Homburger

Business law firm Homburger has an excellent reputation for IP disputes and transactions work. Its IP practice is headed by Georg Rauber and Gregor Bühler, who handle IP disputes and transactions. Another key partner in the practice for patent dispute is Andri Hess, a non-permanent Swiss Federal Patent Court judge. Werner Stieger is another notable practitioner in dispute resolution and contract negotiations.

2023

"The team displays high legal and technical competence, availability and friendliness."

"Andri Hess showed a high degree of dedication to our case. In addition, he was willing and able to bring together technical details from all different sources. Dr. Andri Hess was one of the most important factors in successfully defending our IP."

"We appreciate the accuracy and turnover time of their legal advice."

"We appreciate their depth of knowledge, dedication to the case, and the excellent working atmosphere."

IP infringement and lawsuit cases for the technology and financial services featured in 2021. 

In 2021, the firm enforced Illumina's nucleotide molecule patents before the Swiss Federal Patent Court against the Chinese BGI/MGI group. It also completed ownership litigation for a consultancy. Counsel David Rosenthal departed the firm in 2020. 

The firm advised Molecular Partners on IP-related matters in connection with a collaboration with Novartis to develop DARPin for pandemic application. It also presided over IP M&A for a data analytics client.