Dr. Alexander Theis

Dr. jur. | LL.M. Intellectual Property Law

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With dompatent since 2005
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Intro

Dr. Alexander Theis combines in-depth legal expertise with extensive experience in intellectual property law. As an attorney specializing in trademark, design, copyright, and unfair competition law, he advises and represents companies in all matters relating to the protection of intellectual property. His strategic approach enables clients to systematically build, enforce, and commercially leverage their IP rights. He has particular expertise in proceedings before patent offices and consistently advocates for his clients’ interests.

“Companies think in possibilities – IP rights turn them into reality.”

Dr. Alexander Theis

Key Areas of focus

Our experienced patent attorneys and attorneys-at-law are experts in intellectual property law – both nationally and internationally.

  • Advising and representing clients in trademark matters, including opposition proceedings and trademark infringement litigation
  • Representation in design matters
  • Enforcement of design rights in Germany and abroad
  • Advising on and drafting research, development, and licensing agreements
  • Unfair competition law
  • Litigation relating to unfair product imitations
  • Representation and strategic support in trade fair disputes, including pre-fair enforcement measures
  • Copyright law
  • Domain law

Professional career and engagement

Curriculum vitae

2012

Since 2012

Partner at dompatent

2005

Second State Examination

Since 2005

Attorney at Law at dompatent

2004

Promotion

2003

2003 – 2004

Legal Trainee (Referendar) at the Higher Regional Court (OLG) of Cologne

2001

2001 – 2002

LL.M. Program in "Intellectual Property Law" at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

1995

1995 – 2001

Study of Law at the University of Cologne

First State Examination

Memberships

Cologne Bar Association, GRUR (German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property)

Engagement

Dr. Alexander Theis shares his expertise through lectures and training seminars and is actively engaged in the academic discussion of current issues in intellectual property law.

Publications

Prof. William E. O’Brien, Dale C. Kerester, Dr. Alexander Theis: Obtaining, Using and Protecting Trademarks, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, 3rd Edition, September 2017

Rachel Bunn, Prof. William E. O’Brien, Dr. Alexander Theis: Intellectual Property Licensing Agreements, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc., 2nd Edition, August 2012

Contact

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Would you like to learn more about my work in the field of intellectual property? Our team will be happy to assist you. Call us or send us a message!

Dr. Alexander Theis