Anwälte Burger und Partner Rechtsanwalt Gmbh (ABP) operates as a dedicated IP boutique across the DACH region, known for its expertise in cross-border litigation concerning patents and trade marks. The firm combines legal counsel with technical knowledge, supporting clients with their applications, enforcement, and licensing efforts. The team includes Hannes Burger, a European Patent Attorney proficient in multi-jurisdictional IP disputes and enforcement actions. He is supported by Clemens Ofner, who focuses on trade marks and related IP rights, and Sabine Mahringer, who handles extrajudicial settlement and design protections. Eike Schaper is an ‘excellent litigator’ and Katarina Casals Ide handles licensing and IP contracts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hannes Burger is a well-travelled and influential attorney who is highly respected internationally. I have always found him to be a pleasure to work with.’
- ‘A very efficient and approachable firm with considerable experience and expertise. The firm has been very innovative with AI tools relating to patent searches and claim comparisons.’
- ‘The firm has a very strong team covering Germany as well as Austria, and with a very international focus to its practice. It is also notable for its dedication to doing its utmost for its clients, knowing their businesses through and through, and exceptional client care.’
- ‘Hannes Burger is the main driving force behind the firm and is a standout lawyer in terms of legal knowledge, thinking through issues and ensuring that the clients are on board every step of the way. He is very well supported by others such as Eike Schape, Clemens Ofner, and Katarina Casals Ide, who are all excellent lawyers and a pleasure to work with.’
- ‘ABP is unique in that its team covers all disciplines required for IP: research, patent applications, patent strategy, trade marks, attorneys, and software solutions for storing and using data in the field of IP.’
- ‘The firm is one of the most renowned addresses for IP in Austria. It is designed to handle large-scale mandates. Their innovative thinking in digital solutions is outstanding - they possess the ability to seamlessly combine legal precision with technical expertise.’
Key clients
- Atomic Austria GmbH
- Banner GmbH
- Greiner Bio-One GmbH
- Rosenbauer International AG
- Swarovski-Optik AG & Co KG.
- Weber Hydraulik GmbH
- Hueck Rheinische GmbH
- medmix Switzerland AG
Practice head
Hannes Burger; Clemens Ofner; Katarina Casals Ide; Eike Schaper; Sabine Mahringer