Brinkhof supports top-tier international and domestic companies in protecting their brands, creative works, and innovative designs. The team navigates regulatory frameworks and represents clients in litigation, oppositions, and cancellations. The quintet leading the practice is comprised of Gregor Vos, an IP litigator specialising in trademarks, designs and advertising for the consumer goods, fashion, and luxury sectors; Fleur Folmer, who is active in trademark, design, and domain name litigation before Dutch and EU authorities; Remy Chavannes, who advises media and technology companies on challenges posed by emerging digital technologies; Anke Strijbos, an expert in copyright, media law and IP licensing; and Dorien Verhulst, who focuses on digital copyright, online speech, and content moderation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Gregor Vos - very experienced in IP matters, practical, and well-connected.'
- ‘Practical thinkers, know our business well, specialists in trade mark matters.’
- ‘The IP team at Brinkhof delivers very accurate advice. They handle everything from filing applications to oppositions and infringement matters in a highly professional way.’
- ‘Gregor Vos stands out in his leadership of the team. Business-focused and always on top of things, providing the absolute best recommendations to the client.’
- ‘A combination of efficiency, accuracy, and transparent communication, all of which inspire confidence and trust.’
- ‘Gregor Voss is an excellent lawyer who combines sharp legal insight with a strong sense for practical solutions. His advice is always well-structured and delivered in a way that enables clients to make confident decisions.’
Key clients
- IKEA
- adidas
- INEOS
- Amazon
- Iceland Foods
- Odido (formerly T-Mobile)
- WAGO
- Verweij (GIORDANO)
- Polaroid
- Association of Dutch Commercial Radio Broadcasters
- Airforce
- OpenAI
Work highlights
Representing Adidas in all Benelux enforcement matters, including in the Benelux part of the notable international dispute between Adidas and Thom Browne relating to the use of three stripes on clothing.
Representing Iceland Foods in high profile proceedings against Icelandic Trademark Holding before the EU General Court regarding the registrability of country names as trademarks.
Representing Aldi in summary proceedings against World Branding Mark SA regarding the alleged infringement of design and trademark rights relating to Montale perfume bottles.
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Practice head
Gregor Vos; Fleur Folmer; Remy Chavannes; Dorien Verhulst; Anke Strijbos
Other key lawyers
Maurits van Beusekom; Laura Sleeuwenhoek; Daniël de Weerd