V.O. Patents & Trademarks

“Do not give up before you have achieved your objectives.”

“Drafting and amending patent claims are like solving a puzzle; finding a solution may be easy, the problem is how to find the most effective solution. ”

“In the end it's all about the value that the patent adds to the product.”

“What particularly inspires me in this field is to combine my skills with the clients' needs and to see my clients' companies benefit from their intellectual property strategy.”

“A broad perspective and creativity as well as a keen eye for detail are needed for obtaining the best IP-protection.”

“To explore, together with a client, how the best IP protection can be obtained is for me the logical next step after an invention has been made.”

“The best scope of protection evolves from a close cooperation and mutual understanding between the client and the patent attorney.”

“What really makes the difference for a case to succeed can usually be learned from your client.”

“It is my working experience through the cycle of many startups that has taught me the value of IP.”

“Different parts of patent law seem to a certain extent to conflict. I enjoy exploring the fault lines that such conflicts create. I am mindful of such fault lines when obtaining patents for my clients and strive to exploit them when defending my clients.”