IP boutique offering Arnold Ruess Rechtsanwälte PartmbB is particularly active in the pharmaceutical sector, although it also serves high-profile clients from across the telecommunications, technology and semiconductor technology industries. In addition to domestic cases, the practice also excels in coordinating parallel proceedings within Europe and the US, and has already built up a strong reputation before the UPC during its first year of existence. Bernhard Arnold covers copyright matters in addition to patent law, while Arno Riße excels in matters pertaining to high-tech, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Cordula Schumacher and Marina Wehler, who both have particular expertise in FRAND-related cases, complement the partner team. Tim Smentkowski made counsel in March 2024 and is well versed in patent law as well as trade marks.
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Testimonials
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'Top IP litigation boutique, extremely committed, creative and with excellent knowledge.'
'The team understands the needs of a company and works accordingly in a pragmatic, solution- and goal-oriented manner.'
'Bernhard Arnold has a quick grasp of even difficult technical questions.'
'Cordula Schumacher: top in legal and technical terms, very committed, great market knowledge.'
'Arno Riße: very strong, extremely skilled technically.'
'Bernhard Arnold: Top Litigator.'
'Tim Smentkowski: Rising star, absolutely top performance.'
'Arno Riße has a quick grasp of technical issues, a very good technical understanding, works with foresight and puts himself in the position of the opposing side.'
Key clients
- Sanofi
- Nokia
- AutoStore System GmbH/AutoStore AS
- Alcon Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Grünenthal GmbH
- Polaris Innovations Inc.
- Zentiva
- Adtran group
- InterDigital, Inc.
- Kingfa Sci. & Tech. Co. Ltd
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Tim Smentkowski
Other key lawyers
Bernhard Arnold; Cordula Schumacher; Arno Riße; Marina Wehler; Jan Wergin; Tim Smentkowski