Kellerhals Carrard advises at the interface of technology, IP and commercial work. The team is headed by Daniel Alder, well regarded for brand protection, trade mark strategy and contentious soft IP; Daniel Emch, whose practice centres on media, entertainment and commercial agreements; Nicolas Mosimann, noted for his focus on technology, digital platforms and IP commercialisation; and Stefano Perucchi, a leading name in sports-related IP and commercial work, particularly sponsorship and licensing structures. They are supported by the ‘highly knowledgeable IP lawyer’ Virginie Rodieux.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘I had the opportunity to work with Kellerhals Carrard on a commercial transaction involving IP rights, and I was able to appreciate the team's remarkable flexibility, integrity, and availability.’ \n‘I collaborated with Stefano Perucchi in several deals, and I greatly appreciated his in-depth knowledge of the subject matter (motorsports) as well as his integrity and professionalism throughout the entire negotiation process.’ \n‘Virginie Rodieux is a highly knowledgeable IP lawyer, seamlessly bridging traditional brand and content licensing with forward-looking expertise in Web3, AI, and emerging technologies.’

Key clients

  • Magnolia International AG
  • Bewelab AG
  • Bloom Biorenewables Ltd
  • Montreux Jazz Festival

Work highlights

Advised Magnolia International AG on the structuring and protection of its IP portfolio, as well as negotiating software licensing agreements across various jurisdictions.
Advised the Montreux Jazz Festival and Montreux Media Ventures SA on copyright issues related to video recordings of the festival and the protection of IP in the context of AI.
Advised Bloom Biorenewables Ltd on contractual negotiations, including joint development and R&D agreements with global partners such as Hexion and Unilever.
Practice head

Daniel Alder; Daniel Emch; Nicolas Mosimann; Stefano Perucchi

Other key lawyers

Ralph Gramigna; Christophe Rapin; Virginie Rodieux