BarentsKrans represents clients in multi-jurisdictional copyright and trade mark disputes, assisting with infringement and counterfeiting matters, in addition to providing non-contentious and transactional IP advice. ‘Top-notch IP lawyer’ Jaap Bremer heads the practice, with a focus on the food and beverages, telecoms and retail sectors, frequently appearing before the Dutch courts and EUIPO on their behalf. Jan Jacobi joined the practice from an in-house role in August 2023, specialising in contentious IP matters in the fashion and fast-moving consumer good sectors. Marleen van den Horst moved to La Gro in February 2023.
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Testimonials
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- 'Jaap Bremer is extremely strategic, sophisticated, smart and business-oriented and has always taken the time to fully understand our business objectives. Jaap is a top-notch IP lawyer with an outstanding track record.'
- 'The trade mark, copyright and design rights practice is first class, with particular skills in cross-border issues.'
- 'Jaap Bremer is highly skilled and a cross-border specialist.'
- 'Jaap Bremer is in a class of his own. He is someone who always tries to find practical solutions. He is also able to translate complex matters into simple terms so that the business understands what the issues are.'
Key clients
- Hewlett Packard Enterprise
- Koninklijke KPN
- Meta Technologies (Oculus)
- Global
- Huisman Equipment
- Heutink
- Palm Fruits
- Delta Nuts
- IPV Delft creatieve ingenieurs
- Loesdau (Cheval de Luxe)
Work highlights
- Represented Hewlett-Packard Enterprise in trade mark enforcement litigation against an independent European reseller.
- Acted for a telecoms provider in a misleading advertising dispute with a competitor.
- Represented a confectionery brand in a trade mark enforcement action against various infringing parties.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jaap Bremer