Praised for its ‘professional and personal knowledge of the sectors in which it operates, such as the fashion, design and entertainment industries’, Monard law, joined by Buyle is well placed to handle copyright, trade mark and IP-related distribution issues; the unit also handles investigations into potential IP infringements. Ghent-based co-head Stephane Criel’s varied practice extends to expertise in arbitration and mediation cases concerning domain names. In Brussels, fellow co-head Daan De Jaeger‘s contentious prowess is sought after by the likes of Rolex and Napoleon Games. Willem De Vos is praised for his ’tons of experience and tremendous qualities as a litigator’.
Testimonials
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‘The greatest strength of this team is undoubtedly its extensive experience-driven, professional and personal knowledge of the sectors in which it operates, such as the fashion, design and entertainment industries.’
‘Daan De Jaeger works at an exceptionally high level and always strives for the best solution in every case. His vast experience, sector and people knowledge, and tactical proficiency are his best assets.'
'Willem De Vos is a senior associate in Daan De Jaeger's team with tons of experience and tremendous qualities as a litigator. He knows the tricks of the trade and can bring procedures to a successful conclusion like no other.'
Key clients
- Rolex S.A. & Rolex Benelux
- Tudor
- Bottega Veneta
- Nike
- Christian Dior Couture
- Tomorrowland (WEAREONE.world)
- Napoleon Games
- Eurautomat
- Astara (Hyundai, Suzuki, Isuzu, SsangYong)
- D’Ieteren (Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Skoda)
- Grandeco Wallfashion Group
- The Nicklaus Companies
- Vanwall Racing Team (Vanwall GmbH & ByKolles)
- Pog&Co
- IPL Loomans
- Nutrisan
- Landal
- The Belgian Entertainment Association
Work highlights
- Responsible for the anti-counterfeiting practices of Rolex & Tudor in the Benelux region: from small customs procedures to landmark litigation cases.
- Assisting WEAREONE.world with a wide variety of intellectual property, privacy, commercial and contractual matters, including the distribution of intellectual rights to new concepts.
- Representing Vanwall Gmbh (formerly PMC GmbH) and ByKolles GmbH against Sanderson International Marketing and Vanwall 1958 regarding the use of the “Vanwall” racing team name.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Daan De Jaeger, Stephane Criel