Michael Fammler
Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie advises companies on trade mark issues in both a transactional and contentious context. The team is particularly in demand for advice on trade mark strategies in the course of M&A transactions and carve-outs and also impresses with close cooperation with its IT, data protection and telecommunications colleagues. Practice head Michael Fammler focuses on trade mark and competition law, where he regularly assists with the management of global trade mark portfolios, licensing agreements and contentious matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Baker McKenzie is committed to understanding its clients' business and market in order to provide them with the most practical legal advice possible.'
'Michael Fammler's team is well connected internationally, including in other specialist disciplines. Highly recommended, especially for licensing agreements and trade mark disputes.'
'Michael Fammler is a prudent, experienced brand specialist. Easily accessible, reliable and extremely competent, he looks for pragmatic solutions for his clients.'
Key clients
- BAT (British American Tobacco / Batmark)
- Calvin Klein
- Cassina
- Columbia Sportswear
- CSL Behring
- GE
- Grundfos
- Quiris
- Leica Microsystems
- SAP
- Unilever
Work highlights
- Representation of Calvin Klein in a cross-border, contentious trade mark case (Poland and Germany, Hamburg Regional Court) concerning the import of more than 100,000 textiles.
- Advising Mercedes Benz on a trade mark licensing agreement relating to a branded real estate project, including contract negotiations with the counterparty.
- IP advice to Aurelius Group with a focus on trade mark and software copyrights, on the acquisition of the LSG SkyChefs business from Lufthansa.
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Michael Fammler