Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney), Mag. Constantin Kletzer, MMag. Juliane Messner, Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde), Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Global IP Awards – IP Firm of the Year 2020 – Austria
The Global IP Awards presented by iam and WTR
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney), Mag. Constantin Kletzer, MMag. Juliane Messner, Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde), Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
GEISTWERT has been included within the top 10 Austrian Patent firms
The Patent Lawyer Law Firm Rankings 2020
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney), Mag. Constantin Kletzer, MMag. Juliane Messner, Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde), Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Handelsblatt in cooperation with Best Lawyers awarded GEISTWERT as follows for Austria 2020: Law Firm of the Year for Industrial Property: GEISTWERT. Lawyer of the Year for IT-Law: Max Mosing. Amongst the best lawyers for Industrial Property: Juliane Messner, Constantin Kletzer, Max Mosing, Alexander Schnider and Rainer Schultes. Amongst the best lawyers for IT-law: Max Mosing & Alexander Schnider. Amongst the best lawyers for technology law: Juliane Messner & Alexander Schnider. Amongst the best lawyers for dispute resolution: Constantin Kletzer.
Handelsblatt: Austria’s Best Lawyers 2020 – in cooperation with Best Lawyers
Mag. Constantin Kletzer
Constantin Kletzer was named an IP Star 2020 for Patents and Trademarks
MIP IP Stars 2020
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
Alexander Schnider was named an IP Star 2020 for Trademarks and Copyrights
MIP IP Stars 2020
Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Rainer Schultes was named an IP Star 2020 for Patents and Trademarks
MIP IP Stars 2020
MMag. Juliane Messner
“Juliane is a brilliant brain and she is always very focused on the clients needs. I am very impressed that she is able to deliver custom tailored structures/advice. She has a deep industry knowledge and she always finds a good solution.”
Legal 500 EMEA, TMT 2020 – Testimonials on Individuals (also see Legal 500 EMEA, IP 2020 Ranking)
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
“Alexander Schnider is the go-to lawyer in Austria for interactive entertainment, he knows the business as such and our business goals like no other.”
Legal 500 EMEA, TMT 2020 – Testimonials on Individuals (also see Legal 500 EMEA, IP 2020 Ranking)
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney), Mag. Constantin Kletzer, MMag. Juliane Messner, Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde), Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
What the team is known for TMT boutique offering dependable expertise in IT and related IP matters. Noted for high-quality work in software contracts and game development. Additionally handles related IP aspects, especially copyright and trade mark matters. Further areas of activity include data protection, international e-commerce and IT outsourcing. Often seen advising technology start-ups as well as numerous clients in the media, entertainment and electronics industries. Represents state-owned and private companies on both domestic and multi-jurisdictional matters. Strengths: The firm receives praise by a client who enthuses: “Cross-border work is handled brilliantly by GEISTWERT, not least because of the very strong international network of the law firm.” Another satisfied client further appreciates the team’s ability to “explain complicated facts in a simple and practical way.” Work highlights: Advised Mi’pu’mi Games on the negotiations regarding the contracts for the development of a new game franchise.
Chambers Europe – TMT: Information Technology
Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde)
Max Mosing frequently assists clients with data protection, e-commerce and large IT projects. One satisfied client says: “He knows the market and our needs very well, and is always punctual and reliable. All our problems are solved in such a way that the reasoning is comprehensible for our employees.”
Chambers Europe – TMT: Information Technology
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
Alexander Schnider is well known for his expertise in matters concerning trade marks, unfair competition and software development. In addition to trade mark clearance and other non-contentious issues, he represents clients in court proceedings and settlement negotiations. Schnider’s clients hail from a variety of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food and drink, as well as IT and gaming. A client proclaims that “his qualities are definitely his analytical skills, his technical background, his enthusiasm for new technologies and his ability to put himself quickly in the position of a negotiating partner.”
Chambers Global 2020 – Intellectual Property
Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde)
Max Mosing is an active adviser with particular strength in trade mark and copyright matters. He regularly represents clients in domestic and international disputes, including before the Austrian Supreme Court. Clients are fond of his experienced and practical working style, stating that “Max Mosing knows the market and our needs very well and he is always punctual and reliable. All our problems are solved in such a way that the reasoning is comprehensible to our employees.”
Chambers Global 2020 – Intellectual Property
Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Rainer Schultes improves his ranking thanks to strong market feedback and a high level of activity in leading high-profile IP proceedings. He advises both claimants and defendants before domestic and EU courts, with regard to patent and trade mark as well as trade secret and unfair competition disputes. Clients especially appreciate that “he has a technical background, which is exactly what we need. He always seems to be personally concerned with winning a case and approaches the matters with a lot of dedication.”
Chambers Global 2020 – Intellectual Property
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney), Mag. Constantin Kletzer, MMag. Juliane Messner, Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M. (IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde), Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Since its opening in 2014, IP, IT and technology specialists at GEISTWERT Rechtsanwälte have gone from strength to strength. The hands-on nature of its partners gives the firm a cutting edge and clients benefit from its direct approach, short lines of communication and strong expertise. “Rockstars of the IP scene, this outfit comprises the next generation of lawyers who are young, dynamic and focused and have rightfully reached their place at the very top of Austria’s IP and IT lawyers.”
WTR 1000 (2020)
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
Kicking off the five-strong line up is Alexander Schnider, “an absolute expert in IP matters. He is one of the most tech-savvy attorneys around, who provides crystal-clear and to-the-point advice on what to do, why to do it and how to do it to get the best results. A tough negotiator, tech enthusiast and business-minded attorney, Schnider is ahead of the game, and certainly ahead of his competitors”.
WTR 1000 (2020)