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Who we are

We offer comprehensive protection and advice for intellectual property in Switzerland and internationally. We combine technical expertise with strategic insight to effectively secure and defend your innovations.

Our Mission

Our mission is to maximize the protection and value creation of intellectual property through top-notch legal expertise and strategic advice. We are committed to innovation, offer customized solutions, and support our clients in securing their place in the global market.

What we do

Our services

Patent Searches

Patentability Search: Investigation of the state of the art to determine if an invention is new and inventive. In particular, we offer assisted patent searches to help you identify the relevant prior art.
Legal Status Search: Review of the legal status of a patent to determine if it is still valid or has been challenged.
Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Search: Examination to determine if a product or technology can be brought to market without infringing existing patents.
Technology Monitoring Search: Regular monitoring of a specific technical field to track new developments and applications.

Trademark Searches

Trademark Collision Search: Verification of whether a trademark is available or if there are already similar or identical trademarks that could lead to confusion.
Trademark Applicant Search: Search for trademark applications and registrations by specific companies or individuals.
Trademark Monitoring Search: Regular monitoring of trademark registers to detect potential conflicts with new applications at an early stage.
Trademark Usage Search: Verification of whether a trademark is actually in use to prepare potential non-use objections.

Design Searches

Design Novelty Search: Verification of whether a design is new and unique before it is registered.
Design Monitoring Search: Regular monitoring of design applications to detect infringements or imitations.
Legal Status Search: Review of the legal status of a design to determine if it is still in force.

Domain Searches

Domain Name Search: Verification of the availability of domain names and potential conflicts with existing trademark rights.
Domain Monitoring: Regular monitoring of domain registrations to detect trademark infringements on the internet.

Competitor Analyses

Competitor Search: Analysis of the patent, trademark, and design activities of competitors to support strategic decisions.
Market Monitoring Search: Monitoring market trends and developments in the field of intellectual property.

Trade Secrets

Due Diligence Search: Review of trade secrets in the context of mergers or acquisitions.

Why work with us ?

Each client receives advice tailored to their business goals and industry-specific characteristics.

We have technical backgrounds in areas such as engineering, physics, MedTech, digital health, artificial intelligence, vacuum technology, nanotechnology, and microscopy, which enables a deep understanding of your technologies.

We understand the importance of budget control and work closely with you to develop cost-effective solutions that meet your needs without compromising the quality or scope of our services.

We offer strategic advice to optimize your IP portfolio, strengthen your market position, and navigate complex IP landscapes.

With extensive experience in international IP law and a global network, we are optimally positioned to represent and protect your interests not only in Switzerland and Europe but worldwide.

Would you like to start a project with us ?

Schedule a free initial online consultation.