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We advise individuals, SMEs, multinationals and intermediaries, such as lawyers and advertising agencies, on trademark searches, trademark registration, trademark monitoring and the protection of trademarks, designs, trade names and domain names. Worldwide, we register and monitor trademarks and manage trademark portfolios. You can also contact us regarding copyright, advertising law, trademark infringement, conflicts, contracts and licences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical<\/strong>
To really add value, we convert our experience and expertise into clear, practical and thorough advice that our clients can use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Committed<\/strong>
We value a fast and personal approach. We remain closely involved also after trademarks are registered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experts<\/strong>
We are well-educated lawyers with experience in the field of Intellectual Property. We are member of several professional associations. As a client, you should be assured of expert advice and adequate assistance.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Our memberships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BMM<\/a><\/strong>
The Benelux Association for Trademark and Design Law is the professional association of legal specialists. BMM promotes and safeguards the quality of the professional practice of its members, guaranteeing expert advice and guidance in the registration (protection) of trademarks and designs, negotiations and possible conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTA<\/a><\/strong>
The International Trademark Association (INTA) is the international association of trademark consultants and (brand) owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AIPPI <\/a>
<\/strong>The Dutsch Association for Intellectual Property, VIE, is the Dutch group of the Association Internationale pour la Protection de la Propri\u00e9t\u00e9 Intellectuelle (AIPPI).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Team MerkWerk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mr. Ivo Haaijer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

European trademark attorney<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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