Crowell & Moring provides a wide array of international and domestic IP services, with expertise in multi-jurisdictional IP disputes, IP enforcement, and structuring and implementing IP transactions. IP portfolio management is another strength of the firm. Kristof Roox leads the team, with a focus on patent litigation linked to the life sciences sector. Also of note within the practice is Jan-Diederik Lindemans, with specific expertise in infringement proceedings. Sari Depreeuw frequently advises Belgian and international clients on copyright and software issues, and ‘thanks to her academic background, combines such extensive theoretical knowledge with an equally strong practical, hands-on approach’.
Testimonials
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‘Kristof Roox is a major player in Europe, committed to winning. Jan-Diederik Lindemans is a strong leader.’
‘Crowell & Moring know what they are doing and know how to help us protect our IP. They always go beyond what we expect and are very clear, competent and quick.’
Key clients
- McDonalds
- Jack Daniel's
Work highlights
- Represented McDonald's in copyright proceedings against a Belgian fast food restaurant that was using pictures of McDonald's products to market its food.
- Developed a pan-EU enforcement strategy for Whirlpool, owner of the iconic KitchenAid-brand, to push copycat stand mixer producers and resellers out of the market.