‘Hogan Lovells provides legal services of the highest quality, which is important to us.’

‘They provide legal services at the highest level and are always available for their clients, ready to assist even when deadlines are very tight.’

‘The most important issue for us when working with law firms abroad is to ensure that the legal services they provide for our clients are of the highest quality possible. Hogan Lovells provides legal services of such standards.’

‘The people we work with provide legal service at the highest level, and they understand the importance of being available for their clients and to act immediately even if deadlines are very short.’

‘The thoroughness and attention to every detail. They leave no stone unturned in their pursuit to provide the best result to the client.’

‘Yvonne Draheim is extremely thorough. Patrick Fromlowitz is a skilled litigator with amazing energy.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable, not afraid to take a clear position, and always to the point in their advice, saving us time while adding real value. I trust them completely and highly recommend them to anyone seeking practical, decisive trademark guidance.’

‘Our team at Bardehle Pagenberg is excellent! They are very prompt and always there for us. Their legal advice is very insightful, which demonstrates a deep understanding of our business.’

‘Claus Eckhartt is the one with whom we work a lot. Claus always communicated very clearly and promptly. Always demonstrated good management skills and kept us informed with every stage of the opposition and settlements.’

‘Bardehle Pagenberg have been an excellent supporter to us. We are an international client and so being able to develop a strong rapport with the team has been important, and they have been available to us at every opportunity.’

‘Pascal Böhner is skilled at cutting through issues quickly so that clients can focus on the legal issues and areas that matter the most. He is very approachable, and clients are able to speak candidly with him as an extension of their own legal team. Being an international client, it has been important that we can rely upon Pascal for his experience and in depth understanding of multiple jurisdictions.’

‘In my experience, Bardehle Pagenberg stands out for its rare combination of deep technical knowledge and sharp litigation strategy. Their team is highly collaborative and responsive, making complex cross-border matters feel manageable. I’ve found them to be forward-thinking—both in how they use technology and in offering flexible, client-friendly billing. They deliver the quality of a top international firm with the focus and agility of a specialist practice.’

‘In my work with Bardehle Pagenberg, Henning Hartwig has been a standout partner. What sets Henning apart is his exceptional strategic thinking, calm authority, and deep expertise—especially in design and trade mark matters. He brings clarity and focus to complex issues, and I’ve always valued his pragmatic advice and responsiveness.‘

‚Noerr offers everything from a single source. The entire team is always available, competent, flexible, and consistently courteous.‘

‚Christoph Rieken — he is available around the clock and always very courteous. He is highly competent and offers practical, solution-oriented advice.‘

‚A top team. You can hardly ask for more. Flexible, always reachable, competent, and above all, courteous.‘

‚Christoph Rieken — a leader of the highest calibre.‘

‚The Noerr team is competent, flexible, courteous, and always available in every respect.‘

‚Christoph Rieken  is a pragmatic „lead shepherd“. He is extremely competent, always reachable and explains legal matters in a way everyone can understand.‘

‚Strategic thinking and very diligent work. Excellent understanding of client needs and implementation of them into practical advice.’

‘Valentina Niess – excellent litigator. Tobias Dolde – most experienced in EU law.’

‘Great firm with a longstanding tradition of quality in IP services, trade marks included. ’

‘Marcus Von Welser is extremely accurate and knowledgeable.’

‚The team is always prompt and efficient, and their advice is targeted to the client’s needs.‘

‚Great firm with longstanding tradition of quality in IP services, trade marks included.‘

‚Simone Schäfer is an excellent practitioner, very experienced, a pleasure to work with.‘

‚Paul Kretschmar is super smart and one of the best in trade marks.‘

‘The practice Böhmert & Böhmert combines scientific staff with lawyers and offers flexible and customised teams for its clients. The firm is very well-positioned internationally. The price-performance ratio is reasonable.’

‘The contact persons respond promptly and always precisely. They are also very pleasant and polite in conversation.’

‘We use Böhmert & Böhmert due to their first-class expertise and service. They have consistently provided us with commercially focused and clear advice. As well as handling disputes efficiently and getting us good results.’

‘I would like to highlight Sebastian Engels and Anja Ruge. They both have exceptional knowledge of trade mark law and are a joy to work with. They are responsive, and you know that thought and care have been taken in the advice they give.‘

‚I really value and trust Sebastian Engels‘ judgment. He always handles matters calmly and efficiently.’

‘In my perception, the trade mark team of CBH is very service-oriented, fast and is characterised in a special way by a cooperative approach that I have never seen in other law firms.’

‘We have worked with Nadja Siebertz in recent years. Not only is she an excellent and experienced lawyer, but she also always has a clear vision of the client’s interests. She is very focused and has become an important advisor for us.’

‘Easy and solution-oriented communication.’

‘Deep understanding of clients‘ needs, swift responses, and going the extra mile at any time. They are also fun to work with.’

‘Ingo Jung has much experience and is very competent in IP issues and litigation.‘

‘Pragmatic, good response time.‘

‘Very pragmatic solutions, even in long-standing proceedings, excellent advice on IP strategy and IP maintenance.’

‘Thomas Schmitz: Very competent and experienced, pragmatic, very friendly and always open to negotiations with the other side, excellent negotiating skills.’

‘Amazing team with top-notch customer-centric lawyers. My go-to team in Germany.’

‘Thomas Schmitz, Mathis Breuer and Ivan Dimitrov are an excellent team. They know their IP and are great to work with.’

‘Hoyng Rokh have a very strong trade mark practice and is well respected both locally and internationally. They are highly sensitive to client needs and provide quick, focused advice that is always of exceptional quality.’

‘The key person we tend to use is Mathis Breuer, who is excellent. He understands trade marks and is both commercial and experienced.’

‘What makes Ivan Dimitrov stand out, and truly different from others in the market, is his rare combination of legal acumen, commercial insight, and exceptional client care. Ivan is not only a highly skilled legal advisor — he is a true business partner who understands the broader strategic context in which we operate.‘

‚Christina Tenbrock and Ivan bring outstanding diligence, coordination, and consistency to every matter. In a market where legal competence is often assumed, it is the human qualities — integrity, commitment, agility, and trustworthiness — that make Ivan and Christina exceptional. Their combination of expertise and execution makes them a standout team we hold in the highest regard and consistently rely on with full confidence.’

‘LSG has a unique, quality team that stands out in the German trade marks market. They are highly specialised and know how to combine all that high-brow knowledge with a very practical approach to their output.’

‘Christian Rassmann: We have worked with Chris for a long time and we are very happy with his quality, client-driven approach, hard work and his pleasant personality. An outstanding lawyer with an outstanding practice.‘

‘We have been collaborating with Lorenz Seidler Gossel (LSG) for many years and have consistently been impressed by their deep expertise and professionalism in the field of intellectual property. LSG stands out with its strong litigation capabilities, strategic mindset, and ability to deliver tailored, business-focused solutions. Their team is not only highly skilled in German and EU IP law but also exceptionally responsive, making complex matters manageable for clients.‘

‚Dirk Wiedemann stands out with his strategic mindset, clear communication, and ability to handle complex IP disputes with confidence and precision.‘

‘The broad knowledge of the lawyers, the quick understanding of the topics. The perfect preparation of the issues, an overview of the files, and adherence to deadlines. Above all, the clear, strong, clear, and legally secure demeanour without aggressiveness towards opponents.’

‘D Young’s German IP team stands out as a premier force in intellectual property law, combining deep technical expertise with a nuanced understanding of national and international IP frameworks. I applaud their precision, strategic foresight, and client-centric approach, and they provide tailored solutions across trademark, design, and copyright matters. ’

‘Over the years, we have prominently worked with Jana Bogatz and Yvonne Stone, and both have proven to be outstanding professionals whose expertise and dedication set a high standard within the firm. Their sharp analytical skills, strategic thinking, and commitment to excellence consistently delivered exceptional results for us and, I am sure, for colleagues alike. They are reliable and have a collaborative spirit.’

‘The D Young trade mark team is prompt to respond and provides helpful, easy-to-understand advice. They also are very friendly and approachable people, which makes working with them easier.’

‘We work with Jana Bogatz and Yvonne Stone. They are both very helpful and prompt in responding to our questions, and have been a valuable assistance for our clients.’

‘Able to provide advice that fits our business strategy. Truly understand our strategy goals and is a strategic fit for our one team approach.’

‘Yvonne Stone is an asset to D Young, she understands our business and is involved in ensuring that our strategy achieves the aims set by the business.’

‘Super dynamic and young team around the fabulous Jana Bogatz.’

‘The D Young team is made up of excellent professionals who are knowledgeable and responsive, business-oriented and pragmatic. I also like the fact that all the partners and associates I work with are women.’

‚The Team at FPS lead by Thomas Stein and Christoph Holzbach is a pleasure to work with. Very professional, capable, and passionate about their work. They treat each case as unique and develop specific strategies for all cases presented to them.‘

‚The trade mark team at FPS stands out as an exceptional practice with deep expertise not only in German trade mark law but also in international protection and enforcement. What makes the team unique is their strong global network and seamless collaboration with partner law firms around the world.‘

‚The team combines profound legal knowledge with a highly pragmatic and client-oriented approach. They are extremely responsive, providing swift correspondence and always outlining clear solutions. Their transparent communication on costs and strategies is particularly valuable, ensuring predictability and confidence throughout the process.‘ 

‚A key strength is their ability to identify potential trademark conflicts early and to develop creative strategies to overcome or resolve them, including negotiating coexistence agreements where appropriate. FPS also distinguishes itself by its professionalism, efficiency, and collaborative mindset.‘

‘Great industry knowledge and calm, insightful advice.‘

‘Geert-Johann Seelig has excellent client service, excellent industry knowledge and great judgment. ’

‘I work with Angela Wenninger-Lenz, my longstanding colleague for all matters German! She is incredibly practical and commercially minded. She’s also a joy to work with!’

‘See above. I have also been impressed by Julia Bittner, who has picked up matters if Angela has been away from the office.’

‘Ortrun makes the team unique. She is a very experienced and intelligent trade mark and geographical indications specialist, with a pleasant personality. Her advice is direct, and her communication style is succinct and easy to comprehend.’

‘The team is led by Georg Jacobs, a great lawyer. Evaluates fast and precisely, gives very practical and hands-on advice. Great price to results ratio.’

‘Georg Jacobs is knowledgeable, intelligent and quick.’

‘Big team, dedicated workers.’

‘Astrid Lüdtke – very reliable, accessible.’

‘The lawyers are highly responsive and very knowledgeable.’

‘In particular, Antje Münch is an exceptional lawyer with a client-first mindset. Her attention to detail and genuine commitment make all the difference.’

‘The team stands out for its deep expertise and pragmatic approach.’

‘Antje Münch stands out for her clear thinking, practical advice, and calm, steady approach. She is very responsive, easy to work with, and consistently adds value by focusing on what really matters.’

‘The team is very responsive and comes up with good and creative solutions.’

‚Matthias Berger is wonderful. He never fails to respond and provide practical advice in a timely manner. He’s very good at spotting risks and thinking creatively to avoid unnecessary work.‘

‘Lexton’s trade mark practice is a true standout in the market. The team combines deep legal expertise with a strong commercial understanding of branding, marketing, and digital business models.‘

‚Clients benefit from the team’s seamless management of national and international portfolios, strategic prosecution, and effective enforcement — all handled with speed and precision. 

‘Tilmann Lührig is one of the most impressive trade mark lawyers in the market. His exceptional experience, strategic thinking, and calm authority make him a trusted advisor for complex brand matters — from high-stakes litigation to global filing strategies.‘

‚The firm’s use of modern legal tech, transparent billing tools, and cross-disciplinary collaboration ensures a highly efficient and forward-thinking service model. Compared to other firms, Lexton delivers hands-on partner involvement while maintaining scalability and cost-efficiency.’

‘The Lexton team stands out for its deep expertise in trade mark law, combined with a practical, brand-focused approach. They provide clear, strategic guidance on everything from portfolio management to enforcement, always with a strong understanding of commercial impact.‘

‘Tilmann Lührig brings a strong blend of legal precision and commercial understanding to trade mark matters. He handles complex brand protection and enforcement issues with calm confidence and clear strategic focus. His ability to translate intricate IP law into practical, business-friendly advice is particularly valuable.

‚Tilmann Lührig is responsive, thoughtful, and highly collaborative, making him a trusted advisor in both contentious and non-contentious trade mark work. I’ve consistently appreciated his professionalism, strategic judgment, and his skill in balancing legal risk with brand and business priorities.’