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Creativity is needed to protect creativity. That’s what excites me about intellectual property law.

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Schneiders & Behrendt has been protecting intellectual property for over 30 years. We are specialised in trademarks, patents and designs. Our team combines legal expertise with technical know-how. Get comprehensive advice in all areas of industrial property law!

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For our clients, we are active in over 190 countries. We work with you to develop strategies for the legal protection of your products and business activities around the globe.

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Our expertise is focused on legal issues with a technical aspect. With in-depth specialist knowledge, many years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of our clients’ needs, we are committed to representing their interests.

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Artificial intelligence and patents

How can artificial intelligence (AI) itself and its use be protected? If artificial intelligence (AI) itself generates inventions, can they be protected at all? Dynamics in development Artificial intelligence (AI)...

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The eRechnung – Urgent need for action for companies!

From 01.01.2025, all companies must be able to receive, process and archive electronically structured invoices (“e-invoices”). In addition, from 2027 or 2028, only electronic invoices may be issued and sent....