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Constantin Kletzer boasts a strong IP practice. He 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 coexistence agreements. „He is amazingly active and driven, speaks my type of language and goes by my speed.“ „We are always satisfied with him. He thinks very strategically and to the point.“ „Constantin Kletzer is an excellent IP lawyer who is highly efficient and always precise and concise.“ „Especially when it comes to strategy he is amazing.“ „You can always reach him and he delivers very fast work results and responses.“

Italian and Austrian-qualified Juliane Messner is well placed to assist with IP mandates involving both jurisdictions. She advises prominent clients on trade mark questions, including complex infringement mandates. Clients also benefit from her experience in arbitration proceedings. „Juliane Messner proved to be a most valued support due to her in-depth legal and commercial insights.“ „Juliane Messner has a great technical and legal mind and is very responsive.“ „She tells us always exactly what to do, when to do it, how to do it and why to do it – crystal clear and to the point.“ „You can feel in every project that she loves her work and she understands her client’s specific business needs.“

Juliane furthermore is the only Austrian IP lawyer ranked as „Foreign expert in Italy“.

What the team is known for: GEISTWERT is a well-known law firm offering an excellent IP practice 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, technology and energy.

Strengths: „All lawyers are super easy to work with and can shuffle matters around their own ranks to make sure that you get the best lawyer for your matter.“ „The team is super quick and its client service is impeccable.“ „GEISTWERT provides valuable insights and advice, especially from a commercial point of view and regarding possible legal traps.“ „The GEISTWERT partners are specialised in all fields of IP and thus can handle complex matters with enough manpower. The team never loses focus or the overview of the big picture and the economic background.“ „The firm’s pragmatism and dependability produce exceptional results also in international, complex and sophisticated matters and in front of the authorities and courts. The team pairs legal expertise with a hands-on approach.“

Last but not least, “Juliane Messner possesses outstanding legal knowledge and a thorough awareness of her clients’ business and their commercial needs. She consistently offers high-quality, solutions-focused counsel in all her cases.”

“Max Mosing is a fantastic IP lawyer. He is a very astute and creative thinker when it comes to strategy, and has been the backbone of many of his clients’ successes. He has a wealth of commercial acumen, is goal oriented, and is also an easy-going team player, all of which makes it a pleasure to work with him.”

“In Austria, Rainer Schultes and Constantin Kletzer are the go-to partners for trademark matters. For multinational corporations it is crucial that local partners have extensive expertise, are very familiar with local case law, and actively work to maintain a good relationship with in-house counsel. Rainer and Constantin accomplish this and more.”

First name on the list, “Alexander Schnider is a dedicated and talented lawyer who prioritises the commercial interests of his clientele and shapes his advice to meet their objectives. Thanks to his vast legal expertise, he can cut through the clutter and quickly reach the core of the matter; effortlessly solving any issues that may crop up along the way.”

“The best thing about GEISTWERT is that they offer a team of five partners, all of whom are entrepreneurs. Due to their knowledge, attentiveness and aptitude for clearly communicating important facts, the team provides practical, IP-savvy assistance to an impressive roster of clients.”

Amongst 11 Austrian IP Lawyers in total, WTR named Constantin Kletzer, Max Mosing and Alexander Schnider as „Global Leaders“ in Private Practice“

Also on deck are Juliane Messner and Max Mosing, both of whom receive rave reviews. […] “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.”

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.”

“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.”

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”.

[GEISTWERT’s] “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.”

As a firm, GEISTWERT received the following MIP IP Stars Firm Rankings 2022:

Patent contentious: Tier 1
Trade mark contentious: Tier 1
Trade mark prosecution: Tier 2
Copyright & related rights: Highly Recommended (only “highly recommended” and “recommended” available)