Although McDermott Will & Emery Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater LLP focuses on the automotive and healthcare sectors, the group also acts for clients in the electronics and chemical industries. Under the leadership of Boris Uphoff, whose expertise spans patents, trade marks and competition, the team frequently handles cross-border proceedings, particularly with regard to the US. Henrik Holzapfel's competencies include SEP-related forensic patent matters.

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  • 'Lean and targeted structure. Broad competencies.'
  • 'Flexibility. Good understanding of industry needs. Pragmatic approach. Excellent presentation skills using language that is understandable even to non-lawyers.'
  • 'Henrik Holzapfel is an outstanding and exceptional lawyer in every respect. He is extremely competent, very committed and enjoys our complete trust.'
  • 'They are so proactive and provide valuable recommendations to clients. They keep clients informed about cases and court decisions.'
  • 'Henrik Holzapfel is very active and thinks through all possible scenarios with his clients in mind. His recommendations are very creative.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Boris Uphoff

Other key lawyers

Henrik Holzapfel, Steffen Woitz