The Legal 500, one of the world’s leading legal directories, has once again recommended Maiwald in the EMEA 2026 edition. Our firm is recognized in the following categories:
In the category Patent Litigation: Patent lawyers, Maiwald is recognised in Tier 2 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.
Further key lawyers: Alexander Ortlieb, Dr. Eva Ehlich, Dr. Sun Jin Lee, Dr. Anja Fux, Dr. Matthias Hoffmann.
In the category Patent Litigation: solicitors, Maiwald is noted in Tier 4 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.
In the category Patent prosecution, Maiwald is recommended in Tier 2 for its 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.
Further key lawyers: 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.
Legal 500’s assessments are based not only on the work performed, experience and areas of specialization, but also on extensive client feedback. We are grateful for the trust placed in us and delighted that our team has once again performed strongly in the rankings.
Maiwald Intellectual Property The Legal 500 EMEA 2026 firm profile
