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Intellectual property

KWR Karasek Wietrzyk Rechtsanwälte GmbH

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In addition to advising clients on the ongoing management of their trade mark and copyright portfolios, KWR Karasek Wietrzyk Rechtsanwälte GmbH‘s ’outstanding team of specialists’ also takes on cancellation, opposition and unfair competition proceedings before the Austrian courts and EUIPO. Team lead Barbara Kuchar uses her ‘exceptional expertise’ to assist clients with challenges across the spectrum of hard and soft IP matters and is also well versed in the adjacent areas of advertising and e-commerce regulations.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The KWR trade mark team is an outstanding team of specialists, providing top service at all levels and helping to identify risks early on and take appropriate action in a timely manner.’

  • ‘What applies to the entire team applies in particular to Barbara Kuchar. Despite her heavy workload, her response time is very short and her support is highly professional.’

  • 'KWR stands out for its exceptional level of expertise and unique client focus. The team thoroughly examined our brand and branding strategy in great detail, making it clear that they are not only deeply knowledgeable but also highly invested in our success. We felt not just well-advised but genuinely included and understood throughout the entire process.'

  • 'Barbara Kuchar stands out for her exceptional expertise and genuine empathy. Her commitment to sustainable solutions and her clear presentation of options make complex issues easier to understand, empowering us to make the best possible decisions.'

Key clients

  • Münze Österreich
  • Comtech IT-Solutions
  • Peanuts Worldwide LLC
  • CTS Eventim GmbH (ÖTICKET)
  • Bübchen Bodycare GmbH
  • Diogenes Verlag AG
  • Austrian Chamber of Notaries
  • Roc8 GmbH
  • Prada S.A.
  • Ferring B.V.
  • Reckitt Benckiser
  • Intersport Austria GmbH
  • Apple Inc.
  • System 7 Railsupport GmbH
  • Loisium Holding GmbH
  • cargo-partner GmbH
  • ADA Möbelwerke GmbH
  • Sunpor Kunststoff GmbH
  • Petrus Advisers LLP

Work highlights

  • Appeared for Petrus Advisers LLP before the EUIPO in opposition proceedings against “PETRUS” trade marks for financial services.
  • Took on management of the VADEMECUM trade marks portfolio for Bübchen Bodycare GmbH in Austria.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Barbara Kuchar

Other key lawyers

Beatrice Blümel