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Co & Delarue

Intellectual Property

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Co & Delarue

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Intellectual Property - Belgium

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The Belgian IP boutique Co & Delarue has a strong focus on trade mark disputes, representing clients in infringement, opposition and enforcement proceedings, as well as in disputes over intermediary liability for infringements. The law firm has a strong reputation with clients from a number of sectors including fashion, luxury goods, technology and entertainment. In addition, the team advises on contentious matters involving patents, copyrights and counterfeit goods.

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Work Highlights

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  • Co & Delarue assisted Carl Hansen & Søn with the enforcement of its

    intellectual property rights, notably the copyright and design rights of its

    furniture designs.

Strengths

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  • Co & Delarue combines outstanding legal expertise with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset. Its advice is always precise, creative and tailored to the client’s needs.

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  • Co & Delarue is the go-to law firm for handling complex and sophisticated matters. The team applies its skills in a way that is understandable for its clients and very convincing before the courts.

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  • This law firm has magnificent legal expertise. The lawyers are sharp and strategic, and they know you and your sector.

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  • Co & Delarue is highly responsive and extremely reliable. Even with complex cases where emotions and stress run high, it is a joy to work with this team.

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  • Co & Delarue's advice is very sensitive to our commercial strategies and very well balanced.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Dieter Delarue
    Dieter Delarue

    Dieter Delarue

    Dieter Delarue assists clients with the enforcement of trade mark and design rights. He also acts on disputes relating to copyright levies and anti-counterfeiting measures, and is often retained by clients from the fashion and luxury goods sector.

    • Dieter Delarue is extremely pleasant to work with. Time after time he displays very sharp thinking, approaching problems with confidence, creativity and finesse.

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    • Dieter Delarue is a great litigator.

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    • Dieter is able to give strategic advice which is in the best interest of the client. He knows the theory and is able to translate it for clients. He is a problem solver.

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    • He is very responsive, on top of every detail and super efficient.

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    • Dieter is very easy to work with. He is pragmatic yet punctual and convincing, and he has vast knowledge of a broad range of IP case law and related topics.

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  • Anthony Van der Planken
    Anthony Van der Planken

    Anthony Van der Planken

    Anthony Van der Planken boasts considerable strength in contentious trade mark and copyright mandates, including infringement and opposition proceedings. He also regularly assists clients with the protection and enforcement of trade mark portfolios.

    • Anthony is a highly skilled trade mark lawyer with excellent communication skills. He is very approachable and always available to discuss the different aspects of a case.

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    • Anthony Van der Planken stands out for his exceptional analytical skills, clarity of thought and strategic foresight.

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    • Anthony has a sharp eye for detail, gives clear and practical advice and is very easygoing.

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    • He is knowledgeable and very efficient in his communication and actions, with spot-on forecasts.

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    • Anthony Van der Planken is a true partner in complex discussions.

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  • Alexander Heirwegh
    Alexander Heirwegh

    Alexander Heirwegh

    Alexander Heirwegh manages a solid IP practice, often assisting with anti-counterfeiting matters and trade mark infringement proceedings. On the non-contentious side, he handles copyright transfers and branding strategy.

    • Alexander does not shy away from delving into the nitty-gritty details of a case to get the best possible outcome for his clients.

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    • He strives for excellence, is witty and has lots of initiative in learning about new fields and markets.

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    • Alexander Heirwegh has great know-how and provides practical, effective assistance that really makes a difference.

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    • Alexander is a strategic thinker who is interested in our business and products and understands them.

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Ranked Individuals at Co & Delarue (3)

Belgium

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    Dieter Delarue

    Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright

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    Anthony Van der Planken

    Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright

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  • Profile image of Alexander Heirwegh

    Alexander Heirwegh

    Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright

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