Zimmermann & Partner Patentanwälte mbB is a boutique IP law firm advising clients across the chemistry, IT, mechanical and electrical engineering, physics and medical technology industries. The team advises on complex international patent litigation and opposition work. Gerd Zimmermann prosecutes cases in the fields of nanotechnology, mechanical technology, automation and electron optics. Benedikt Neuburger specialises in green technology, power engineering and deposition technology.
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Testimonials
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- 'Particularly noteworthy is the interdisciplinary cooperation of patent attorneys and attorneys-at-law under one roof, which allows a holistic view of complex issues and particularly comprehensive advice.'
- 'Professional breadth, a high level of technical understanding, interdisciplinary and collegial cohesion are the qualities that characterise this team and set it apart from many of its competitors.'
- ‘Prompt responses, very responsible and professional service.’
- ‘Benedikt Neuburger is very professional and responsible in each case.’
Key clients
- Accelleron
- Applied Materials Inc.
- BOMAG AG
- Bombardier
- BSN Medical GmbH
- Burmester Audiosysteme
- The European Patent Office
- Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung
- Fresenius
- General Electric
- Grupo Antolin
- HP
Work highlights
Defended Saint-Gobain in appeal opposition proceedings before the EPO against a challenge brought by Robert Bosch GmbH.
Represented Saint-Gobain in EPO appeal proceedings, securing the revocation of one of 3M's patents.
Represented General Electric Company in EPO opposition proceedings, achieving the revocation of one of Vestas Wind Systems’ patents relating to over-voltage ride-through technology.
Other key lawyers
Dominique Gobert; Frank Steinbach; Benedikt Neuburger; Gerd Zimmermann; Joel Nägerl; Brett Neale