Your Trademark Law Practice in Hamburg.
Precise. Decisive.
Your highly specialised IP law firm in the heart of Hamburg-Rotherbaum. Twenty-six years of expertise in international IP law with a worldwide network for your intellectual property.
★★★★★Client TestimonialsIdeas need freedom. Success needs protection.
I advise companies, agencies, and creative professionals at every stage of intellectual creation: from selecting the right intellectual property protection and securing rights in a timely manner, to strategic exploitation and decisive enforcement. A highly specialised firm that answers your IP questions clearly, consistently, and directly.
Dr. Nadine Feldhaus · Attorney at Law · Admitted to the bar since 1999
Practice Areas
IP rights that work.
Trademark Law
Trademarks create identity. Whether it's a name, product designation, advertising slogan, logo, or melody, I support my clients every step of the way, from the initial clearance search to national, European, and international applications, to ongoing monitoring and enforcement of exclusivity.
Design Law
Whether simple, highly complex, or innovative—new and unique designs deserve protection. I'll assess your options and guide you through the process: from research to filing applications for national, European, and international designs, to monitoring and enforcing your rights.
Competition Law
Is your planned marketing campaign legally compliant? In addition to conducting a preventive risk analysis, I advise on the legal admissibility of marketing activities under competition law and represent you in defending against and enforcing claims arising from unfair competition.
IP Licenses
Your trademark or design has succeeded. Expansion is the next step. I will develop licensing models that combine legal precision with business objectives, offer security, and maintain economic flexibility.
IP Strategy
I don't consider IP rights in isolation, but rather holistically and with a long-term perspective. When building international portfolios, the decisions made early on have long-term consequences. I clearly outline the implications and associated costs of your choices so that your assets remain commercially predictable.
IP Litigation
Has your IP right been violated? My services include conducting cease-and-desist proceedings, representing clients in proceedings for preliminary injunctions, and litigating cases involving violations of trademarks, designs, copyrights, or competition law.
Germany · Europe · International
Trademark Registration: from filing to certificate.
Personalized Advice
Comprehensive advice prior to filing a trademark application. Transparent analysis and clear communication regarding the likelihood of registration, legal risks, and associated costs.
Clearance Search
Checking for conflicts prior to a market launch or trademark filing is essential to best prevent costly infringement claims.
Scope of Application
I will customise a comprehensive list of goods and services tailored to your project—individual, strategic, and forward-looking.
Germany · EU · International
In your specific case, does an EU trademark make sense, or is a national application—which can later be extended to be specifically international—a better option? I will analyse your geographic protection needs and select the appropriate rights system.
Administration
To lighten your workload, I handle the ongoing representation of your trademarks before the DPMA, EUIPO, and WIPO, as well as reliable monitoring of use requirements and protection expiration deadlines.
Monitoring
In cooperation with CompuMark, I carry out professional conflict monitoring and proactive defence of your trademark rights.
Fees
Trademark registrations are billed on a flat fee basis, calculated according to the number of classes. Official fees of the respective trademark offices are charged separately and advanced by the firm.
Benefits of Registration
- Protection from imitation: Your registered trademark may not be used without prior consent.
- Transferable: Trademarks can be sold or transferred.
- Licensable: Usage rights generate licence income.
- Strategically deployable: Targeted enforcement against competitors.
- Unlimited lifespan: The only IP right renewable indefinitely at 10-year intervals.
- Deterrent effect: The ® symbol signals that this trademark is protected.
Risks without Legal Advice
- Risk of immediate rejection on absolute grounds (a mark not eligible for protection), resulting in the loss of application fees.
- Costly infringement notices or legal action based on prior third-party rights, which can lead to an immediate halt in sales and, in the event of a dispute, to forced, costly rebranding.
Trademark registered. What now?
Registration marks the beginning of maintenance: trademark management, monitoring deadlines, and monitoring for conflicts. I'll take on the role of permanent representative before the office, providing you with long-term relief.
The Firm
Dr. Nadine
Feldhaus
A fully qualified attorney with a doctorate in law, admitted to the bar in 1999. After working at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and Gruner+Jahr/RTL in the area of international titles, trademarks, and licenses, she founded her own independent law firm in 2013.
For complex or international matters, my proven, global network of lawyers and tax experts ensures seamless support—coordinated centrally from Hamburg.
In 2005, I moved to the Hamburg-based media company Gruner+Jahr, where I built and managed the international division for titles, brands, and licenses. I also served as a lecturer at EBS University and the University of Rostock.
Personal. You work directly with me, the principal. No delegation to associates or junior partners.
Unambiguous. Clear communication about opportunities, risks, and costs forms the reliable foundation of my legal advice.
Precise. I do not use one-size-fits-all templates. Every IP strategy is as unique as your idea and is precisely tailored to your needs.
Cost-effective. Your business goals and IP budget set the course. My goal is to help you build your assets in a legally sound manner.
Advisory. You can expect clear recommendations for action from me. But the final decision is always yours: you'll be well-informed and fully aware of all consequences, including the financial implications.
Before you retain our services, you will receive a cost estimate, which is based either on an hourly rate or, for a clearly defined scope of services, such as trademark or design registrations, on a flat-rate fee.
Philosophy
Negotiate rather than litigate,
when it shows promise.
Eye to Eye
Intellectual property is not only a legal issue, but a key driver of value for your company. I see my role not merely as providing reactive legal advice, but rather as a strategic partner at your side.
My Guiding Principles
My legal practice follows two maxims: true protection does not arise from litigation, but from unambiguous clarity regarding one's own position. And winning a lawsuit is good—but an economically sound, amicable settlement is usually better for your company in the end.
Clear Recommendations
After evaluation, I will outline the legal situation and possible courses of action. You will receive a clear recommendation; however, the final decision is yours to make.
AI
Innovative technology
meets years of expertise.
Artificial intelligence has become indispensable in legal practice. I regard AI as a powerful tool that complements legal expertise — but it certainly does not replace it. Strategic planning, legal assessment, and ultimate responsibility remain exclusively with me.
The human factor
Remains as important as ever.
Empathy and sensitivity cannot be replaced by any AI. The human dimension comes first, in our collaboration and in negotiations.
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Efficient Case Analysis
Prompt analysis of complex or data-intensive cases.
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Precise Research
Instant retrieval of relevant case law and in-depth case analyses.
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Structured Processing
Efficient organisation of complex documents and case details.
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Cost Advantage
The time saved can be invested in providing you with personalized advice, reducing the overall cost of the case.
Client Testimonials
What clients say.
Personal advice that works — and that clients gladly recommend.
Contact
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