KWR Karasek Wietrzyk Rechtsanwälte GmbH covers the entire spectrum of IP work, spanning strategic trade mark portfolio building and clearance for global brands. The firm advises on the commercialisation of IP rights through licensing, M&A, and joint venture agreements, also offering expertise in litigation to enforce rights or defend infringement claims. The team is led by Barbara Kuchar, a specialist in all facets of IP and unfair competition law, known for her strong global network and work for international trade mark owners. Petra Artner, who joined from DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH in August 2024, provides support at the intersection of IP and IT law.
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Testimonials
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- 'They work with great enthusiasm and provide very impressive drafting.'
- ‘Barbara Kuchar is a true joy - not only is she always smiling and happy, she provides business-appropriate, well-thought-out advice that my clients can rely on. She doesn't provide academic advice that then needs to be translated into how it fits into the business realities of clients - she provides useful business advice from the start!’
- ‘This team works together seamlessly; they are super responsive, provide great advice, and are a pleasure to work with. I know I can always reach out, no matter how big or small a matter, and they are ready, willing, and more than able to jump in to assist!’
- ‘Very pleasant to work with, always easy to reach for us, Barbara Kuchar is able to explain complex issues very well and in a way that we as clients can understand.’
- ‘The team worked very well together. We received very comprehensive advice and a pragmatic approach, which made the next steps much easier for us. KWR has a great team with whom we enjoy working.’
- ‘Barbara Kuchar has an astonishing worldwide network and has seen it all.’
Key clients
- Rondoro GmbH
- International Olympic Committee
- Sinocare Inc.
- Münze Österreich
- Peanuts Worldwide LLC
- CTS Eventim GmbH
- Ryanair
- Diogenes Verlag AG
- Austrian Chamber of Notaries
- Petrus Advisers LLP
- Prada S.A.
- Ferring B.V.
Work highlights
Represented a defendant in claims for Sinocare and Obelis in a 3D trade mark matter; the Supreme Court held that the signs are not confusingly similar.
Acted in trade mark opposition proceedings for the International Olympic Committee against "Olymp" trade marks.
Assisted CTS Eventim Austria GmbH in obtaining trade mark protection for the wordmark "OETICKET" by evidencing a secondary meaning in Austria.
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Practice head
Barbara Kuchar
Other key lawyers
Petra Artner