Lawyer for trademark law in Cologne - Specialist lawyer for intellectual property law

As a law firm specializing in trademark law, we represent from brands media meyen clients nationwide - including in Cologne. Whether you are a founder, a medium-sized business or an international company: A strong brand is your most valuable asset. At the same time, trademark law is complex and full of pitfalls. We provide you with comprehensive support - from the initial trademark idea to the legal enforcement of your rights.

Trademark application with DPMA and EUIPO

A professional Trademark application is the first step towards effective Brand protection. We check whether your desired trademark is distinctive and protectable. With a well-founded Trademark search we prevent costly conflicts and avoid collisions with older rights. In doing so, we support you both with German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA) as well as with the EUIPO for a Union trademark.

Our services at a glance:

• Carrying out professional trademark searches

• Assessment of the protectability of your trademark

• Registration of word marks, figurative marks and word/figurative marks

• Advice on the right Brand strategy (Germany, EU, international)

• Renewal and management of existing brands

Enforcement of trademark rights in Cologne

Trademarks are only valuable if they are consistently enforced. We represent you in Trademark infringements by competitors. This often occurs through the unauthorized use of a similar name or logo in stores or on the Internet.

Our activities include:

• Warning of trademark infringements

• Enforcement of Injunctive relief

• Assertion of Compensation for damages

• Application for a preliminary injunction in court in Cologne

• Defense against unjustified warnings

Defense against warnings

Anyone who receives a warning letter for trademark infringement should act immediately. We check whether the warning letter is justified and develop the appropriate strategy. Often the demanded Cease and desist declaration too broad. We renegotiate for you and prevent excessive contractual penalties.

Opposition proceedings and cancellation of trademarks

In addition to the classic infringement action, there are also administrative proceedings:

• Opposition to new trademark applications at DPMA or EUIPO

• Requests for deletion due to non-use or lack of distinctiveness

• Defense your trademark against third-party objections

Especially in Cologne, with its large number of start-ups, agencies and medium-sized companies, conflicts regularly arise between young brands and established brands.

Licensing and contract design

Trademarks are not only defensive rights, but also economic assets. We create and check Trademark license agreements and advise you on Franchise or cooperation models. Also with the Transfer of trademark rights We are at your side in the context of company sales (M&A).

Interfaces with competition law, copyright law and design law

Trademark law often overlaps with other areas of law. We therefore also advise on Competition lawif, for example, misleading advertising or unlawful product imitations are involved. We also assist clients in Copyright and Design lawif logos, packaging or product designs are affected.

Nationwide representation - also before the courts in Cologne

Although our law firm is based in Neuss, we represent clients nationwide - regularly also before the Courts in Cologne. This applies to interim injunctions for trademark infringements as well as main proceedings. Thanks to modern communication, we are at your side quickly and efficiently, no matter where your company is based.

Your contact for trademark law in Cologne

With Robert Meyenspecialist lawyer for intellectual property, you have an experienced partner at your side. We combine professional precision with clear, comprehensible advice - for start-ups, SMEs and international companies.