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Uexküll & Stolberg Offices
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22607 HAMBURG
Germany
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Uexküll & Stolberg > The Legal 500 Rankings
Intellectual property > Patent prosecution Tier 2
Patent grant procedures and patent applications form the core of Uexküll & Stolberg's advice portfolio, which is predominantly called upon by German and international medium-sized companies and large corporations. This expertise is complemented by a strong litigation practice which is experienced in opposition and nullity proceedings before German and European authorities and courts. The technical focus rests on three pillars: chemistry and pharmacology, with Peter Franck and Bernd Janssen as key contacts, biotechnology and life sciences which are covered by Albrecht von Menges and André Guder, as well as electronics and mechanical engineering; matters related to the latter areas are frequently handled by Johannes Ahme and Lars Manke, among others.Practice head(s):
Peter Franck; Bernd Janssen; Albrecht von Menges
Other key lawyers:
Johannes Ahme; André Guder; Lars Manke; Helmut van Heesch; Bernd Christian Janssen; Ulrich Maria Gross
Testimonials
‘Professional expertise, years of experience, a good, discreet network, empathy, comprehensive advice and years of trustworthy cooperation.’
‘Uexküll & Stolberg delivers high quality advice. Most importantly, they produce positive outcomes for the client and are particularly good at relating to materials science and chemistry-related technologies.’
‘Uexküll & Stolberg is able to realise projects in the shortest possible time.’
‘In-depth project knowledge and technical know-how, international network and reasonable prices.’
‘Practical, timely and strategic advice.’
‘Bernd Janssen is an excellent practitioner who works creatively and methodically.’
Key clients
Ferring Holding B.V.
Tiny Technologies
Johnson & Johnson
Monsanto/Bayer
Chr. Hansen
ExxonMobil
Amgen Inc.
Janssen Pharmaceutical
Tchibo
Seald Air
Amcol Intern. Corporation
Beiersdorf AG
Microjet Technology
Big Ben SA
ABB K. K.
Albermale
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Desitin
W. R. Grace & Co.
Ivoclar
Komori Corporation
Kongsberg Automotive
KRKA
Medac
Ohly GmbH
Poly-med
TuTech Innovation Hamburg
Heitkamp & Thumann KG
Work highlights
- Ongoing strategic advice to Ferring Holding SA on portfolio management and the drafting of European and international patent applications.
- Advising ExxonMobil on the drafting of European and international patent applications.
- Advising Chr. Hansen on the drafting of European and international patent applications as well as representation in patent grant proceedings and opposition proceedings before the EPO.
Intellectual property > Patent litigation: patent lawyers Tier 3
US Fortune 500 companies, international and German start-ups, companies, research institutions and universities rely on Uexküll & Stolberg's expertise in patent dispute resolution. Clients are represented before domestic and European offices and courts, such as the DPMA and EPO, and frequently in opposition proceedings. Practice areas are divided according to discipline: Peter Franck signs responsible for chemistry, Bernd Janssen for technology and Albrecht von Menges heads the biotechnology group.Practice head(s):
Peter Franck; Bernd Janssen; Albrecht von Menges
Key clients
Amgen Inc.
ExxonMobil
Monsanto/Bayer
Janssen Pharmaceutical
Johnson&Johnson
Ivoclar
Bristol-Myers-Squibb / Pfizer
KRKA
Medac
Sealed Air
W.R. Grace
Big Ben
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Chr. Hansen A/S
Boehringer Ingelheim
Ohly GmbH
Work highlights
- Representation of the Bristol Myers-Squibb/Pfizer alliance in several opposition proceedings before the European Patent Office (EPO) against up to eleven opponents.
- Representing Amgen as patent holder in four opposition proceedings before the EPO and in preliminary injunction proceedings in Düsseldorf and Munich against a number of generic drug manufacturers.
- Representation of Ohly GmbH in opposition proceedings before the EPO against patent EP 3 222 156 of Japanese company TableMark Co., Ltd.
Intellectual property > Trade marks Tier 5
Uexküll & Stolberg advises clients from various sectors on contentious proceedings as well as on availability research, strategic issues and product piracy. Practice head Frank Dettmann is a key contact for companies in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors.Practice head(s):
Frank Dettmann
Other key lawyers:
Alexander Thünken; Ulrich-Maria Gross
Testimonials
‘I have nothing but praise for Uexküll & Stolberg, who have helped us with a number of trade mark matters in Germany and across the EU.’
‘Trade marks are complicated, but Uexküll & Stolberg has extensive expertise and provided me with very clear and informative legal opinions on which I can base a decision.’
‘Alexander Thünken has first-class knowledge of trade marks, but what I particularly appreciate is his ability to provide concise legal advice to someone like me who has no understanding of the subject.’
‘Alexander Thünken is a very reliable contact for all trade mark matters.’
Key clients
ASICS Corporation
ASICS Europe B.V.
Black and Veach Holding Company
Tiffany & Company
KYMCO or Kwang Yang Motor Co, Ltd
Mary Kay Inc.
Dr. Wolff Gruppe
Duracell Batteries BVBA
DEKRA e.V. Ca.
AXXO Im- und Export GmbH
KRKA
GALENpharma GmbH
Roots Corporation
W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
GeVeMa GmbH
Helm AG
Rehaforum GmbH
Donkey Products
J. J. Darboven
Behn Getränke GmbH
Kalorimeta GmbH
noventic GmbH
Work highlights
- Advice and representation of Dr. Wolf Group in trade mark applications, opposition and cancellation proceedings worldwide.
- Advising and representing Duracell on trade mark and design registrations and in opposition proceedings, particularly before the EUIPO.
- Representation of Mary Kay Inc. in German trade mark registrations and availability searches; also strategic advice on trade mark law.
Uexküll & Stolberg > Firm Profile
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Patents and licensing – chemistry | Dr Peter Franck | ||
Patents and licensing – chemistry | Dr Ulrich-Maria Gross | ||
Patents and licensing – biotechnology | Dr Albrecht von Menges | ||
Patents and licensing – biotechnology | Dr André Guder | ||
Patents and licensing – medical and electrical engineering | Dr Johannes Ahme | ||
Patents and licensing – pharmaceuticals industry | Dr Ulrich-Maria Gross | ||
Patents and licensing – pharmaceuticals industry | Dr Heinz-Peter Muth | ||
Trade marks | Dr Frank Dettmann | ||
Design registration | Dr Johannes Ahme | ||
Unfair competition | Dr Frank Dettmann |