LAUSEN is regularly instructed on copyright, trademark and competition law matters and is experienced in representing clients in disputes regarding unlicensed content and the enforcement of IP rights. The practice is well versed in the streaming sector, where Lorenz Haidinger advises on the licensing of music rights to streaming and digital platforms, as well as supporting the development of new streaming content. Founding partner Matthias Lausen focuses on copyright matters and advises on licensing negotiations as well as transactions, while Kerstin Bäcker is a key contact for AI and NFT-related matters. Marco Jung, who focuses on live entertainment, heads the firm’s new Berlin location since February 2024.
Testimonials
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'Matthias Lausen and Lorenz Haidinger have extensive experience in negotiating with digital online services, e.g. YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, etc. Matthias Lausen has been conducting these negotiations for decades and enjoys a high reputation in the market. Lorenz Haidinger is an extremely talented young lawyer who works independently. '
'Matthias Lausen: Extensive experience in copyright law. Has handled sensitive legal cases with political implications. Understands the political framework in which his clients operate. Lorenz Haidinger: Young lawyer who quickly immersed himself in the world of online negotiations. Today he is one of the most competent lawyers for negotiations with international online service providers. '
Key clients
- Constantin Film AG
- Fraktion BÜNDNIS 90/DIE GRÜNEN im bayerischen Landtag
Work highlights
- Comprehensive advice to Thinxpool TV GmbH/MyTeam TV on all relevant television matters.
- Representation of Nikita Ventures GmbH in a lawsuit against TikTok Technology Limited for using film content without a license.