The IP team at Van Rappard Minneboo Klingenberg brings ‘outstanding knowledge’ of trade mark and copyright law to the table for its clients, while also advising on matters at the intersection of soft IP and IT, and associated contractual matters. Helmer Klingenberg is the key contact for all manner of IP-related contracts, with additional experience in tackling complex IP litigation, and acting on trade mark and copyright disputes, alongside Godert van Rappard, a first port of call for many collective rights organisations. Roald Minneboo specialises in online copyright matters.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'This IP law firm in The Netherlands is simply the best. If you need top-tier IP legal services in The Netherlands, it is the one to call.'

  • 'Helmer Klingenberg is dedicated, intelligent, pragmatic and passionate about the cases he handles.'

  • 'VRMK stands out for their personal and human approach, combined with outstanding knowledge and open and direct communication.'

  • 'Godert van Rappard understands and acts on our business and interests. He stands out in his knowledge of law and the process at hand.'

  • 'Van Rappard Minneboo Klingenberg is excellent for IP work. The partners are the best in the field.'

  • 'Helmer Klingenberg is one of the best IP lawyers out there. He is smart, strategic and very good in complex and sensitive situations.'

Key clients

  • Wunderman Thompson
  • FedEx Express
  • Pictoright
  • ACE
  • Circle Closet
  • Dynamic Credit
  • HealthMonks
  • Billy Grace
  • Simacan
  • De Club
  • Interpolis
  • EnerIso
  • Kumpany
  • Greenboy Group
  • Moongro
  • Bangma Verpakkingen
  • Spryng
  • Appical
  • Phrenos

Work highlights

  • Assisted Wunderman Thompson with questions revolving around trade marks, copyrights, online advertising and IP licensing agreements.
  • Acted for Pictoright in an international copyright infringement case against a large retailer and its suppliers.
  • Advised FedEx Express on the drafting and negotiating of a full range of commercial agreements that contain cross-border IP arrangements.

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.

Helmer Klingenberg, Godert van Rappard, Roald Minneboo