KLAKA Rechtsanwälte is a renowned IP boutique known for its expertise in contentious trade mark and design law proceedings before courts, the DPMA and the EUIPO. Here, its expertise is called upon by a wide spectrum of sectors, ranging from automotive, pharmaceuticals and fashion to energy and luxury goods. The group also assists clients with the management and expansion of international trade mark portfolios. Trade mark, design and competition lawyer Ralf Hackbarth heads the practice and further enjoys an excellent reputation for his expertise in geographical indications of origin and domain law. Designations of origin as well as geographic indications of origin also represent a significant part of Carola Onken's skill set, which she frequently applies in registration and objection proceedings at German and European level. Andreas Schulz impresses with experience in food and drug-related issues, while Stefan Abel often acts for French clients.
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'Very pleasant, flexible, uncomplicated and solution-oriented cooperation. The solutions proposed are well thought out and tailored to the client's needs.'
'Ralf Hackbarth: Excellent trade mark lawyer, very pleasant to deal with; offers targeted and well thought-out solutions. Maneuver through complex proceedings with a great overview.'
- 'Florian Schmidt-Sauerhöfer: Very well versed in trade mark law; professional, competent and solution-oriented advice.'
Key clients
- Adelholzener Alpenquellen GmbH
- Bayerische Motoren Werke AG
- Beiersdorf AG
- Börlind Gesellschaft f. kosmetische Erzeugnisse mbH
- Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne
- Continentale Versicherungsverbund
- Deichmann SE
- Deutscher Fußball Bund e.V.
- Dürr Technik GmbH & Co. KG
- Elatec GmbH
- Finori GmbH
- Heinrich Hugendubel GmbH & Co. KG
- KfW
- Lackmann Fleisch- und Feinkostfabrik GmbH
- Longchamp S.A.S., Paris
- Nestlé Deutschland AG
- Nestlé Nutrition GmbH
- MAGGI GmbH
- NOMOS Glashütte/SA Roland Schwertner KG
- NÜRNBERGER Versicherungen
- Poulsen Roser AS
- Reusch International SpA
- Snipes SE
- UBS AG
- UniCredit Bank AG
- YOUR NOW Holding GmbH
Work highlights
- Trade mark and design law support for BMW AG in infringement proceedings as well as before the EUIPO and DPMA.
- Representing Beiersdorf AG in trade mark proceedings, including enforcing trade marks such as 'Nivea', 'Labello' and 'Eucerin' before the DPMA.
- Advising and representing Deichmann SE on trade mark and design registrations, trade mark and design proceedings, licensing law, trade mark transactions and infringement proceedings.
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Ralf Hackbarth