FAQ: representation before the DPMA Here you can find some frequently asked questions and their answers regarding the topic of representation. I'm a patent attorney or lawyer admitted to practise in Germany. Do I need a general power of attorney pursuant to form VM01…
Meetings Der DPMAnutzerbeirat über den Dächern Münchens Overview of the last meetings (not complete): Autumn meeting 2024 At the end of the 2nd appointment period of the DPMA User Advisory Council ( DPMAnutzerbeirat ), the President of the German Patent and Trade…
European Cooperation Our partner for patents: the European Patent Office The European Patent Office (EPO) is an organ of the European Patent Organisation. The legal basis for the EPO is the European Patent Convention ( EPC ), which currently has 39 member states ,…
We took part – Girls'Day 2026 STEM, trade marks and brush animals at the DPMA On 23 April, 20 girls were given a glimpse into the fascinating world of the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA). They learnt how inventions are protected, how trade mark and patent…
Legal representation before the DPMA Further topics Information on granting the power of attorney Information for the legal profession FAQ: representation before the DPMA Do you want to file an application for an IP right with the German Patent and Trade Mark Office…
Sustainability Further topics WIPO Green We act sustainably Protecting nature and the environment, using resources sparingly, offering all people the same opportunities for a good life - for today's generation and for all generations to come. This is what…
Inventor and Innovation Awards Further topics Deutscher Zukunftspreis award Jugend forscht - Eye-opening moments Outstanding innovations will be rewarded Awards presented at ceremonies for epoch-making achievements in the field of research and development are moving…
Deutscher Zukunftspreis award The winners of the Deutscher Zukunftspreis 2025 with Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier The team led by Christoffer Uhr, Kai Weeber und Pierre Andrieu (Robert Bosch GmbH, Stuttgart) was awarded the Deutscher Zukunftspreis 2025 by…
Field of action "Staff" We promote and ensure our staff’s competency and commitment. Our culture is to treat each other with respect. Our personnel management is of a strategic nature. We have developed a plan of action for targeted personnel marketing. We quickly…