In addition to litigation, Clifford Chance's patent expertise also includes licensing agreements as well as IP support for M&A transactions. The group impresses with its broad sector expertise, ranging from computer technology to pharmaceuticals and aerospace. Practice head Claudia Milbradt handles forensic patent matters as well as trade mark disputes and often appears in cross-border litigation. Tobias Hessel and Stefan Richter, both of whom are particularly experienced in the telecommunications, health and technology industries, are other key contacts.
Testimonials
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'Competence in patent law and accessibility, cooperation with the client.'
'Florian Reiling is outstanding in his way, extremely accomplished and competent and human at the same time. His friendly and open nature makes it easy to trust him.'
'Clifford Chance's IP practice is excellently positioned in the telecommunications sector.'
'Tobias Hessel has extensive experience in complex patent disputes and provides excellent strategic and legal advice.'
- 'Stefan Richter has excellent legal know-how and finds convincing solutions for even the most technically demanding cases.'
'Good cooperation between everyone involved.'
'Florian Reiling is an outstanding networker and problem-solver.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Claudia Milbradt