TEAL Rechtsanwälte

TEAL Rechtsanwälte is a Munich-based boutique firm advising clients on intellectual property and IT law with a clear focus on commercial impact and practical solutions. The firm works with a broad range of clients, from multinational corporations to national leaders and high-growth start-ups, providing strategic legal guidance. The firm was founded by four experienced partners Dr. Patrick Baronikians, Susanne Schmidt Dr. Daniel Kaboth and Benjamin Spies to deliver a new approach to legal advice: hands-on support, partner-level attention, flat hierarchies, open communication, and a “part of the in-house team” mindset.

Partners: Dr. Patrick Baronikians, Susanne Schmidt Dr. Daniel Kaboth, Benjamin Spies

Number of Fee Earners: 7

Within intellectual property, TEAL is recognized for its expertise in trademarks and designs, including strategic portfolio management, cross-border enforcement, contentious proceedings before German courts and EU institutions, and licensing advice. The team helps clients protect, manage and commercially leverage their brand assets across multiple jurisdictions.

The firm also provides advice on IT-related legal matters, covering software, hardware, artificial intelligence (AI), data protection, and digital business models, ensuring that technology and IP strategies are aligned with the client’s business objectives.

TEAL combines deep technical and legal knowledge with a pragmatic, results-driven approach, offering tailored solutions and close collaboration with in-house teams across legal, marketing, and product development functions. Its strong international network enables coordinated multi-jurisdictional filings, enforcement strategies, and dispute resolution, ensuring client rights are protected globally.

Key Strengths:

• Strategic management and enforcement of complex trademark and design portfolios
• High-profile litigation and cross-border enforcement
• Commercially focused, pragmatic advice tailored to client objectives
• Close collaboration with in-house legal, marketing, and product development teams