At Uexküll & Stolberg, we do our utmost to protect ideas and intellectual property. This is what our motto “Advocates for your ideas” stands for. With our comprehensive knowledge and the quality of our advice, we enjoy the confidence and appreciation of our clients worldwide.


We are committed partners when it comes to protecting intellectual property. We enjoy the confidence and appreciation of our clients worldwide. Our patent attorneys possess deep understanding in the spheres of chemistry, biotechnology, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering and offer comprehensive consulting services in all technical domains. Our experienced attorneys at law in the fields of trademark and registered design law and unfair competition law round off our comprehensive portfolio. Advising clients in litigation proceedings – often with international dimensions – is also one of the core activities of our firm.

Are you a forward-thinking commercial enterprise in Germany or from further afield? An academic or scientific institution? An innovative start-up? Or a creative soul with a cracking idea? Are you looking for advice on the highest technical and professional plane? Would you like to talk with somebody who has the same innovative mindset you have? Ideally, with someone who can even push your ideas further? Do you want to conquer the globe with your business idea, but do not want consulting that costs the earth? Are you simply looking for someone who uses their expertise and commitment to your cause to protect your intellectual property and thus your commercial success? If so, you have come to just the right place!

We are committed to giving our clients the best possible advice in a relationship founded on mutual esteem. You can depend on our expert knowledge. Whenever a situation calls for outside expertise, we can call on our extensive foreign network of tried-and-tested communicating attorneys. We ensure that ideas can be converted into commercial success.

Trademark law

‘I have nothing but praise for Uexküll & Stolberg, who have helped us with a number of trademark matters in Germany and across the EU.’

‘Trademark law is complicated, but Uexküll & Stolberg has extensive expertise and provided me with very clear and informative legal opinions on which I can base a decision.’

‘Alexander Thünken has first-class knowledge of trademark law, but what I particularly appreciate is his ability to give concise legal advice to someone like me who has no understanding of the subject.’

‘Alexander Thünken is a very safe contact for all brand matters.’

Patent law

‘Professional expertise, years of experience, a good, discreet network, empathy, comprehensive advice and years of trusting cooperation.’

‘Uexküll & Stolberg delivers high quality work. Most importantly, they produce positive outcomes for the customer. They are particularly good at relating to materials science and chemistry-related technologies.’

‘Uexküll & Stolberg is also able to realize projects in the shortest possible time.’

‘In-depth project knowledge and technical know-how, international network and reasonable prices.’ ‘Practical, timely and strategic advice.’

‘Bernd Janssen is an excellent practitioner who works creatively and methodically.’
“Longstanding experience.”

“Has established itself as a partner of numerous prominent companies in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and chemical sectors.”

Dr. Heinz-Peter Muth have been recognized by the market for their “outstanding preparation.”
“Punches well above its weight across the patent spectrum.”

“With experts available whatever the technology.”

“The firm has all the skills and know-how needed to provide a comprehensive offering.”

Partner Heinz-Peter Muth “is a chemistry whizz.”

Partner Bernd Janssen “has valuable insight into the US patent landscape and the needs of US inventors.”
Fabian Müller, recipient of Patent Star 2021/22 award

Albrecht von Menges, recipient of Patent Star 2021/22 award
Based in Hamburg with an outpost in Munich, Uexküll & Stolberg presents one of the best-stocked IP benches in northern Germany.

The team’s skill and expertise in the trademark arena nevertheless gives it a truly global perspective.

The firm’s leading practitioners earn outstanding commendations from their clientele.

Frank Dettmann” is one of the best trademark lawyers in Germany. He always brings 100% to everything he does. He has deep expertise, is reliable, and makes profound and precise risk evaluations. He can find the best course of action through the trickiest situations. On top of that, he answers questions very quickly.”

Alexander Thünken” possesses in-depth knowledge of the trademark sector. He manages client expectations with aplomb; he is an invaluable partner to have in one’s corner. He is knowledgeable, focused on providing end-to-end solutions and has a friendly demeanour. He knows when to settle, to secure clients’ business goals. He is always willing to go the extra mile.
Alexander and his team are the best partners in defending brands in Germany.”
We are delighted to have won in the category

“Germany Trademark Firm of the Year (Patent & Trademark Attorney Firms)”

at the Managing IP Awards ceremony, which was hosted in London on April 11, 2024.

UEXKÜLL Partner Dr. Fabian Müller attended the ceremony together with senior associate Dr. Anatol Spork.