Intellectual Property - Austria
What the team is known for
PENDL MAIR enjoys a robust standing in the market. The team advises clients on the full range of trade mark issues, including portfolio management, applications and disputes including opposition proceedings. The law firm also assists with copyright and unfair competition issues, as well as licensing. Clients stem from the energy, food and drink, and media industries, among others.
Strengths
"The team is attentive and prompt and also familiar with international matters."
"PENDL MAIR is very client-oriented and responds quickly."
"The team provides very strong overall strategic advice."
"The firm clearly sees itself as walking in the client's shoes, aiming for a commercially sensible solution."
"PENDL MAIR is very service-oriented."
Work highlights
Advised HOERBIGER on the management of its trade mark portfolio, including global trade mark infringement cases.
Notable practitioners
Gerald Mair enters the rankings due to strong feedback from clients and market observers. He assists with a range of IP mandates with a particular strength in trade mark matters, including applications and portfolio management as well as related disputes. "Gerald Mair has profound legal knowledge in the IP area and offers quick and extremely competent advice." "We are pleased with his experience and responsiveness." "Gerald Mair has a very fine sense of how a case is put together and what strategic means are available to reach the client's goals and best serve the client's interests." "His service is responsive and comprehensive." "He offers a good understanding of the clients' priorities."