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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