As a European IP boutique, Bardehle Pagenberg is a popular address for internationally active corporations, which the group advises across the entire spectrum of competition issues, ranging from the development of advertising concepts and marketing strategies to representation in cross-border disputes. The practice is jointly headed by Philipe Kutschke, who is experienced across the whole array of soft IP matters, and Claus Eckhartt, who specialises in counterfeit protection, licensing agreements and merchandising. Key contacts also include Pascal Böhner, who often advises clients from the entertainment, fashion and sports sectors and focuses on domain name law and copyright protection under competition law.
Key clients
- Genuins S.L.
- GHI Inc
- Gardena GmbH
- PENTA SHOES SL
Work highlights
- Representation of GHI Inc. in competition proceedings before the Frankfurt Higher Regional Court.
- Advising Gardena on competition law issues.
- Representing PENTA SHOES SL in a series of disputes against Birkenstock for alleged infringement of rights concerning numerous shoe models.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Claus Eckhartt, Philipe Kutschke