Intellectual property

Law Offices Patrinos & Kilimiris

Acting on behalf of Greek and international clients in addressing IP legal matters before the Greek administrative authorities, EUIPO and the Court of Justice of the European Union, the Law Offices Patrinos & Kilimiris team is highly regarded. The firm has a strong trade mark practice, in conjunction with a substantial offering in the patent litigation space. Constantinos Kilimiris and Maria Kilimiris jointly lead the Athens-based group, specialising in the pharmaceutical field and the filing and prosecution of trade marks.

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Testimonials

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‘This is an excellent IP firm, with deep knowledge of all IP related issues and a source of knowledge on all recent developments on IP Law and Practice. I think it stands out from all other firms in Greece that we have worked with so far, precisely because of their knowledge and expertise.’
‘The team at Patrinos and Kilimiris is beyond excellent. The individuals standing out are Konstantinos Kilimiris and Electra Kilimiris.’
‘They are skilled collaborators with a good knowledge of Greek IP. Their recommendations in cases are therefore relevant (from both an administrative and legal point of view). They follow up cases well and are responsive. The clarity with which files are managed and subsequent information (procedure and costs) is a strong point.’
‘Maria Kilimiris and Manolis Metaxakis have concluded several successful settlements for us and also brought our lawsuits to an successful end. Both support us with clear and straight to the point advice. They are always very cooperative and attentive to our needs.’
‘Our experience is defined in just one word: excellence. This is what identifies the firm's team. Reliable opinions and efficent and excellent quality work.’
‘Electra Kilimiri is a very sharp and direct professional, always looking for reliable solutions and very responsible in her work.’
‘Electra Kilimiri - Professional and responsive.’
‘Very well prepared and excellent work.’

Key clients

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Novartis AG
Pfizer, Inc.
Astra Zeneca AB
Gilead Sciences LLC
Amgen Inc.
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
Allergan Inc.
Yoplait Marques
Christian Louboutin
Solvay S.A.
The Procter & Gamble Co.
Hyundai Motor Co.
KIA Motor Corp.
HONDA Motor Co, Ltd.
Exxon Mobil Corporation
The Gillette Company
Total SA
IOC (International Olympic Committee)
Metro Goldwyn Myer Studios Inc.
Max Mara Fashion Group Srl
Conde Nast New Markets Europe/Africa, Inc.
Oracle America Inc.
Imperial Tobacco Limited
JTI (Japan Tobacco Industry Inc)
Tiktok Information Technologies UK Limited
7 Eleven Inc.
General Electric Technical Services Company, Inc.
Kerzner International Ltd.
Sugarfree SP z.oo
Holland & Barrrett Retail Ltd.
Tupperware Brands Corporation

Work highlights

Representing the Hellenic Republic before the EUIPO in a cancellation action against a trade mark registration in the name of an entity fully owned and controlled by the Turkish Republic.
Representing Novartis in preliminary injunction proceedings and proceedings on the merits against Greek and foreign generic companies.
Advising Chemours company on proceedings related to a seizure of 15.6 tons of suspected unauthorised refrigerants infringing valid patents or deemed illegal in the EU.

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