Consistent advocacy. Bridging divides. We are your specialists in litigation and alternative dispute resolution.
Dispute Resolution
We are passionate about providing resolute and vigorous legal representation in our specialized areas of the law.
Whether in unfair competition law or in trademark, design and copyright law, whether in the protection of trade secrets or in distribution law: litigation is our core competence. As experienced litigators, we fight with passion and determination to enforce and defend your interests in court.
Whether it be a cease-and-desist letter, preliminary injunction or court action: We work with our clients to determine the best strategy and implement it in a targeted manner.
From out-of-court settlement negotiations to arbitration proceedings, we are experts in alternative dispute resolution.
Sometimes it is wiser to settle a dispute out of court. We identify such cases and guide them to a solution that preserves your resources.
Henning Harte-Bavendamm has many years of experience in arbitration, serving both as a party representative and as an arbitrator.
On the subject: From our IP blog
The EUIPO saw no problem with OBELIX on goods such as firearms and explosives. Les Éditions Albert René did. In its judgment of 13 May 2026 in Case T-24/25, the General Court sided with the publisher — finding EUIPO's assessment of both reputation and the required link between the marks to be fundamentally flawed.
We summarize the Bamberg Regional Court’s decision dated March 11, 2026 (case no. 1 HK O 19/25) for you and explain its implications for platform operators and influencers.
On the ruling of the Hanseatic Higher Regional Court of 10 December 2025 (Ref. 5 U 104/24). We summarise the extensive decision, analyse it, and provide an outlook on the further proceedings.
Almost exactly one year after filing its lawsuit against OpenAI, GEMA achieved a major victory against the US AI company before the Regional Court of Munich. The court ordered OpenAI to cease and desist, provide information and pay damages.
Three reasons for choosing HARTE-BAVENDAMM
Satisfied clients, numerous top-tier rankings, major professional publications, extensive litigation experience: intellectual property law is our core competence.
We represent your interests with ingenuity and dedication. We protect your intellectual property and develop creative strategies. Complex cases are our strength.
As a reliable partner, we provide our clients with resolute, poised, and effective guidance. In challenging conflict scenarios, our team is well aware that cooler heads always prevail and excel at delivering valuable and advantageous solutions to our clients.
