AWA

Denmark

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Overview

AWA is one of the leading IP firms in the Scandinavian region for IP rights protection and portfolio management. It also has a team of lawyers for contentious and non-contentious legal advice. IP lawyer Thor Mosaker is the firm's CEO. The firm expanded over the past few years by hiring new IP practitioners; integrating a domain names service into its trade mark offering; and acquiring IP firm Pronovem in June 2019. Pronovem has offices in Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland. Following the acquisition, Pronovem's European patent and trade mark attorney Joëlle Van Malderen was appointed as the head of the firm's Benelux operations. Van Malderen is based in Belgium.

The firm has experienced patent attorneys in Denmark to advise on patent matters in major technical fields such as life sciences, mechanics and chemistry. European patent attorney Sidsel Hauge oversees its Danish patent practice while soft IP practitioner Anette Rasmussen leads the trade mark practice and the legal arm, AWA Law.

The experienced senior patent practitioners in the practice include Vibeke Warberg Rohde, Mikkel Roed Trier, Lasse Henze, Eva Carlsson and Michael Bech Sommer. For trade marks, clients have practitioners like Claus Marcussen. Technology specialist Matthew Baines is among the practitioners to watch.

Testimonial

2024/2025

“AWA Denmark A/S has made a lasting impression through their remarkable achievements in the cases we've worked on together. Their dedication to excellence, paired with a profound grasp of technical intricacies and a focus on delivering results, sets them apart in the competitive realm of patent consultancy.”

“AWA Denmark A/S is one of our preferred partners in patent matters because of their unrivalled expertise and collaborative approach. Their team of highly skilled patent attorneys and specialists deeply understands the complexities of securing and defending intellectual property rights. Their proven track record highlights their ability to navigate the intricate legal landscape with precision and efficiency.”

“AWA has always been highly responsive and extremely professional. We feel that they provide sound advice based on years of experience.”

“Collaborating with AWA Denmark A/S has highlighted their outstanding skills and proficiency in patent affairs. The professionalism of the AWA Denmark A/S team, combined with the practitioners' extensive technical expertise, has consistently surpassed our expectations, and remains the driving force behind our ongoing partnership with AWA Denmark A/S across various patent cases.”

“Our company has chosen AWA Denmark A/S for our patent work due to their remarkable track record in our collaborative projects. Their commitment to excellence is apparent in every interaction, and their profound understanding of technical intricacies consistently yields tangible, impactful results. AWA Denmark's proactive approach and exceptional expertise make them an invaluable partner in the ever-evolving field of patent consultancy. Their seamless integration of skills with our needs ensures we consistently achieve optimal outcomes in protecting and advancing our intellectual property.”

“The people at AWA are trustworthy and responsive. They go out of their way to be helpful in answering questions and providing advice.”

“What truly distinguishes AWA Denmark is their commitment to collaboration. They work closely with us to ensure the best possible results, gaining a comprehensive understanding of our clients' unique needs and goals. This partnership allows us to tailor our strategies effectively to protect our clients' innovations, making AWA Denmark A/S the ideal partner for patent matters."

Joacim Lydén

“Has an excellent understanding of patents and legal proceedings.”

Mikkel Roed Trier

"Mikkel Roed Trier from AWA Denmark has been instrumental in handling numerous intricate patent cases across various domains, notably mechanics. With a wealth of experience as a patent attorney, Mikkel Roed Trier offers expert guidance on intricate technical matters inherent in complex patent issues, alongside invaluable strategic counsel. His prowess in the patent arena is underscored by his legal finesse, strategic acumen, and nuanced comprehension of industry dynamics, setting him apart as a standout professional in the field."

"Mikkel Roed Trier from AWA Denmark has played a crucial role in managing a wide range of challenging patent cases, especially within the mechanical sector. As a seasoned patent attorney, Mikkel brings extensive expertise to navigating the technical intricacies of complex patent matters, while also providing strategic advice. His exceptional skills in the patent domain are highlighted by his legal proficiency, strategic insight, and deep understanding of industry trends, distinguishing him as a leading expert in his field."

Sidsel Hauge

“Particularly noteworthy is Sidsel Hauge's expertise in pharmaceutical patents, informed by her robust background in chemical engineering. Her contributions, marked by insightful perspectives and strategic analysis, have been pivotal to the favourable outcomes of our collaborative patent endeavours.”

“Sidsel Hauge consistently demonstrates legal astuteness and meticulous attention to detail in case analysis and litigation, distinguishing her as an exemplary patent attorney.”

“Sidsel Hauge from AWA Denmark has proven instrumental in navigating complex patent issues within the pharmaceutical sector. Her collaborative nature, combined with a deep understanding of the relevant industries, facilitates seamless cooperation.”

“Sidsel Hauge has been pivotal in tackling challenging patent matters. Known for her cooperative nature and extensive industry expertise, she enhances team efficiency. Her notable proficiency in pharmaceutical patents, underpinned by a strong foundation in chemical engineering, is particularly impressive.”

“Sidsel's valuable insights and strategic judgements have significantly influenced the success of our collaborative patent initiatives. With her consistent legal proficiency and meticulous case analysis, Sidsel Hauge stands out as an exceptional patent attorney.”

Vibeke Warberg Rohde

“Vibeke is responsive and very professional. She communicates in a way that is easy to comprehend, which allows me to provide useful information to the client.”

“When I work with Vibeke, it always feels collaborative and like we are partners in the same firm. I really appreciate her perspective.”

2023

"They are very qualified in their work and very professional."

"They have good communication skills, responsiveness, and great expertise in the field of geographical indications."

"They provide consistent advice and very safe hands. "

"They are very friendly and have a pragmatic approach to the work to be done."

"I like that the AWA team is very professional, knowledgeable and service-oriented."

"We appreciate the excellent service, communication and performance."

"They are knowledgeable, responsive and cordial. They always go above and beyond to provide detailed explanations to help clients make informed decisions."

"We appreciate the team as they are very professional, have extensive knowledge and experience, and this makes them excellent strategic advisers."

"We have collaborated with AWA on several matters. AWA's team can best be described as having a deep understanding of the complicated technical issues related to patents in the biotechnology and manufacturing sectors, while also being able to provide great strategic advice. The team at AWA is also very service-minded and in general a great collaborator on patent matters."

2022 client testimonials

"We have had a long-term relationship because they are quick in their answers and are reliable."

"They have great trade mark lawyers."

"We use them because of their amazing work, achievements and service levels."

"Strong relationship and excellent professional standards, both in Denmark and throughout their global network of agents."

"They are the best. They have a very good business understanding and can provide excellent IP strategy advice on a global level."

 

2021 client testimonials

“They have a strategic approach and a deep understanding of our products,” says a client.

 

2019 client testimonials

A client commended the firm’s practitioners for providing an “overview of very complicated issues” and their “ability to think in a tactical and strategic way”. The client concluded: “Our experience was just excellent.”

Another client appreciated the team’s “efficiency, solid advice and quick responses”.      

“They guide their customers in a good way and always have a solution, offering value for our money,” a client said.               

One company explained why it uses the firm: “They have extensive knowledge of our [patent] portfolio and company and good people handling the work to our satisfaction.” The client added: “[It is] a small team that knows us very well and always the same people so we never have to explain background information again and again. They are reliable and get things done.”

A brand owner client said the firm has “service-minded” practitioners, adding: “They know our trade marks and history and provide good advice.”

Patent

Case studies show the firm advised clients in the biotechnology and manufacturing sectors on patent protection and office proceedings. Its patent team defended an important European patent of a food & beverage company and provided patent litigation support for a case against it in Germany. The team also advised VKR Holding on patent protection strategy. Thor Mosaker succeeded IP lawyer Magnus Hallin as the firm's CEO. Hallin left the firm in March 2020.