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: Offers a comprehensive IP service with a particular focus on patent and trade mark-related advice, including portfolio management and infringement matters. Additional experience in domain name and co-existence matters. Also assists with counterfeiting and customs measures. Attracts clients from the pharmaceutical, media and fashion industries. Strengths: Interviewees commend the „dynamic, forward-thinking lawyers“ in the team, appreciating their ability „to give their advice in a way that is easily understandable“ to clients. Commentators underline that „the responsiveness is incredible“ and that they „feel very well looked after“ by the team. Work highlights: Represented the holder of a patent for authentication processes in online banking in an infringement claim against a bank.
Chambers Europe 2019 – Intellectual Property
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
Alexander Schnider boast particular strength in design and colour mark infringements and also assists with anti-counterfeiting matters and copyright clearances. One interviewee states: „When I have complicated questions, I go to him.“ He acted for a media group on its trade mark portfolio management and also advises clients from the TMT and beverage sectors.
Chambers Europe 2019 – Intellectual Property
Mag. Constantin Kletzer
Constantin Kletzer advises on a range of matters, including anti-piracy and counterfeiting measures, as well as enforcement and infringement matters. Kletzer is highlighted by a client as „very proactive and innovative.“ He assisted Gruner + Jahr with opposition proceedings against trade mark applications by a third party.
Chambers Europe 2019 – Intellectual Property
Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M.(IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde)
Max Mosing advises clients from the automotive and fashion spheres and has a strong focus on the IT sector. He assists clients with anti-counterfeiting, domain name and trade mark infringement matters, and sources report that he is „good in trade mark work.“
Chambers Europe 2019 – Intellectual Property
Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Rainer Schultes assists clients from a range of sectors, including the beverage and pharmaceutical fields, with design protections and trade mark prosecution. He has further experience in contentious IP matters, such as patent infringement and nullity proceedings.
Chambers Europe 2019 – 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
What the team is known for: TMT boutique offering dependable expertise in IT and related IP matters. Notable for high-quality work in software contracts and game development. 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: One client values the team’s „very business-oriented“ approach, underlining the „quick responses and out-of-the-box advice.“ Another client highlights the team’s „excellent“ lawyers. Work highlights: Assisted the Austrian National Library with GDPR implementation.
Chambers Europe 2019 – TMT: Information Technology
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
Alexander Schnider regularly advises on contract negotiations, licensing issues and data protection matters, with further experience in IT outsourcing mandates. He advised Ingram Micro on GDPR implementation.
Chambers Europe 2019 – TMT: Information Technology
Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M.(IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde)
Max Mosing advises clients on contract negotiations and data privacy matters, including GDPR implementation and data processing agreements.
Chambers Europe 2019 – TMT: Information Technology
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
Compact yet first-class boutique GEISTWERT “stands out from the Austrian legal crowd”. It acts as a think tank, sharing infinite knowledge “to deftly guide clients through choppy legal waters”. Alexander Schnider, Max Mosing, Constantin Kletzer, Rainer Schultes and Juliane Messner form a constellation of stars.
WTR 1000, 2019
Mag. Alexander Schnider, LL.M. (Sydney)
“An IP all-rounder, Alexander is clever and gives fruitful advice that shows companies how to use their brands to achieve business goals. He is a trademark wizard with some of the best legal knowledge in Austria. When presented with a complex case he drills down on critical issues with ease.”
WTR 1000, 2019
Dr. Max W. Mosing, LL.M.(IT-Law), LL.M.(Strathclyde)
Colleague Mosing is applauded by patrons for his “quick and flexible responses, his clued-in counsel is clear and crisp”. Mosing and Kletzer represent one of the largest global gambling companies, Novomatic, in a majority of its international trademark cases along with developing the brand’s strategy.
WTR 1000, 2019
Mag. Constantin Kletzer
“Constantin is a familiar face in the courtroom. He is exceptionally bright, but ultimately practical. Unlike a lot of Austrian lawyers, he is less formal and easy to approach.” Kletzer recently conducted a major seizure on behalf of Christian Louboutin, eliminating 2,000 copycat goods from the market. Mosing and Kletzer represent one of the largest global gambling companies, Novomatic, in a majority of its international trademark cases along with developing the brand’s strategy.
WTR 1000, 2019
Ing. Mag. Rainer Schultes
Another contentious hot-shot, “Rainer is a fierce opponent. However, he is always open to serious and reasonable negotiations.”
WTR 1000, 2019
MMag. Juliane Messner
“Juliane is all about solutions; while others are talking problems, she has already resolved the issue. She understands the importance of constructing commercially savvy strategies, thus her advice is given with consideration for economic and business factors. When it comes to transactions Juliane is quick to analyse and determine the core IP aspects and she is efficient in settling matters. Juliane is a formidable and intuitive team-player who knows when to jump in or stand down.”
WTR 1000, 2019
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 awarded „IT Law – Law Firm of the Year in Austria“
Editor’s Choice winner of the 2019 Corporate Intl Magazine Global Award