Maiwald is recommended in three practice areasin the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Germany. In total, 19 lawyers are named in the Legal 500 commentary for their outstanding contributions to their respective practices.
In the category Patent Law: Applications & Prosecution (Patentrecht: Anmeldungen und Amtsverfahren), Maiwald is ranked in Tier 2. Maiwald’s patent prosecution practice is distinguished by deep technical expertise across pharmaceuticals, chemistry, biotechnology, medical technology, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science. Notable experts include Christian Schäflein, who is experienced in designing and managing global patent portfolios (physics, mechanical engineering, digitalisation), and Christian Pioch, who focuses on electronic aerosol generation systems. Naho Fujimoto is recognised for her work in assessing and monitoring competitors’ rights and in developing arguments on invalidity and non‑infringement; other key contacts include Derk Vos and Alexander Ortlieb. Core clients include, among others, ABB AG, Beckman Coulter, Philip Morris, BioNTech SE and Merck GmbH & Co. KG.
Furthermore, we are pleased that the following individuals have been noted in this practice area: Dr. Eva Dörner, Dr. Andreas Ledl, Dr. Alexander Schmitz, Lutz Kietzmann, Dr. Dirk Bühler, Dr. Martin Huenges, Dr. Eva Ehlich, Dr. Annelie Wünsche, Dr. Marco Stief.
Maiwald is also ranked Tier 2 in the category Patent Law: Patent Attorneys – Litigation (Patentrecht: Patentanwälte: Streitbeilegung). The firm is praised for its extensive litigation experience and its professional, solution‑oriented approach. In particular, Derk Vos is highlighted for leading contentious proceedings while managing the IP of numerous companies, and Dirk Bühler for representing clients in genome editing and immunology, coordinating complex filings and leading contentious cases. The practice places particular emphasis on cross‑border infringement and nullity litigation. Core clients include, among others, Acetate, Sandoz Hexal and Dr. Reddy’s / betapharm Arzneimittel GmbH.
Furthermore, we are pleased that the following individuals have been noted in this practice area: Alexander Ortlieb, Dr. Eva Ehlich, Dr. Sun Jin Lee, Dr. Anja Fux, Dr. Matthias Hoffmann.
In the category Patent Law: Solicitors – Litigation (Patentrecht: Rechtsanwälte: Streitbeilegung), Maiwald is recommended in Tier 4 and is valued for its efficient working methods and deep technical expertise, especially in pharmaceuticals, biotech and chemistry. Marco Stief is particularly recommended for his expertise in national and international infringement proceedings. Christian Meyer is also highlighted for regularly handling nullity proceedings. Core clients include, among others, FootPrint Technologies and Dr. Reddy’s / betapharm Arzneimittel GmbH.
Maiwald Intellectual Property The Legal 500 Deutschland 2026 firm profile
