We are proud to be included again this year in the prestigious IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals list. This award recognizes companies and individuals who excel in the field of patent law. Once again, we were recognized in the categories “European Patent Office” and “Firms: Prosecution and Nullity (Germany)”.
IAM says:
“Maiwald is one of the strongest firms in Europe, and a clear first choice for patent matters. It operates to the highest professional standards, focusing on efficiency, client service and providing a personal touch. The team are highly motivated and offer great support and clear guidance to clients when strategic decisions need to be made, ensuring projects are closely monitored and timely decisions are executed.” The outfit offers incredible breadth and depth of technical expertise, meaning the team can support patrons in virtually any industry.
These are our partners ranked as leading individuals:
- Dr. Dirk Bühler
- Dr. Eva Dörner
- Dr. Eva Ehlich
- Dr.-Ing Sophie Ertl
- Dr. Naho Fujimoto
- Dr. Norbert Hansen
- Dr. Martin Huenges
- Lutz Kietzmann
- Dr. Andreas Ledl
- Dr. Christian Meyer
- Alexander Ortlieb
- Dr. Christian Pioch
- Dr. Alexander Schmitz
- Dr. Christian Schäflein
- Dr. Marco Stief
- Dr. Derk Vos
- Angela Zumstein
IAM says about them:
Dr. Eva Ehlich does superb work building comprehensive patent portfolios, as well as supporting on litigation projects, which often includes coordinating local counsel. She is impressive in her ability to deal with challenging cases, overcoming any obstacle and hurdle placed in her way. Eva is particularly appreciated for her attention to detail, strategic thinking and ability to achieve excellent results.
Dr. Naho Fujimoto is an excellent patent prosecution counsel and adviser, well versed in handling difficult patent matters, including drafting highly complex patent applications and taking on challenging opposition proceedings at the EPO. She is intelligent, proactive and tenacious in her approach. Naho is also very thoughtful, anticipating the needs of her clientele and providing advice that will advance their goals, while keeping budget in mind.
Dr. Norbert Hansen relies on more than two decades of experience to provide well-rounded advice to his following that will secure maximum patent protection. He is also a regular face at the EPO, putting in solid performances to ensure his patrons’ rights are maintained.
Dr. Marco Stief and Dr. Christian Meyer are masters of patent infringement disputes, expertly untangling complex legal questions to present strong arguments in the courtroom.
Dr. Andreas Ledl is “a fantastic patent attorney who consistently provides thoughtful strategic advice on navigating prosecution at the EPO. He is extremely responsive and attentive to client needs, responding to urgent requests as a priority and meeting tight deadlines. Andreas also provides a work product that is well structured, with succinct summaries alongside detailed analyses that are easy to follow.
Dr. Martin Huenges harnesses his extensive international experience, having advised clientele across the United States, Europe and Japan, to provide well-rounded guidance on securing patent protection across the globe.
Dr. Derk Vos is a quality-focused practitioner whose technical skill and drafting know-how consistently lead his clients to success.
Dr. Dirk Bühler is very responsive and always on top of everything that is going on. He is outstanding when defending and enforcing patents in oppositions proceedings, managing the process both efficiently and successfully.
Angela Zumstein is very effective when helping to draft and file patent applications, as well as assisting in opposition matters at a national and European level. She provides in-depth analyses of patent officers’ responses, and always finds a solution to overcome objections.
For mechanical engineering inventions, Dr.-Ing. Sophie Ertl is a safe pair of hands. Deeply experienced in opposition and appeal proceedings, Ertl’s ability to concoct sensible and logical arguments and present them convincingly is greatly appreciated by her following.
Dr. Christian Schäflein enjoys a high success rate when drafting and prosecuting patents and representing clients in opposition proceedings. He is technically skilled, customer focused, highly efficient and a great communicator.
Alexander Ortlieb is highlighted by patrons for being “very intelligent, sharp, open minded and creative in his approach. He is an exceptional attorney who is always professional, ready to help and customer oriented.
Dr. Alexander Schmitz takes a client-first approach. He listens intently to their needs and goals to ensure his proposed solutions neatly align.
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