Intellectual Property - Austria
What the team is known for
Gassauer-Fleissner is a celebrated IP boutique that is widely recognised for its leading patent work and frequently mandated on behalf of major life sciences companies. The team is particularly active in IP disputes concerning the infringement of patents and trade marks. The practice has further experience in enforcement matters and opposition proceedings as well as unfair competition and copyright matters. In addition to its focus on pharmaceutical companies, the law firm acts for clients from a range of sectors, including automotive, FMCG and technology.
Strengths
"The user experience is very client-friendly and the team is responsive. It is always a positive experience."
"Gassauer-Fleissner is a classic IP boutique firm, which is strong in all areas of IP but with just enough broadness in connected fields also."
"The responsiveness and service levels are generally excellent."
Notable practitioners
Christian Gassauer-Fleissner enjoys an unrivalled position concerning patent law in Austria and advises on patent applications as well as highly complex infringement proceedings. His further expertise covers unfair competition and trade mark issues. He frequently represents significant pharmaceutical and technology companies. "Christian Gassauer-Fleissner has the statesman's clothes and is experienced and respected in the field." "He is undoubtedly a safe pair of hands." "He is the most experienced patent litigator in Austria."
Dominik Göbel covers a wide range of patent work, including litigation, infringements and applications. His client roster includes well-known players from the technology, automotive and pharmaceutical industries. "Dominik Göbel is really good at IP enforcement, offering real experience and super satisfying client service." "He is able to build on his experience to bring ideas from other cases and add value." "Dominik Göbel supported us proactively and helped us bring the case to a close without noise." "He is a very nice and pleasant person to work with." "Dominik Göbel is active in both litigation and advice and is known for a quick grasp of the matter and a high level of strategic competence."
Manuel Wegrostek is trusted by clients for his expertise across the full spectrum of IP law, handling matters such as trade mark coexistence, licence agreements, opposition and infringement proceedings and patent applications. He is sought after by companies from the pharmaceutical and technology industries. "Manuel Wegrostek is a very smart and intelligent lawyer." "I am quite impressed with Manuel Wegrostek's work." "Manuel Wegrostek is a pleasure to work with. He has excellent knowledge in the fields of trade marks, designs and patents and delivers very practical and commercially minded advice."