Intellectual property

Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)

Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte) takes a ‘proactive approach to tackling complex cases,’ pleading trademark, patent and unfair competition disputes before the Austrian Supreme Court, the EUIPO and ECJ. Outside of the courtroom, the practice assists clients with the registration and ongoing management of their IP, including overseeing licensing agreements and IP transfers. A tripartite team of Michael Woller, an expert in both trademark, patent and false advertising litigation, Christian Schumacher, whose contentious trademarks practice covers inter alia colour and single letter marks, and Dominik Hofmarcher, whose workload encompasses unfair competition, trade secrets and trademark matters, heads the team.

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Testimonials

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‘They have been supporting us for years with the highest level of professional expertise and industry knowledge.’
‘Competent, flexible and quick in responding to our wishes and inquiries.’
‘What sets Schönherr apart is the team's deep understanding of national and international trademark law, coupled with their proactive approach to tackling complex cases.’
‘Christian Schumacher is one of the leading trademark attorneys in Austria. He has an in-depth knowledge of trademark law, in particular on non-traditional trademarks. His advice is quick, reliable and leaves no open questions. Dominik Hofmarcher is another outstanding trademark practitioner. He is a very strong and experienced litigator with a wealth of knowledge.’
‘The firm's IP practice is outstanding in terms of quality of legal services. Their output is not only to the point, but they also deliver the required guidance beyond legal advice. We especially like their communication skills and their problem-solving attitude. ’
‘Michael Woller and Dominik Hofmarcher stand out as excellent IP lawyers, who lead their field. They both have qualities that are unparalleled on the Austrian market.’
‘Outstanding expertise, very good availability. This refers especially to Birgit Kapeller-Hirsch and Christian Schuhmacher.’
‘Dominik Hofmarcher impresses through his cooperative and professionally competent manner. Questions are always dealt with to our complete satisfaction, promptly and competently. His professional knowledge is outstanding, even in the most unusual legal cases, and he always has solutions ready, even for the most difficult situations.’

Key clients

A-Nobis Sektkellerei
Albertina
Allianz
Anton Bruckner Privatuniversität
Arineo
Astl & Mucki
Auer-Blaschke
BKS Bank
Brau Union Österreich AG
Chanel
Danone
Deutsche Telekom
derStandard
Dominic Thiem
EGLO Leuchten GmbH
Erste Bank
EUIPO
Fassbinderei Klaus Pauscha
Gallup International Association
Gasteiner
Grand Production
Institute of Science and Technology
Lallemand
Louis Vuitton Malletier
Mast-Jägermeister
Microsoft
OMV AG
Power Horse Energy Drinks
Schlumberger
S.Spitz
STAMAG Stadlauer Malzfabrik
Tehnoexport
Uber
UNIQA Insurance Group AG
voestalpine Böhler Welding Group
Sony

Work highlights

Obtained an EU-wide preliminary injunction confirmed by the Supreme Court against the imitation by a discount private label product on behalf of Mast-Jägermeister.
Represented Uber B.V. and Uber Austria GmbH in a series of disputes with Taxi 40100, litigated under the unfair competition regime.
Represented Tehnoexport before the EUIPO Cancellation Division and Boards of Appeals, seeking the cancellation of the opposing party's trademarks on the grounds of bad faith.