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HOFFMANN EITLE experts again among Europe's Leading IP practitioners

We’re proud to share that several of our experts have been named in the IP STARS 2025 rankings by Managing IP, recognizing them as top intellectual property practitioners in Europe. This prestigiou...

HOFFMANN EITLE recognized in the IAM Patent 1000 2025 Rankings

We are delighted to share that HOFFMANN EITLE has once again been ranked among the top patent firms in Europe by IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals. This year’s rankings hig...

UPC Announces Progress on New Case Management System in Cooperation with EPO

The Unified Patent Court (UPC), working closely with the European Patent Office (EPO) and representatives from user organizations, is making strong progress on its new Case Management System (CMS),...

HOFFMANN EITLE wins at Managing IP EMEA Awards 2025

On April 10, 2025, Managing IP celebrated the achievements of the intellectual property law community in EMEA with a prestigious ceremony in London. HOFFMANN EITLE has been honored with two prestig...

HOFFMANN EITLE is attending the INTA Annual Meeting 2025 in San Diego

We are pleased to announce that HOFFMANN EITLE will be attending the 2025 International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting from May 17-21 in San Diego, California. As one of the world’s la...

Making the fictional skilled person real: the first oral examination of expert witnesses at the Unified Patent Court

Patent disputes often hinge on the "skilled person," a fictional representation of someone working in the relevant technical field. While most European courts typically rely on documentary...

HOFFMANN EITLE Quarterly Newsletter 03/25

Dear Colleagues and Friends, We are excited to present the first issue of the Hoffmann Eitle Quarterly of 2025, highlighting key developments shaping European IP law. In our first article, we offer...

Product seizure at Frankfurt Trade Fair Ambiente 2025

Pilot Corporation, a globally recognized Japanese pen manufacturer, is best known for its innovative FRIXION® series. These pens utilize thermochromic ink that can be erased through friction-genera...

EPO Board confirms public prior use based on confidential analysis

In T1324/21, the EPO Boards of Appeal addressed the role of internal evidence in proving public prior use. The case related to claims to a pharmaceutical composition containing specific polymorphi...

HOFFMANN EITLE Ranked in the Chambers and Partners Global Guide 2025

The Chambers Global Guide is one of the most prestigious legal directories, providing rankings based on extensive independent research, client feedback, and peer reviews. It evaluates law firms and...