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Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright - Netherlands
What the Team is Known For
Kennedy Van der Laan often assists clients with the negotiation of intellectual property licences. The law firm also handles a number of contentious matters, including representing clients in trade mark infringement and invalidity proceedings, as well as advising on trade secrets litigation and copyright disputes. The team has experience in anti-counterfeiting mandates and regulatory compliance obligations.
Strengths
Kennedy Van der Laan have great knowledge of the law as well as the business impact of matters they advise on.
Kennedy Van der Laan provides a strong customer-oriented approach.
Work Highlights
Kennedy Van der Laan defended Brooks Sports in trade mark litigation brought by Puma in relation to the use of 'nitro'.
Notable practitioners
Maarten Schut often advises clients on IP licensing as part of R&D agreements. He also represents clients in trade secrets and trade mark litigation.
Maarten Schut is a pleasant person to work with. He has great knowledge of intellectual property rights.