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Our Intellectual Property practice

Our team advises on all aspects of intellectual property and technology law and has impeccable knowledge of rapidly changing Russian legal regulations and international standards. Clients value us for our experience in the commercialisation of intellectual property, trademark and patents registration, copyright and related rights, the development, licensing, e-commerce, technological development, and the protection of personal data.

Key facts and recognition

  • 10+ lawyers
“The lawyers are thorough, pay attention to detail and have extensive cross-border experience,” notes one client. “They have profound knowledge of IP law,” states another source, going on to say: “They are always friendly and available.”
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Projects

Advising a US footwear manufacturer on the extension of a local franchise agreement and its registration

Advising a Russian nuclear holding and its subsidiary on a large-scale project related to the transfer of over 2,500 patent applications to the national phase in various jurisdictions and assistance with obtaining national patents

Representing a US video streaming service specialising in computer games, including broadcasts of gameplay and eSports tournaments, in a number of litigation proceedings on the violation of neighbouring rights resulting in the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation’s decision to recognise the gaming platform as an information intermediary

Advising a Canada-based entertainment company on various matters related to the sale of counterfeit toys in Russia

Services

  • IP litigation, including the infringement of trademarks, patents, copyright and related rights, domain disputes

  • Counterfeit-related matters

  • Patent registration

  • Transactions related to the disposal of IP rights, licensing agreements and franchising agreements

  • Registration of IP rights

  • E-commerce

  • Personal data protection