Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer
Kvale Advokatfirma DAThe ‘effective and thorough’ Marie Vaale-Hallberg heads up Kvale Advokatfirma DA’s intellectual property offering, which attracts praise for its ‘unique’ industry knowledge. The group has notable expertise in advising leading food and beverage companies on trade mark matters, counting leading Norwegian agricultural cooperatives Tine and Nortura among its clients. The team also has a presence in the tech industry, as well as the life sciences and offshore sectors. Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer takes point on contentious matters and has a strong track record in advising on patent litigation in the pharma space.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is directed by Marie Vaale Hallberg, who is a leading expert with regard to food law.’
‘Marie Vaale-Hallberg: effective and thorough, gives high-quality advice and is an excellent communicator. Marie is an excellent adviser in much more than IPR, in particular with regard to general, commercial agreements within our industry. She also deserves to be recommended with regard to dispute resolution with regard to IPR in commercial matters.’
‘What makes Kvale's IP team unique is the in-depth knowledge of the industry. In addition, Kvale's team delivers fast and is very pleasant to work with.'
‘Marie Vaale-Hallberg is my go-to lawyer for IP and marketing law issues. She has very good knowledge of the industry, delivers fast, and knows the relevant law.’
‘Kvale's IPR team has a strong background in intellectual property law. This includes excellent knowledge and expertise in patents, trade marks, copyrights, trade secrets, and related areas. Kvale tailors its services to meet its clients' specific needs, including personalised strategies, regular communication, and a commitment to achieving our objectives as a client.’
‘Marie Vaale-Hallberg has a deep understanding of intellectual property law and combines her skills with a commercial mindset. She has the ability to think critically and find creative solutions to legal challenges. It is easy to work with her and she understands the clients' needs.’
Key clients
- Viatris
- TwoDay
- Einride
- Brødrene Ekornes Industri
- Compusoft
- Elkjøp/Dixons Carphone
- Teqball Holding
- Mills
- Pfizer
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Altibox
- Unilever
- Nortura
- Sandoz
- Renolit
- Telia
- Universal Music
- TINE
- Ferring
- Diplom-Is
- Car-Freshener Corporation
- Orifarm
- Kreativt Forum
- Ridestore Holding
- The Lovesac Company
- M Vest Water
- Owkin
Work highlights
- Representing Viatris in revocation and infringement proceedings in relation to Biogen's patent for a method of treating multiple sclerosis.
- Acting as main legal advisers on all aspects of intellectual property for TINE.
- Advising MVW on a global patenting strategy and on technology acquisitions, in and out-bound intellectual property licensing, R&D agreements, distribution arrangements and contentious matters.
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Marie Vaale-Hallberg