Led by Christian Harmsen, Bird & Bird's practice covers the entire spectrum of trade mark matters and also provides expertise in copyright, design and competition issues if necessary. Frederik Thiering and Richard Dissmann are other key contacts and both experienced in litigation and strategic advice.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team also oversees IP-related legal areas, competition and data protection inquiries and offers a holistic consulting service.'

  • 'Working with the team is uncomplicated and efficient. Suggested solutions are developed quickly and communicated in an appropriate manner. The focus is on opportunity-oriented legal advice.'
  • 'Pragmatic solutions, “think outside the box” mentality, uncomplicated and binding.'

  • 'The colleagues at Bird & Bird have always demonstrated great flexibility and availability, and their incredibly broad network and broad specialist knowledge have contributed significantly to the resolution of numerous cases.'

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Christian Harmsen

Other key lawyers

Joseph Fesenmair, Uwe Lüken, Richard Dissmann, Frederik Thiering, Mascha Grundmann, Markus Körner, Marion Jacob, Roman Brtka