With offices in Bremen, Hamburg, Berlin and Munich, Eisenführ Speiser advises both German and international clients, including companies from the US, Japan, China and Switzerland. The group not only specialises in the registration of patents and utility models, but also impresses with a powerful litigation practice; alongside its traditional advice on intellectual property rights applications and representation before the DPMA and the EPO, it further carries out freedom-to-operate searches. The practice's technical focus includes mechanical engineering and medical technology, both of which are a focus for Lars Birken and Fabian Fegers, as well as chemistry and information technology, which form part of Holger Veenhuis' consulting portfolio. Stefan Wiethoff (electrical, information and medical technology as well as optics) made partner in January 2024.
Testimonials
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'Fabian Fegers is an outstanding patent lawyer who does very good work both technically and substantively.'
'The team under Manuel Söldenwagner is always at our side with help and advice. You always have the feeling that they are our top priority.'
Key clients
- BASF SE
- Big Dutchman GmbH
Work highlights
- Representation of Symrise AG in extensive disputes and negotiations against several competitors before the EPO, winning a series of nine oppositions at first instance.
- Representation of Philips in several oppositions before the EPO against competitors such as Brainlab AG and Medela AG as well as other competitors in the field of artificial intelligence in medical technology.