Protecting and managing intellectual property (IP) is a cornerstone of our firm’s practice. We support our clients, including renowned world industry leaders, in safeguarding all facets of their IP portfolio in the most efficient manner, from trademarks and industrial designs, to copyright, patents and trade secrets.
We are widely acknowledged by both clients and peers as one of the foremost IP law firms in Greece. We actively engage with international associations within this field and consistently participate in highly influential IP global events, ensuring that we are consistently well-informed and positioned to provide cutting-edge guidance.
Our office offers comprehensive IP portfolio management and prosecution services, along with the enforcement of IP rights and representation before courts and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) bodies in contentious matters. We also provide advice on various types of IP licensing and assignment agreements, as well as transactions involving the management, transfer, or acquisition of IP rights.
Startups. Our office shares the values and disruptive approach of the startup community. We take great pride in delivering top-tier legal services to startups from the moment of their incorporation, guiding them through subsequent seed rounds and financing endeavors. We are fluent in the language of entrepreneurs, attuned to their needs and priorities, and adept at adapting our services within a rapidly evolving, flexible, yet demanding ecosystem.
Services
Trademark Services
- Trademark Search and Clearance. Conducting searches to assess trademark availability.
- Trademark Registration. Preparing and filing EU, international and Greek trademark applications with trademark offices.
- Trademark Prosecution. Handling responses to trademark office actions and maintaining trademark registrations.
- Trademark Licensing. Negotiating and drafting trademark licensing agreements.
- Trademark Enforcement. Protecting trademarks through cease-and-desist letters, oppositions, and litigation.
Copyright Services
- Copyright Registration. Filing copyright registrations for creative works.
- Copyright Licensing. Negotiating and drafting licensing agreements for copyrighted content.
- Copyright Enforcement. Representing clients in copyright infringement disputes.
Trade Secret Protection
- Trade Secret Identification. Assisting in identifying and protecting trade secrets within an organization.
- Trade Secret Agreements. Drafting confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
- Trade Secret Litigation. Pursuing legal action against trade secret misappropriation.
Patent Services:
- Patent Drafting. Preparing and filing patent applications with patent offices.
- Patent Drafting. Preparing and filing patent applications with patent offices. Patent Prosecution. Managing the process of responding to patent office actions and securing patent rights.
- Patent Portfolio Management. Strategically managing and maintaining a portfolio of patents.
IP Due Diligence
- Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investments to assess the value and risks associated with IP assets.
Startup IP Strategy.
- Advising startups on developing an IP strategy that aligns with their business goals, including guidance on when and how to protect IP assets, budget considerations, and IP risk assessment. This may include patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret strategies tailored to the startup’s needs.
Licensing and Technology Transfer
- Drafting and negotiating licensing agreements for the use of IP rights.
- Assisting in technology transfer transactions between research institutions and businesses.
IP Litigation
- Representing clients in IP litigation, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret litigation.
- Defending against IP infringement claims and asserting IP rights in court.
Domain Name Disputes
- Resolving disputes related to domain name ownership and cybersquatting through legal actions or domain name dispute resolution procedures.
IP Portfolio Strategy
- Developing and implementing strategies to maximize the value of an IP portfolio and align it with business goals.
Highlights
- Representing a global industry leader in sports apparel and footwear before Greek courts to protect and defend their iconic brands.
- Assisting a leading player in the international fruit industry to implement their anti-counterfeiting strategy within Greece, including legal representation in a series of actions before both Courts and authorities.
- Representing a distinguished alcoholic beverage producer amidst a global contentious dispute with the Russian Federation concerning the ownership rights to iconic vodka trademarks.