“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)