Stefan Kohler and Lorenz Ehrler jointly spearhead VISCHER‘s ’proactive and client-oriented’ intellectual property practice, which possesses significant experience in undertaking patent and trade mark litigation. Kohler is well-versed in the pharma, biotech and medical tech sectors, handling a diverse range of issues from technology transfer and licensing to R&D co-operations, while Ehrler contributes his expertise in brand protection and trade mark matters to the practice. Rolf Auf Der Maur is particularly prominent in the media sector, being regularly entrusted by clients to assist with copyright and trade mark issues.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very diverse, and the people all complement each other with their different expertise. A seemingly overall low fluctuation of the team members ensures that long-term relationships can be formed and maintained. Every member we have worked with has a "play-to-win"-approach which was very appreciated by the legal team and our management.’
‘We have been working with Stefan Kohler on different projects, some of which have been challenging to deal with besides the day-to-day business. His legal experience, in-depth technical understanding and knowledge as well as a business mindset helped greatly in finding suitable legal solutions. It has always been a pleasure to work with him and his team.’
‘VISCHER demonstrated exceptional qualities in responsiveness, reliability, and flexibility. They consistently exhibited a proactive and client-oriented approach, ensuring that our collaboration progressed smoothly and efficiently.’
‘Excellent team of IP Lawyers.'
‘Stefan Kohler is a highly committed and competent attorney for litigation, but also for contractual issues. Fantastic to work with and they have a good instinct.'
‘I have the privilege of working with this exceptional legal team specialized in IP law. Their expertise and dedication is outstanding. They went above and beyond, providing me with top-notch service. Their skills and commitment to excellence truly set them apart. I highly recommend their services. They really go the extra mile.’
‘It is great working with Stefan Kohler, the exceptional team leader of a highly skilled and motivated lawyer team. Stefan's leadership is exemplary, driving his team to deliver outstanding results. The team's expertise and dedication are unmatched. I highly recommend Stefan and his team for their exceptional legal services.'
‘Vischer has a team that has a lot of experience in the IP market - in addition to international know-how also in the local Swiss market. Both are essential for us. What sets Vischer apart is the parallel expertise available in tax issues relating to the IP market. This reduces the interfaces in a project and helps keep administrative costs low.’
Key clients
- Netflix
- CH Media TV AG
- Swisscom
- MyTV AG
- Ten23 Health
- Delica AG
Work highlights
- Defended an action (provisional measure) against Ten23 Health at the Federal Patent Court.
- Advised Delica on a licensing and development collaboration agreement for Delica's new technology for an innovative coffee beverage system in which the coffee capsules are fully compostable.
- Represents Delica AG in the patent dispute on Nespresso-compatible aluminum coffee capsules before the Federal Patent Court and coordinates the parallel proceedings in Spain and Germany.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stefan Kohler, Lorenz Ehrler