Track record: The intellectual property department of Simont Braun handles IP litigation affairs, in particular those related to copyright and trademark, which have been the cornerstone of the firm's practice since its foundation. The firm has particular expertise in media rights and retail, as well as in complex and landmark trademark litigation. It handles major proceedings before the EU Court of Justice and the EU General Court.

Team & differentiation: The intellectual property department is composed of nine lawyers, three of which are partners. Emmanuel Cornu and Eric De Gryse deal with many important trademark infringement cases for major industries active in sectors such as luxury, food and beverages, retail, industries, sports, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, while Fernand de Visscher focuses on copyright, design and media law.

Track record: MVVP has an outstanding reputation in the fields of entertainment, media, advertising, fashion and design, but is also noted for its work in the event organization, IT, automotive, and healthcare sectors. In the entertainment sector, MVVP acts for broadcasters, streaming platforms and film production companies, among others. It assists clients in all matters, including on IP and GDPR related questions.

Team & differentiation: The team has extensive experience in both non-contentious and contentious matters, and has assisted publishers and TV-producers regarding different claims for withdrawal of articles and TV documentaries. Peter Marx is a member of the Flemish self-regulatory board for journalists. Team members are fluent in English, French, Dutch, and some can also assist their clients in Spanish and in German.