Praised for its ‘excellent knowledge of IP matters, particularly patent law’, Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k. also advises on trade mark design, copyrights, advertising, unfair competition, as well as transactional IP matters. The groups handle IP portfolios from a range of industries, notably in tech, FMCG, pharmaceutical and beauty. Marcin Fijałkowski is responsible for leading the practice and focuses his practice on IP enforcement and prosecution, copyright law and unfair competition law. Katarzyna Tobiasz-Dumania supports the practice and excels in IP-related litigation, notably trade marks, designs, patents and unfair competition cases. Jakub Falkowski mostly deals with unfair competition practices, copyrights, digital media and e-commerce advisory.
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Testimonials
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‘Excellent knowledge in the industry, always well within reach, and very client-oriented.’
‘Katarzyna Tobiasz-Dumania and Marcin Fijalkowski are brilliant lawyers and persons to work with; always within reach and supportive; having a perfect sense of the client's needs! All ever so much appreciated!’
‘The team has an excellent knowledge of IP matters, particularly patent law. They have excellent technical knowhow so that they can properly raise also technical arguments of legal relevance.’
‘We work with Marcin Fijalkowski and Katarzyna Tobiasz-Domania. They are very responsive, have excellent knowledge, have a hands-on approach and act very quickly and reasonably. They have a good standing in the industry and also with authorities, which is certainly beneficial for clients.’
‘Marcin Fijalkowski is an exceptional individual leading the practice.’
Key clients
- 3M Company
- Electromobility Poland
- Berlin-Chemie
- Ecolab USA Inc.
- British American Tobacco
- Tommy Hilfiger
- Victoria's Secret
Work highlights
- Representing Pipelife in a dispute brought by its competitor Wavin, regarding alleged infringement of their two European patents.
- Represented Podravka in a high-profile case in front of the Supreme Administrative Court regarding a cancellation request against the trade mark Kucharek.
- Assisted LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics in an opposition against the trade mark application POPPY& FLOWERS filed by Eurus sp. z o.o.
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.
Practice head
Marcin Fijałkowski
Other key lawyers
Katarzyna Tobiasz-Dumania; Jakub Falkowski