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Bech-Bruun

Intellectual Property

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We advise both Danish and non-Danish enterprises on all issues related to IP rights in all sectors, including pharmaceuticals, electronics, food, media, mechanics, fashion, information and biotechnology. 

Our services include for instance:

  • Registration/prosecution of trademarks and designs
  • Patent litigation, including preliminary injunction proceedings, and other legal proceedings
  • Commercialisation of IP rights, including licensing and sale as well as other commercial agreements regarding the exercise of IP rights
  • Product copies
  • Protection of trade secrets
  • Enforcement of IP rights
  • Preserving evidence
  • Customs programmes regarding suspension of counterfeit products

We provide the best possible advice – also outside Denmark, as we cooperate with a global network of law firms capable of assisting when our clients need advice on non-Danish matters.

Naturally, we also work closely with our in-house colleagues in relevant areas, for instance Life Sciences, M&A and Corporate Matters, Media & Entertainment, IT & Digitisation, etc., in order to provide optimum advice.

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Intellectual Property - Denmark

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Bech-Bruun is a full-service law firm assisting clients with the full gamut of IP strategy, registration, protection and enforcement. The team frequently handles contentious and non-contentious copyright, trade mark, trade secret and design rights matters. It also acts in patent disputes in the pharmaceutical and technology sectors. Bech-Bruun has additional expertise in the commercialisation of IP, including distribution, licensing and franchise agreements. The law firm is also experienced in mandates involving international elements.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bech-Bruun acted for Jaguar Land Rover on 3D trade mark litigation against INEOS Automotive.

Strengths

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  • The Bech-Bruun team bring real strategic insight and instinct, coupled with an uncomplicated and client-friendly approach. They work incredibly hard to further the client's interests.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The team have incredibly in-depth knowledge.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The department's deep expertise and extensive knowledge in our industry sets it apart. The lawyers think outside the box to address complex legal challenges.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The lawyers are hands-on and practical. They give guidance that is usable in a real-world setting.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The team have a very technical understanding.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Klaus E Madsen
    Klaus E Madsen

    Klaus E Madsen

    Klaus Madsen is an expert in patent litigation and also assists clients with disputes concerning the misappropriation of trade secrets. He often represents pharmaceutical companies.

    • He is super skilled within patent litigation.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Claus Barrett Christiansen
    Claus Barrett Christiansen

    Claus Barrett Christiansen

    Claus Barrett Christiansen acts for clients in trade mark and design infringement disputes. He also handles marketing law issues.

    • Claus Barrett Christiansen is extremely strategy-focused. He is an outstanding and knowledgeable trade mark and copyright lawyer.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • He is an outstanding, commercially-minded lawyer who truly understands the client's needs.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Claus Barrett Christiansen is the number one advocate in Denmark for IP matters.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • He certainly is a market leader.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • His strengths include his in-depth knowledge; he has incredible knowledge.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Jeppe Brinck-Jensen
    Jeppe Brinck-Jensen

    Jeppe Brinck-Jensen

    Jeppe Brinck-Jensen is proficient in a broad range of contentious IP mandates, ranging from patent to trade secret cases. His clients primarily belong to the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.

    • Jeppe is excellent and very good to work with. He always gives sensible, commercial advice and has great strategic judgement coupled with a relaxed manner.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Jeppe has the ability to quickly comprehend highly technical matters.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • He is very knowledgeable in relation to our industry and offers a good level of client service.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Terese Foged
    Terese Foged

    Terese Foged

    Terese Foged offers notable expertise in copyright law, demonstrating particular knowledge in matters relating to the media sector.
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  • Dan Bjerg Geary
    Dan Bjerg Geary

    Dan Bjerg Geary

    Dan Bjerg Geary advises on the IP aspects of transactions as well as franchise, distribution and licensing agreements. He has additional experience in patent infringement proceedings.

    • Dan Bjerg Geary provides no-nonsense advice.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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