Dr. Marius Vieweg

Graduate Physicist | Dr. rer. nat.

Patent Attorney | European and German Patent Attorney | UPC Representative

Partner | Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

With dompatent since 2012
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Intro

Dr. Marius Vieweg combines in-depth expertise in physics with a strategic approach to intellectual property. His aim is not only to protect technological innovations, but to actively contribute to companies’ value creation. He places particular emphasis on a forward-looking patent strategy that unites long-term competitiveness with economic efficiency.

Drawing on his interdisciplinary expertise, he supports companies from the initial idea through to the successful protection of their intellectual property rights, ensuring that IP is deployed as a targeted strategic instrument. A particular focus lies on the early identification of innovation potential and the sustainable integration of IP strategies into corporate processes.

“True innovation requires not only bright minds, but also smart protection – because only those who secure their ideas can unlock their full potential.”

Dr. Marius Vieweg

Industries and technical fields of work

  • Laser Technology
  • Optical Components and Methods
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Micro- and Nanoelectronics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Vacuum Technology
  • Software
  • Semiconductor Technology
  • Quantum Computing

Key Areas of Focus

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

  • Advising on IP strategies, particularly with regard to software-related inventions
  • Defending IP rights in opposition, nullity, and cancellation proceedings in Germany and abroad
  • Providing technical and strategic advice in cases of IP infringement in Germany and abroad
  • Advising and conducting negotiations for the out-of-office and out-of-court settlement of IP disputes
  • Preparation of infringement opinions
  • Planning and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses
  • Employee Inventions Act

Professional Career and Engagement

Curriculum Vitae

2024

Admission as a Representative before the Unified Patent Court (UPC)

2018

Since 2018

Partner at dompatent

2016

Admitted as a German Patent Attorney, European Patent Attorney, and EUIPO Representative

2012

2012–2016

Training as a Patent Attorney at dompatent, at the Regional Court (LG) Düsseldorf, at the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA), and at the Federal Patent Court (BPatG)

2012–2015

Studies in Law for Patent Attorneys at the FernUniversität in Hagen

2009

2009–2012

Doctoral research on the topic "Nonlinear optics in selectively fluid-filled photonic crystal fibers" at the University of Stuttgart

Degree: Dr. rer. nat.

2003

2003–2008

Studies in Physics at the University of Bonn (Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn)

Degree: Diplom

Memberships

Patent Attorneys’ Chamber (Germany), epi (Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office), FICPI, German Physical Society (DPG)

Engagement

Dr. Marius Vieweg is actively involved in training and advisory activities in the field of patent law. He is also a regular speaker on patent and trademark law topics and supports the IHK Cologne’s inventor advisory service as well as Koelnmesse at selected trade fairs with his expertise in patent law.

Contact

Do you have any questions?

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. Marius Vieweg