Niederer Kraft Frey Ltd‘s IP offering combines know-how in trade marks, unfair competition, technology and IP-centred commercial arrangements. The practice is instructed by domestic and international brands across consumer goods, media, private equity, medtech, industrials and e-commerce. Practice head Nicolas Birkhäuser is recognised for his leadership in soft IP mandates and contentious work. He is supported by the ’incredibly smart’ Janine Reudt-Demont, who has a notable command of life sciences, regulated products and technology-focused matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Janine Reudt-Demont is a great specialist in life sciences. She is available on short notice and has a very good grasp of the legal and business issues underlying specific cases.’ \n‘Janine Reudt-Demont is not only incredibly smart, but she is also a pleasure to work with. Responsive and quick, she always communicates transparently on chances of success, risks and opportunities.’ \n‘They have great technical capacities and knowledge. The best explanations I have received from external lawyers. They provided a clear message and concrete recommendations without any unnecessary details.’ \n‘They have an interest in and ability to engage with clients’ business sectors and their specific situations in order to tailor their recommendations accordingly. Great empathy and hard work at important moments for clients.’ \n‘The combination of in-depth knowledge with a hands-on work ethic is noteworthy.’ \n‘The team was very professional and, at the same time, very friendly and easy-going. They understood the task and the problem to the core, and provided actionable solutions and advice.’ \n‘We loved working with Janine Reudt-Demont. She is very knowledgeable in her area of expertise and has a profound understanding of the industry and the challenges that companies face.’ \n‘Janine Reudt-Demont demonstrated outstanding legal proficiency, commercial insight and a consistently client-focused mindset.’
Key clients
- Procter & Gamble
- Persán
- SkySale Schweiz GmbH, with its famous brand "Apfelkiste.ch"
- Thomson Reuters
- Capvis Ltd.
- FibroGen Inc.
- The Body Shop
- Selecta
- ASSA ABLOY AB
Work highlights
Assisted SkySale Schweiz GmbH in protecting its Apfelkiste.ch brand against Apple Inc. in a trade mark conflict, including opposition proceedings.
Advised Persán on the acquisition of Mibelle, and the IP aspects thereof.
Practice head
Nicolas Birkhäuser
Other key lawyers
Karim Piguet; Clara-Ann Gordon; Janine Reudt-Demont; Michaela Zehnder