Tobias Cohen Jehoram specialises in intellectual property, in particular trademark and design law. His practice extends to copyright, database and know-how protection. He specialises in advice on strategic use of IP rights and quick and effective remedies in national and international IP related matters. He also frequently assists in mergers and acquisitions.
Tobias’ clients are typically multinational corporations and foreign law firms seeking assistance in IP issues in the Netherlands or the Benelux. Most of his cases have cross-border aspects and he is regularly instructed by his clients to coordinate international cases and advice. In addition, Tobias is a Supreme Court litigator. He has been involved in most of the landmark IP cases decided by the Netherlands Supreme Court in the past five years.
Recent work includes advising and litigating for the world’s two largest producers of fast-moving consumer goods, a major player in the soft drinks market, one of the world’s largest chemical companies, several fashion brands, a well-known chip manufacturer, the largest Dutch telecom operator, music publishers and organisations representing the music industry. Recent landmark cases include the protection of copyright protection for smells (perfumes) and on testimony, liability of auction sites and the trademark protection of sounds. Tobias is the primary author of the handbook European Trademark Law (Kluwer Law International, September 2010).
Chambers says "the leading group in the field of general IP remains unchallenged thanks to its sheer size and substantial list of heavyweight clients","the number-one IP firm in the Netherlands." "Top-quality team and outstanding international work.", ranks Tobias in Band 1. Legal 500 says "the IP practice is absolutely top of the tree, and knows when an in-depth opinion is needed, or when a more practical approach is called for. The group provides high standards and good value for money".
