The IP experts at Harmsen Utescher advise German and international trademark associations, associations and distributors on pharmaceutical, food and cosmetics law issues. In addition to marketability of new products and labeling issues, the team's competencies also include expertise in the advertising of food and cosmetic products. Practice head Rainer Kaase has particular experience in German and international trademark law and is also well versed in pharmaceutical, medical, food and cosmetics law, while John-Christian Plate, who focuses on pharmaceutical and food law, regularly leads in court proceedings, as was recently demonstrated in an ongoing case regarding e-cigarettes. Till Lampel offers longstanding experience in trademark and competition law.
Key clients
- Amecke
- DEK Deutsche Extrakt Kaffee GmbH
Work highlights
- Advice to Amecke and representation in all food law matters across the entire product range.
- Representation of the Austrian food manufacturer GUNZ in food law complaint and fine proceedings, in particular on labeling issues according to HCVO, LMIV and product-related special laws.