Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte) has longstanding experience across the full spectrum of IP rights, including trade mark, design, patent, copyright, and trade secret protection. The firm stands out for its strength in managing complex litigation, particularly in patent and unfair competition matters. Leading the team is the trio of Michael Woller, who focuses on patent litigation and unfair competition; Christian Schumacher, a trade mark specialist and litigator noted for his advice regarding comprehensive portfolio strategy; and Dominik Hofmarcher, highly regarded for his expertise in trade secrets and copyright issues.
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Testimonials
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- 'Based on my experience of working with Schoenherr’s intellectual property team, they stand out for their deep expertise in trade mark and design law. What makes the practice unique is its combination of academic-level precision with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach that works well for our international clients.'
- 'Christian Schumacher has an encyclopaedic knowledge of Austrian and EU trade mark law and knows how to apply it in an efficient and understandable way. He is very responsive and delivers well ahead of deadlines. From my perspective, what sets Christian apart from competitors is his ability to communicate complex issues in a clear, structured and practical manner.'
- ‘The IP team is widely regarded for combining sharp technical know-how with commercially-minded advice, covering patents, trade marks, designs, licensing, portfolio strategy and cross-border enforcement. They provide hands-on partner involvement and quick, business-savvy risk calls, backed by patent/trade mark attorneys and seasoned litigators who coordinate smoothly across jurisdictions.’
- ‘Our collaboration with the IP department runs smoothly and to our complete satisfaction. The combined knowledge of this department is exceptionally good and, in our view, there are no issues that cannot be resolved by them.’
- ‘All individuals we have worked with so far distinguish themself as friendly, competent, and quick to respond. Dominik Hofmarcher especially impresses in his work with his cooperative and professionally competent manner. His professional knowledge is outstanding, even in the most unusual legal cases, and he always has solutions at hand, even for the most difficult situations.’
Key clients
- Albertina
- Allianz SE
- Anton Bruckner Privatuniversität
- Arineo
- Astl & Mucki
- Auer-Blaschke
- BKS Bank
- Brau Union Österreich AG
- Chanel
- Danone
- Deutsche Telekom
- Dominic Thiem
- EGLO Leuchten GmbH
- Erste Bank
- EUIPO
- Fapa Vital AG
- Fassbinderei Klaus Pauscha
- Gallup International Association
- Gasteiner
- Institute of Science and Technology
Work highlights
Acted for an international pharmaceutical company in patent infringement and invalidity proceedings.
Represented Uber B.V. and Uber Austria GmbH in a series of disputes with Taxi 40100 under the unfair competition regime.
Represented an Austria-based energy company in proceedings at the EU level and in Austria regarding the registrability of a trade dress trademark.
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Practice head
Michael Woller; Christian Schumacher; Dominik Hofmarcher
Other key lawyers
Alexander Pabst; Birgit Kapeller-Hirsch