Chambers Global IP (2022)
Rainer Schultes is particularly active defending pharmaceutical companies against trade mark and unfair competitions claims. He additionally assists with international domain disputes. One client notes: „He is very pragmatic and solution-oriented.“
Chambers Global IP (2022)
Juliane Messner is the only lawyer in Austria who is also ranked for “Foreign Expertise in Italy”: Italian-qualified Juliane Messner advises prominent clients on trade mark and copyright questions, also in reference to Italian intellectual property law. She has previously been active on trade mark arbitration tribunals convened by the Milan chamber of arbitration. One satisfied client attests: „Juliane Messner is very focused, brings the relevant topics to the point and then immediately shows solutions. She is a brilliant lawyer.“
Chambers Global IP (2022)
Constantin Kletzer represents clients in trade mark disputes and further advises clients on non-contentious trade mark matters. He also assists with copyright issues, domain law and unfair competition. One client lauds: „He is a talented litigator and it is always a pleasure to work with him because he is able to provide practical solutions to complex issues.“
Chambers Global IP (2022)
Alexander Schnider boasts strong experience in gaming and tech-related IP issues. He advises clients on trade marks, licensing and unfair competition as well as trade secrets and copyright issues. One client attests: „He knows the gaming industry like no other lawyer in Austria.“ The client adds: „His advice is well founded and he is also happy to explain the legal background for strategic decisions.„
Chambers Global IP (2022)
What the team is known for: GEISTWERT is a well-known firm offering an IP service comprising patent and trade mark-related advice, including portfolio management and infringement litigation. The law firm boasts additional experience in domain disputes as well as licence agreements and contentious as well as non-contentious copyright mandates. The team attracts clients from various industries, including gaming, food and drink, life sciences and construction.
WTR 1000 (2022)
Also on deck are Juliane Messner and Max Mosing, both of whom receive rave reviews. “Juliane is one of the best IP lawyers in the country. She is business oriented and a great team player who can find creative solutions to complex problems – traits which are crucial when navigating complicated, time-sensitive projects.” “With a refreshing approach to problem solving, Max has the capacity to see the bigger picture and always considers matters from a commercial standpoint. Plus, he is friendly and witty, which makes working with him all the moreenjoyable.”
WTR 1000 (2022)
“The perfect fit for software companies”, Alexander Schnider has “a real passion for technology and exceptional business acumen. He is brilliant not just because of his extensive experience and knowledge, but also because he is a master strategist and smart negotiator who thinks critically and performs remarkably in the courtroom.”
WTR 1000 (2022)
Two of its stars are Rainer Schultes and Constantin Kletzer, both of whom “are incredibly knowledgeable and easy to work with. They anticipate the needs of clients before they even ask”. “Schultes has a perfect understanding of his field and an excellent approach to IP matters”; while Kletzer is a “fabulous lawyer who easily comprehends the reality of international business”.
WTR 1000 (2022)
Its “five innovative founding partners and their diverse personalities” have shaped GEISTWERT into “a ground-breaking Austrian law firm that is virtually unrivalled on the market”. A prime pick for any and all branding matters, the team “has revolutionised the local landscape and acts on innovative cases that have yet to break ground in the courts”. As is evident from the amount of spontaneous feedback it attracts, the 2014-established outfit has worked hard to position itself as a premier destination and its efforts have not gone unnoticed. “It is not easy to impress new clients and convince them to work with you,” comments one foreign associate, “but the GEISTWERT team not only does that – it also carries on performing at an exceptional level day in, day out. Their interest in legal, business and technological developments guarantees innovative solutions to complex problems.”
MIP IP Stars 2021
Rainer Schultes was named an IP Star 2021 for Patents and Trademarks
MIP IP Stars 2021
Alexander Schnider was named an IP Star 2021 for Trademarks and Copyrights
MIP IP Stars 2021
Max Mosing was named an IP Star 2021 for Trademarks
MIP IP Stars 2021
Constantin Kletzer was named an IP Star 2021 for Patents and Trademarks
JUVE Österreich IP (2021)
Führende Namen im Geistigen Eigentum: Rainer Schultes im Patentrecht.
Oft empfohlen: Rainer Schultes; im Patentrecht haben sich die Partner […] und Rainer Schultes für ihre Prozessvertretung einen hervorragenden Ruf erarbeitet.