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03.06.2026

HOFFMANN EITLE continues expansion of high-tech patent practice

Publication
01.06.2026

Indicative Effect of European Decisions on Similarity of Goods – Review of the Stuttgart District Court “Square Chocolate Packaging” case (GRUR-RR, 6/2026)

Awards
29.05.2026

HOFFMANN EITLE secures top rankings in IAM Patent 1000 2026, with 21 attorneys recommended

UPC Case Law
28.05.2026

Court of Appeal to rule on major points even if missing from first instance decision (UPC_CoA_302/2025, UPC_CoA_305/2025)

Comprehensive protection for intellectual property

Intellectual property has been at the heart of HOFFMANN EITLE for 130 years. We are one of the leading intellectual property law firms in Europe with offices in eight locations across five different countries. The passion, creativity and determination shown by our international team when it comes to obtaining, defending and enforcing our clients’ intellectual property rights is what sets us apart.

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Efficient in all aspects of intellectual property

From start-ups to global players, companies from all over the world rely on our expert advice, our feel for markets and products and, last but not least, our awareness of the cultural specificities of different regions. HOFFMANN EITLE is a strong and well-connected partner that can competently represent your interests in all areas of intellectual property law.

our services

"Direct, open communication with clients and colleagues is central to our success."

Specialised in all technical areas

Our international team consists of more than 140 highly specialised patent attorneys and attorneys-at-law in all technical areas. In innovation-driven fields, we provide a customised interface between research, development, business and law, always with each specific case in mind. You will profit from our expertise.

our technical areas

HOFFMANN EITLE has specialists for all technical areas
Join our team

We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive approach to intellectual property law. We offer applicants a wide range of opportunities to join our international team.

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Excellence in IP Law

Our dedication to clients is clear to see.
Year after year, our achievements continue to be recognised by the IP community.