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Patent Attorney (Partner): Dr. Jasper C. Werhahn
Quick facts
Partners

20

Other qualified practitioners

60

Total number of practitioners

80

Practitioners (worldwide)

80

Languages

German, English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, French, Spanish

Network memberships

EPLN

Key practice areas
Intellectual property
Trade mark
Patent
Trade mark - patent & trade mark attorney firms
Patent disputes - law firms
Patent disputes - patent & trade mark attorney firms
UPC litigation
Firm overview

Meissner Bolte is a full-service IP law firm offering a complete range of services for the protection of industrial property: from filing an initial application, through examination and registration to the enforcement and success leverage of your intellectual property rights, all under one roof.

Our patent attorneys and lawyers form cross-industry competence teams, acting together to ensure your know-how's success. By keeping the entire breadth of industrial property protection in view, and combining the available opportunities in patent law, trade mark law, design law and copyright law, our professionals develop a powerful, broad, and successful strategy tailored to your business.

Our engineers, scientists, and lawyers all have passion for what they do. Dedicated to securing and promoting your rights, they always aim to go a little further than you might expect.

Meissner Bolte’s patent attorneys are engineers and scientists specialised in the disciplines of: physics, electronic and electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, medical technology, chemistry, pharmaceutical science, biotechnology, and materials science. To strengthen the links between technology and law, many of our patent attorneys have also earned a Master of Laws degree.

Our lawyers are equally fascinated by the interplay of law and technology, in many cases having qualified as lawyers specialising in the protection of industrial property rights. Our legal experts provide cross-industry consultation in the fields of patent law, trade mark, and design protection, copyright law, licencing and unfair competition law.

Many of the patent attorneys and lawyers at Meissner Bolte are active in a wide variety of industrial and professional associations, in part in prominent positions.

Enjoying a regular exchange with colleagues at home and abroad, our professionals experience in real-time all current developments in the protection of industrial property, and our services remain in demand for our expertise in all cross-jurisdictional matters.

At the heart of protecting your innovations lies the ability to enforce and defend your IP. Our litigation team, led by Andreas Kabisch, brings together a wealth of experience from decades of litigation patent cases in German courts as well as the new Unified Patent Court (UPC). We offer clients strategic representation in both national and international disputes, backed by specialized legal and technical expertise.

Whether defending patents, trade marks, and designs against attacks or actively pursuing infringers, we combine legal precision with technical insight to achieve successful outcomes. We understand that a granted patent or registered trade mark is only as valuable as its enforceability in court. Our team ensures your IP rights serve as competitive tools, providing real-world benefits and financial advantage.

In urgent situations, we employ proven strategies, such as border seizures and injunctions, to protect your rights swiftly and effectively. Our extensive experience in inspection proceedings ensures evidence is gathered and preserved, giving you the decisive edge in critical cases. Trust us to fight for your rights - so your innovations can thrive.

International expertise and strong partnerships - Meissner Bolte has been active in Asia for many decades. Through partnerships with leading IP law firms across the region, we ensure the quick acquisition, efficient enforcement and effective defence of IP rights. Our continuous exchange with colleagues in Asia keeps us updated on all relevant legal developments, allowing us to provide timely and strategic advice. We are proud to manage IP portfolios for some of the region’s most prominent companies.

Meissner Bolte also provides comprehensive support for clients operating in or engaging with the Korean market. We work closely with well-established IP law firms in Korea to guarantee that our clients receive the highest quality legal advice and representation locally.

With extensive experience in Japanese IP law, we offer specialised advice that considers the unique legal and cultural aspects of the Japanese market. Working alongside Japanese patent attorneys, we ensure our clients receive expert consultancy, which, if desired, can also be provided in the Japanese language. We support our clients both within Japan and in International matters involving Japanese IP.

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Other offices

Bahnhofstraße 18 1/2, Augsburg, 86150, Germany, +49821991780, mail@augsburg.mb.de

Hollerallee 73, Bremen, 28209, Germany, +49421348740, mail@meissnerbolte.de

Kaiserswerther Strasse 183, Dusseldorf, 40474, Germany, +492118198480, mail@duesseldorf.mb.de

Berliner Strasse 1, Gera, 07545, Germany, +4936577309600, mail@gera.mb.de

Alter Wall 32, Hamburg, 20457, Germany, +494089063600, mail@meissnerbolte.de

Plathnerstrasse 3A, Hanover, 30175, Germany, +4951126134780, hannover@meissnerbolte.de

4a Top Land Country Business Park, Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5RW, Great Britan, +441422844598, mail@meissnerbolte.co.uk

Im Zollhof 1, Ludwigshafen am Rhein, 67061, Germany, +49621591390, mail@mb.de

Bankgasse 3, Nuremberg, 90402, Germany, +499112147250, mail@nuernberg.mb.de

Rolandsmauer 9, Osnabruck, 49074, Germany, +49541350610, mail@meissnerbolte.de

Ochsenberg 16, Schorndorf, 73614, Germany, +497181920770, mail@schorndorf.mb.de

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Practice Areas & Sector Specialisations

Key practice areas

Copyright, Designs, Intellectual property, Intellectual property (contentious), Intellectual property (prosecution), Life sciences IP, Patent, Patent (contentious), Trade mark, Patent (prosecution), Trade mark (contentious), Trade mark (prosecution)

Key practice industries

Aerospace, Aviation, Artificial intelligence, Automotive, Biotechnology, Chemical, Computer technology & services, Construction and materials, Consumer goods and services, Electronics,, Energy, Defense, Electrical, Fashion & luxury goods, Food and beverage, Media, Life sciences, Medical device, Mechanical, Nanotechnology, Optics & photonics, Pharmaceutical, Renewable energy
Robotics, Telecommunication, Semiconductors, Transport

Address:
Widenmayerstraße 47 Munich, Bavaria, 80538
Germany
Tel:+49892121860 Email:Contact Us Web Address:https://www.meissnerbolte.com
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Overview

Meissner Bolte has a strong IP protection and management practice. The firm has experienced patent attorneys to deal with work in fields such as engineering, computer technology, and chemistry. Its merger with Würtenberger Rechtsanwälte in January 2022 strengthened its trade mark practice and added a plant variety practice to its offering.

In February 2023, the firm partnered with the French IP group Santarelli Group to launch the European Patent Litigators Network (EPLN), an association of firms working together to provide services for the Unified Patent Court. The firm also has a UK practice, which is led by Andrew J Parker.

Notable patent attorneys: Nils Ellberg, Martin Aulich, Tobias Popp, Lukas Bischoff, Hans Joachim Gerstein, Matthias Hoener, Jochen Kilchert, Jasper C Werhahn, Tilman Pfrang, Julian Würmser, Florian Meyer, Stefan M Zech, and Ulrich Kreutzer.

Notable lawyers: Oliver Nilgen, Andreas Kabisch, and Claus D Opatz.

Testimonials

2026

"What stands out to me about Meissner Bolte’s IP litigation service is the clear sense of professionalism and precision that runs through both the team and their approach. They combine deep legal expertise with a highly structured, strategic mindset, ensuring that cases are handled efficiently and with strong attention to detail."

"Their deep familiarity with procedures before the German Patent and Trade Mark Office, as well as their understanding of local formalities and nuances, ensures that applications are handled with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency."

"What I particularly appreciate about Meissner Bolte’s IP advisory service is the team’s ability to combine deep legal expertise with clear, commercially focused guidance. They do not just provide theoretical advice, but translate complex intellectual property matters into practical recommendations that align with a client’s business objectives."

"They bring in a broad experience about IP litigation and settlements. They are frequently proposing new paths and clever strategies."

Jasper Werhahn

"Jasper Werhahn is very much on top of the dossier and knows the patents inside-out during pleading. He demonstrates an impressive command of the details, ensuring that every argument is fully supported by the technical and legal facts. His preparation is meticulous, which allows him to anticipate questions, address potential challenges proactively, and present the case with clarity and confidence."

"During hearings, his ability to navigate complex patent issues and articulate them in a structured, persuasive way stands out. He reinforces key points effectively, making sure the court fully understands the critical aspects of the case. Overall, Jasper combines thorough technical knowledge with strategic advocacy, which makes him exceptionally effective in IP litigation."

 

2025

 "A solid team, both in the legal and technical aspects."

"Very responsive. Good legal and technical skills. Good value. Good communication with the client."

"They win our cases, are very professional and are enjoyable to co-operate with."

"Fast response, client-oriented thinking, and flexible with cost issues."

 

2023

"The team is very friendly, very efficient and very supportive. They not only administer our cases, but they actively contribute with ideas and suggestions, both for current cases and for long-term strategies."

"We value their reliability and timeliness."

Linked Reviews
Trade mark

Case studies show a wide range of trade mark work, including clearance, filing and disputes. Clients include ACO Severin Ahlmann, Bestway Inflatables & Material Corp, Cesra Arzneimittel, and Cybex. Trade mark and plant variety guru Gert Würtenberger serves as consultant.

Patent

Case studies show patent protection and portfolio management as well as national and UPC litigation work. Clients include Brita, Danpoort International Abrasives, 42 life sciences, Bdtronic, and Beko. Veteran patent litigator Michael Nieder is now a consultant in the firm. The team can also consult former patent court judge Rainer Engels and former EPO judge Hans-Peter Felgenhauer.

There were positive developments in the firm in 2024. The firm launched new offices in Düsseldorf and Ludwigshafen and established a Brazilian desk led by Tobias Popp and Karin Grau Kuntz. The firm strengthened its chemistry practice with the hire of seven patent attorneys from Reitstötter Kinzebach.

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