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MLL Legal

Intellectual Property

Europe Guide 2026 : Switzerland

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MLL Legal brings talent, expertise and solution-based teamwork to all IP issues. The members of the IP team rank among the leaders in IP law and have vast experience, primarily in Swiss but also in EU and German law. The firm’s IP specialists have extensive and wide-ranging experience in enforcing trademarks, copyrights, designs and patents. The team also offers prosecution services for trademarks, designs and domain names, together with strategic advice and consultation on contracts, including antitrust matters. MLL Legal is a one-stop shop for all IP-related matters.

Industries (25)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients/Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology
  • Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Switzerland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
MLL Legal is a highly specialised IP offering with noteworthy expertise in patent litigation, including both revocation proceedings and infringement cases. The law firm is particularly active in matters relating to the pharmaceutical, technology and food sectors. The team possesses further capabilities in international copyright protection and anti-counterfeiting measures. The lawyers also advise clients on preliminary injunction cases.
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Work Highlights

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  • MLL Legal advised Bayer in patent litigation before the Swiss Federal Patent Court concerning its Nexavar medication against Helvepharm.

Strengths

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  • The MLL Legal team is known beyond the borders of Switzerland for its extensive experience in the field of copyright and trade mark law.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • In my opinion, MLL Legal is qualitatively the best IP litigation practice in Switzerland.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The team at MLL Legal is not only very knowledgeable but also very practical and efficient in its work.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Ritscher
    Michael Ritscher

    Michael Ritscher

    Michael Ritscher is a respected practitioner who acts for clients on trade mark prosecution and patent infringement, with notable experience across the life sciences and music sectors.

    • Michael Ritscher has a high level of motivation, extensive expertise and is very pleasant to work with.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Simon Holzer
    Simon Holzer

    Simon Holzer

    Simon Holzer is renowned for his expertise in patents, regularly advising on revocation and infringement proceedings. He also has expertise in trade mark prosecution and enforcement. He is a favourite among clients from the life sciences sector.

    • Simon Holzer is unflappable and very easy to work with. He has a lot of gravitas and experience in this space.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Peter Schramm
    Peter Schramm

    Peter Schramm

    Peter Schramm regularly assists with copyright and trade mark infringement proceedings, as well as general IP portfolio advice.

    • Peter Schramm thinks outside the box and is always willing to go the extra mile.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Louisa Galbraith
    Louisa Galbraith

    Louisa Galbraith

    Louisa Galbraith assists clients with matters concerning patent injunctions, infringement disputes and trade mark protection.

    • Louisa Galbraith has a high level of motivation, extensive expertise and is very pleasant to work with.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Louisa Galbraith is a very knowledgeable and responsive lawyer.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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