Knowledge & Events
BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT among the top 10 leading law firms for EPO patent applications in Europe
In terms of the number of EPO patent applications, BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT is one of the four leading law firms in Germany and ranks eighth in Europe. German and British law firms hold a dominant position in Europe. According to...
Warning about phishing e-mails
In light of recent events, we would like to warn you of an increasing number of fraudulent e-mails in circulation which are intended to give the impression of an IP or copyright warning. Various reputable IP law firms, including BOEHMERT...
IP Summer Course 2025 in Munich
We are delighted to invite you to our IP Summer Course in Munich again in 2025! From June 30 to July 4, you can look forward to a varied program entitled “IP Summer Course - Obtaining, Enforcing and Evaluating Intellectual Property Rights in Europe”, which will cover all important aspects of obtaining and protecting intellectual property in Europe. Find out more now!
The Legal 500 – EMEA 2025: Outstanding client judgments, 17 attorneys praised for the first time
Special recognition for achievements in the legal field of “Patent prosecution”. Awards in four other categories. “The team is excellent. They are genuinely interested in knowing the industry and the client’s needs.” “The range of skills is not only broad...
A sandal remains a sandal – also in the opinion of the German Federal Court of Justice
Summary of the latest decision of the German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) on the copyright protection of Birkenstock sandals On February 20, 2025, the Federal Court of Justice ruled in a landmark decision that the world-famous Birkenstock sandals do...
Law and Practice – Christoph Angerhausen, Dr. Herrmann and Dr. Rüberg write in Chambers Patent Litigation Guide 2025
Recent developments in the legal framework and practical implementation in Germany In the 2025 edition of the Chambers Patent Litigation Guide, the three BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT partners Christoph Angerhausen, Dr. Daniel Herrmann (both patent attorneys) and Dr. Michael Rüberg shed...
“A plea for the utility model” – Article by Oliver Tarvenkorn in Markt & Wirtschaft Westfalen 03/25
In the March issue of the trade magazine, Oliver Tarvenkorn explains defensive IP strategies for small and medium-sized companies. The utility model is generally regarded as the “little patent”. However, embedded in an appropriate strategy, utility models can be particularly...
Landmark ruling of CJEU with significant impact on european patent litigation strategies
Earlier this week, the CJEU has issued its long-awaited ruling in the matter of BSH vs Electrolux (CJEU, judgement of February 25, 2025, C-339/22), thereby significantly expanding the possibilities for both the UPC and national courts in the EU Member-States to...
The Legal 500 – Germany 2025: BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT honored in five categories
Special emphasis on the legal area “Patent prosecution”. Recognition of twelve lawyers for outstanding performance. In this year’s edition of “The Legal 500 – Germany”, BOEHMERT & BOEHMERT has again been recognized in five areas. The legal field of “Patent...
