Its attorneys at law are involved in national and international organisations, and are proven experts in the field. The strength of the firm’s expertise has been further displayed by the fact that, for many years, BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT belongs alongside the German law firms with the most German and EU trade mark applications. BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT’s advisory services cover the whole spectrum of trade mark-related matters.
Copyright law: a long tradition at BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT The attorneys possess extensive experience and a high level of expertise in all advisory matters across the diverse creative areas. The firm advises clients in all aspects of copyright law, publishing law and media law.