Intellectual Property
Europe Guide 2024 : Switzerland
Band 2
About
Provided by Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
Our Intellectual Property Group focuses on litigation and arbitration of intellectual property and licensing disputes. Alongside this, the IP team is active in complex licensing deals and major transactional matters, often in combination with the firm’s M&A team. The IP team works across a wide range of sectors and has particular industry expertise in the life sciences and luxury goods sectors.
We represent clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings that involve:
- Validity and infringement of patents, trademarks, copyrights and designs
- Matters relating to know-how protection, unfair competition and domain names
- Disputes arising out of licensing, R&D, technology transfer, franchising, distribution and sponsorship agreements
We also assist clients in the following areas:
- Drafting and negotiating licensing, R&D, technology transfer, franchising and distribution agreements
- Conduct of IP due diligence and drafting of IP transfer agreements
- Advice on intellectual property and know-how issues and strategies
- Advice in the fields of media, sponsorship and advertising law
- Advice on regulatory matters and competition law
We have significant expertise in the following industry sectors:
- Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices
- Consumer and luxury goods
- Automotive and mechanical industry
- Chemicals
- Internet
- Electronics
- Restaurant and hotel franchising
- Telecommunication and digital network providers
Chambers Review
Schellenberg Wittmer is strong in IP-related litigation and arbitration on both domestic and cross-border issues, particularly involving licensing, as well as patent infringement and trade mark matters. The team's areas of expertise also include copyright, trade secrets, inventor rights and unfair competition. The law firm acts on advertising matters and licensing agreements. Schellenberg Wittmer is notably strong in the life sciences, luxury goods and technology sectors.
Work Highlights
- Schellenberg Wittmer represented and advised Novartis on a procedure initiated by the Swiss competition authorities regarding an alleged abuse of dominant position.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Schellenberg are always there when we need them. They are highly reliable."
"Schellenberg are always there when we need them. They are highly reliable."
Notable Practitioners
Lorenza Ferrari Hofer is recognised for her experience assisting with trade mark disputes, infringements and distribution agreements.
"Lorenza is excellent and responsive."
"She is a great litigator and we have had a great experience. I really recommend her."
Philipp Groz frequently advises on patent-related litigation, contentious trade mark infringements and licence agreements.
"Philipp Groz has a high level of expertise and excellent business sense."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Switzerland
Members
Provided by Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
Industries
Provided by Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
Automobiles & Parts
Chemicals
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Health Care
Media
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Sports
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications