The group at CMS is headed up by experienced IP litigator Rogier de Vrey, who is experienced handling international trademark and patent matters, particularly in relation to life sciences, media, and sports. Advising on the enforcement and protection of patents are key areas of focus for the team, in which Yasar Çelebi is a key contact.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘They have an international network whilst remaining very much a local advisor.'

  • ‘Rogier de Vrey is an excellent communicator and Yasar Celebi is the ideal team player to ensure things get done.’

  • 'The team is approachable and always willing to think along. The CMS team also boasts a pleasant down-to-earth feel.'

Key clients

  • Paramount
  • Comcast (NBC Universal, SKY)
  • Colgate-Palmolive
  • Warner Bros Discovery (WBD)
  • UEFA
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Primark
  • Roku
  • Guess
  • Global (media)
  • Amgen
  • Sony (Europe)
  • Shiseido (BPI)
  • Vattenfall
  • Royal BAM Group
  • IBM
  • Royal Ahrend
  • Kiremko
  • Syngenta
  • Toyota
  • Louwman
  • ASR
  • CitizenM
  • Plus Retail

Work highlights

  • Represented the client against Avery Dennison Corporation and its Dutch subsidiary in a breakthrough trade secret infringement action and patent entitlement action.
  • Advised the client in its acquisition of all shares in the capital of Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center (International) B.V..
  • Represented Kiremko in a substantial number of patent infringement and invalidity proceedings initiated by its competitor Tomra.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rogier de Vrey

Other key lawyers

Yasar Çelebi