Stibbe complements its focus on national and multi-jurisdictional IP litigation with advice on matters such as IP structurings and technology transfers. Patent, trade secret, and copyright mandates are notable areas of strength for the team. Team co-head Ignace Vernimme‘s broad IP expertise is prized by clients from a varied spectrum of sectors ranging from the pharmaceuticals space to the fashion industry. Fellow co-head Philippe Campolini frequently handles patent and trade mark litigation for clients in the life sciences and medical devices industries. Drafting IP clauses in contracts is a staple of Louis Bidaine’s practice.

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Work highlights

Obtained a judgement entirely in favour of Hoya Surgical Optics, revoking Alcon’s patent in its entirety for the Belgian territory.
Represented ArcelorMittal in patent entitlement proceedings initiated by Tata Steel before the Luxemburg District Court.
Representing Belmoca in a pan-European patent infringement case brought by Jacobs Douwe Egberts.

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