At Baker & McKenzie s.r.o., advokátní kancelář, the intellectual property offering includes IP-related litigation, regulatory matters and trade mark portfolio management matters. The department has a solid track record in advising on international and domestic mandates, and coordinates with the firm’s global network of offices to support its robust client roster. Recent work for the group includes handling IP rights protection issues and cases involving counterfeited goods. Dušan Hlavatý, who heads the practice, has extensive experience in advising on copyright and piracy claims.

The intellectual property practice at Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář has an excellent reputation for its expertise in advising across the full range of IP matters. The group is sought after by multinational clients in the life sciences, fashion and gaming sectors to assist with copyright, patents and utility models, trade marks and brand management matters. The team is equally adept at handling contentious work, including trade mark litigation, counterfeiting and enforcement of rights. Practice head Vojtěch Chloupek is a highly regarded practitioner in the space, with a solid track record in advising on contentious, regulatory, and commercial matters. Ján Kuklinca handles licensing contracts and IP litigation, and Lukáš Holub is well versed in assisting with cross-border trade mark disputes and brand protection issues. Jiří Malý has established experience in advising on contentious design, trade mark, and patent cases. Kateřina Floriánová acts as counsel to global brands on IP portfolio management.

HAVEL & PARTNERS s.r.o., attorneys at law garners praise for its 'deep expertise in intellectual property law'. The team works in tandem with the firm’s Bratislava and Frankfurt offices to support domestic and global clients on a wide spectrum of IP matters. Key areas of strength include trade marks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, utility models, and domain names, and the group is recognised for its expertise in advising on the management of intangible asset portfolios. Robert Nešpůrek brings deep expertise in IP protection matters, and the 'highly experienced' Ivan Rámeš is a key contact for trade mark portfolio management and counterfeiting issues. Industrial property matters form a key pillar of Tomáš Havelka's practice; Jan Šturm and Karolína Steinerová are well versed in handling complex IP litigation. Tereza Hrabáková is 'a trade mark guru -her extensive experience and thorough understanding of trade mark law and opposition proceedings have made her an invaluable resource'. Štěpán Štarha, Dalibor Kovář, and Radek Riedl are practitioners to note. All named individuals co-head the practice.

The IP team at ROWAN LEGAL 'stands out for its exceptional expertise and a deep understanding of both legal frameworks and commercial realities'. The group fields expertise in trade mark and design registrations and enforcement, licensing audits, IP litigation, and patent protection issues, as well as researching existing third-party rights. Josef Donát is well known for advising on copyright issues concerning the digital economy and IT and software developments, while the ‘impressive’ Samuel Král is sought after for his experience in handling the IP aspects of NFTs and blockchain technologies and Michal Nulícek represents companies in heavily regulated industries in copyright and patent litigation; the trio co-head the practice. Start-ups and government bodies are also included in the client roster. Jan Tomíšek is a key contact for assisting with the IP aspects of cybersecurity, software and cloud services matters.

The IP department at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang is highly regarded for its expertise in contentious matters, particularly in relation to trade marks and copyright. The group works in tandem with the firm's global network of offices to support clients on cross-border IP mandates, and is equally adept at advising on trade secrets, contractual work and IP strategies. Tomáš Matějovský heads the practice and is well versed in representing life sciences and healthcare sector entities in IP cases. IP disputes are prominent in Jan Ježek's and Petr Beneš' workloads.

The IP practice at Dentons leverages the firm’s expertise in TMT and privacy matters to support clients on cases concerning protection of IP rights and third-party rights issues. The group is well versed in handling the IP elements of M&A transactions and trade mark registration and enforcement proceedings for clients in the e-commerce, entertainment, and hospitality sectors. Zdeněk Kučera spearheads the practice, and has extensive expertise in advising on software litigation, software licensing arrangements, and the use of domain names. Štěpánka Havlíková and the 'extremely professional' Jiří Maršál, who handles IP and IT disputes, are key names to note.

At Kocián Šolc Balaštík, the IP team is well-placed to advise on a broad range of matters, including copyright, software and e-commerce protection, advertising and unfair competition issues, and regulatory matters. The group continues to assist with disputes relating to the unauthorised use of protected real estate projects, as well as handling issues concerning the introduction of AI in the automotive industry. The practice is widely recognised for its track record in representing clients before the European Intellectual Property Office. Sylvie Sobolová, who fields expertise in trade mark litigation and online copyright issues, co-heads the practice with Drahomír Tomašuk, who advises on the IP elements of M&A deals. Hana Heroldová brings experience in assisting with the IP aspects of cases in the pharmaceutical sector, while Petra Mirovská acts on trade secrets disputes and e-commerce protection work.

Under the collective leadership of Lenka Suchánková, Tomas Schollaert and Jana Pattynová, the IP practice at Pierstone s.r.o., advokátní kancelár regularly acts for film production companies, prominent retail entities and e-commerce clients in copyright, patents, trade marks, trade secrets and domain name protection cases. Adéla Pinkavová is well versed in assisting with licensing issues in the audiovisual space.

PRK Partners’ intellectual property practice is co-led by the 'very experienced' Michal Matějka, who is well versed in handling commercial IP issues, and Radan Kubr. The team routinely advises on online IP protection, enforcement measures, IP and domain name litigation, and trade mark registration processes, and is equally strong in handling IP strategies and portfolio management matters. The group has been kept busy assisting with the IP aspects of cybersecurity and AI projects.

Taylor Wessing Czech Republic routinely acts for clients in the pharmaceutical, luxury goods and software sectors in trade mark portfolio management and prosecutions, domain name disputes and AI protection matters. The practice leverages the firm’s international presence to assist with cross-border IP work. Petra Šuriková advises domestic and global clients on IT and patents matters. Karol Laco and Karin Pomaizlová left the firm in March 2024 and October 2024, respectively.

act Randa Havel Legal’s IP offering includes advising on copyright protection, patent and industrial design rights, and domain names. The team has a solid track record in representing clients before the Industrial Property Office, and is perhaps best known for acting for public sector entities in mandates. Tomáš Rydvan heads the practice, with particular strength in advising on IP protection matters relating to licenses, hardware, and software.

Led by Prokop Verner, the IP team at A&O Shearman continues handle a steady workflow of patents, domain names, copyright, and trade secrets work, and liaises with the firm’s Slovak desk to assist with IP protection and enforcement issues in both jurisdictions. Other key areas of instruction include distribution agreements and M&A-related IP work. The ‘smart and dedicated’ Jakub Čech is well known for his expertise in advising on online copyright enforcement issues, the enforcement of trade marks and patent rights, and unfair competition claims.

Kinstellar’s growing IP practice routinely assists international corporations and domestic start-ups with IP portfolio management, the development of IP protection strategies, and the registration of trade marks and industrial designs. The team is equally adept at handling franchising, licensing and distribution issues. Petr Bratský heads the practice and is well versed in representing clients in domain name disputes, as well as advising on the IP elements of technology-related M&A transactions. Petra Ledvinková advises telecoms sector clients on cross-border IP disputes.

The IP practice at Schoenherr Czech Republic is very experienced in advising on patents, IP rights enforcement issues,licensing, franchising, utility models, and the IP aspects of M&A transactions. The group works closely with the firm's competition, data protection and e-commerce departments to support clients on work, and fields expertise in trade mark and copyright matters. Practice head Libuše Dočekalová frequently assists clients with portfolio management, trade mark registrations, and contentious IP matters. Stanislav Bednář is well versed in handling copyright protection matters and outsourcing contracts.

Boutique firm Štaidl Leška Advokáti stands out for its 'in-depth knowledge of intellectual property law'. The team is often instructed by companies and individuals in the media sector in a range of matters, and often assists with copyright issues in the arts sector. Jiří Štaidl, who is highly regarded for his experience in handling copyright claims concerning audiovisual production, co-heads the practice with Rudolf Leška, who is well versed in representing clients in contentious work. Ondřej Kolisko is a name to note.

Stuchlíková & Partners' team has 'excellent knowledge of IP issues'. The group's workload includes advising on industrial property rights, trade mark portfolio management, copyrights, licence agreements and IP contractual issues. The practice is regularly instructed by clients in the entertainment and media industries. Zuzana Stuchlíková has extensive experience in advising on enforcement of IP rights, especially in the technology sector, and Maxim Obuchov and Bára Piskačová often appear in proceedings before the Czech Industrial Property Office and the EU Intellectual Property Office; the trio co-head the practice. Eva Janáková and Nikola Prachařová have left the firm.