Awards

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Chambers’ guides are the culmination of thousands of in-depth interviews by the largest research team of its kind and are trusted globally to objectively rank the world’s best lawyers and law firms.

‘The team has capabilities at all levels of seniority, with partners who are able to work seamlessly together on matters – even in circumstances, where a case or the client may have had a higher degree of affiliation with only one of the partners. In the age of the UPC, this is important.’

‘I have personally worked most closely with Magnus Dahlman. He has a very appealing and calm personality which makes it easy to work with him, and to trust that he has the required overview of the case. With Magnus’ diverse experience and background, he is well-placed for devising a strategy on both the side of a plaintiff and on the side of a defendant.’

‘Per Svärd is outstanding. He tries to give an answer which is as clear as possible. He is very proactive.’

‘Very skilled, effective and friendly. Very nice to work with.’

‘Full service IP specialists, good quality lawyers from associate up to partner. ’

‘Hans-Anders is responsive, thoughtful and extremely knowledgeable. ’

‘Technically excellent, commercial, personable.’

‘Therese Grennard is a hard-working attorney, keeping track of every detail in litigation. Knowing how to assist the team to be ready for the litigation and let each member do what they are best at.’

’Extremely competent team. Won every case. Dare to give advice.’

‘Very good with clients in terms of service, pro-activeness and can explain to people that aren’t lawyers.’

‘Per Svärd. Must be the best in Sweden. He has been right (and won every case) every time – 100%. Besides, very nice to deal with. Understands the reality of his clients’ businesses.’

‘The good thing about Gulliksson is that they have all different types of expertise in-house and man every issue according to your needs.’

‘They are extremely attentive and fast when contacted for help. They also monitor an extensive portfolio of trade marks in a very cost-effective way.’

‘Excellent client care, great technical ability and fun to work with.’

‘Hans-Anders Odh is a superb lawyer with elite legal skills.’

‘Expertise combined with personality and genuine consideration for their client’s best interests.’

‘They have extensive experience across several jurisdictions and industries, an ability to quickly understand complex issues and you can tell the lawyers genuinely enjoy what they do!’

‘The team is proactive and makes clear recommendations on how to proceed with different issues. The team drafts in different people with different specialities as needed but only after having consulted with the client.’

‘Gulliksson continues, as always, with a very high level of expertise in advisory matters. Speed and high quality are a sign for them. As a customer, we always feel safe with Gulliksson as our legal representative.’

‘The team is really good with IP licensing.’

‘This practice has a deep knowledge of EU trade mark law and litigation, and is properly equipped to successfully deal in pan-EU trade mark litigation.’

‘Gulliksson is extremely reliable in their delivery and quality, especially in the field of intellectual property. Their unique collaboration with the patent firm Ström & Gulliksson creates an edge on the Swedish market that no other firm can compete with in patent litigation.’

‘In my view, the firm has lawyers with a much better understanding of patents and patent law than other law firms in Sweden. This makes patent litigation, when cooperating with my firm, a very enjoyable experience.’

‘Brings a unique combination of specialised skills in IP matters combined with humbleness, courage and business understanding.‘

‘One of the strengths of the practice is the speed with which they answer and address your problems. They have an excellent network of foreign contacts which provides country-specific advice. Their knowledge of the law is excellent.‘

‘Advokatbyrån Gulliksson is among the elite within intellectual property rights in Sweden.‘

“Commercial outfit Gulliksson is the best firm when it comes to patent litigation in Scandinavia. Although the team is active in a myriad of technical fields, they shine brightly in the pharmaceutical space. They take advantage of their profound knowledge of all the tools in the IP legal toolbox to handle the entire patent lifecycle.” Its practitioners also come warmly recommended: “In particular, Magnus Dahlman, Therese Grennard and Jens Olsson have a brilliant grasp on complex technical details and can smoothly put them into a legal context.” “Magnus is a solid litigator within the pharmaceuticals field. He is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom and knows how to set up a team for success.” “Therese possesses a great strategic mind and cooperates efficiently with patent attorneys to identify solutions. She is a skilled lawyer who is personable and great to work with.” “Jens is a prime choice for any patent dispute matter. He has immense expertise in coordinating pan-European disputes and handling UPC matters.” Joining his colleagues in the IAM Patent 1000 for the first time this year is Hans-Anders Odh, who heads the Lund office and automotive team. With more than 25 years of seasoned know-how, he is specialised in handling technology transfers and other IP-rich deals.

Simply the best firm in Sweden, Gulliksson is a top choice for any contentious IP matter. The practitioners at the group are familiar with all the tools in the IP toolbox.” The outfit’s dream team of “Magnus Dahlman, Therese Grennard and Jens Olsson are well versed in patent law. The trio has a fantastic grasp of complex technology and its application in a legal context.” Department head Dahlman is a partner of choice for start-ups and multinationals from the life science sector to the technology space. Recently he joined forces with Grennard to keep infringers at bay on behalf of Bosch GmbH and Siemens AG. The duo also battled it out on behalf of leading pharmaceuticals player Sandoz in a complex validity and infringement case. A favourite among domestic and international clients, Olsson draws on his expertise in IP and marketing law when handling contentious and transactional matters.

“A formidable presence in the courtroom, Gulliksson’s lawyers are thorough, hard-working and innovative in their approach, and they never miss a single detail in complex cases.” They regularly act on behalf of industry heavyweights in the pharmaceutical, life sciences and technology industries, and have recently been representing Bosch in proceedings against Electrolux, as well as Sandoz in a tricky dispute concerning three patent families. “An absolutely brilliant and phenomenal litigator”, Magnus Dahlman took the lead on the latter. His knowledge of regulatory issues brings an added dimension to the practice, and, similarly, in Malmö Jens Olsson combines his IP and marketing law knowledge to secure crisp results in both contentious and transactional settings.

“Top-tier firm Gulliksson has an experienced, diligent and knowledgeable squad that have a presence in the courtroom.” It works side by side with premier prosecution outfit Ström & Gulliksson “to gain a firm understanding of technical concepts and swiftly implement them into a judicial framework”. The set is fazed by nothing; and with […] Magnus Dahlman and Jens Olsson on deck, rights holders facing critical disputes can rest easy. “A premier choice for life science briefs and a tough adversary, Magnus has a keen eye for detail and calmly puts forth convincing arguments.” Based in Malmö, “Olsson expertly reads any room he is in, be it in court or at the negotiating table, and provides sharp, strategic and tactically soundadvice”.

“They are frank with their opinion about situations and cases. They don’t hide or make excuses, but instead advise us. Proactive. Methodical.”

“They are professional, reliable and experienced. ”

“They keep track of everything we need to keep our eyes on and are a transparent partner that can advise and give options for decisions when there is more than one way to go.”

“The team dares to make a stand, as opposed to most other law firms that tend to say that things ‘depend’ or ‘on one hand and or the other hand’. Professional, but likeable. They are well prepared and win their cases.”

“I appreciate the broad team and I like the partner – Hans-Anders Odh.”

“The team is very responsive and easy to work with, while being on top of their game in terms of quality of work.”

“They are always at hand, great people, and have excellent competence within IP.”

“They have a broad and diverse team with extensive experience. ”

“They have a close collaboration with skilled patent attorneys with an impressive technical competence within the pharma field. Further, they work in a cost-effective manner by setting up a team with proper competence and experience, always with partner attention from the very beginning.”

“They are responsive, cost-effective, skilled, good communicators and listen to the client. They have a good track record.”

“They are very professional and very pleasant to work with.”

Gulliksson offers the clients a complete range of services and high degree of specialisation within the field of intellectual property law and litigation.

Gulliksson has its origin in the patent law firm Ström & Gulliksson, founded 1975 in Malmö. They now run separately, but with the unique collaboration in shared offices at several locations in Sweden. In this way the firm can offer the clients a unique and complete range of services within the field of intellectual property rights and litigation.

Gulliksson can be described as:

• With Swedish measures a unique combination of a patent law firm and a business law firm (with IP specialization)
• Covers the whole value chain in terms of IP, from strategies – searches – filing & prosecution – commercialisation – enforcement & litigation.
• High success rate and many land mark IP court cases (Supreme Court).
• High profile clients
• Very strong patent litigation team, covering all industry sectors
• Renowned experience in cross-border litigation and complex IP-work
• Highly praised for its business approach when providing legal advice.

Top-notch IP boutique law firm, Advokatbyrån Gulliksson is one of the best players in Sweden.” “It’s team of very skilled lawyers represent a number of high-profile cases and brands, demonstrating proactive strategic thinking and a deep understanding of the legal framework.” Its A-star line up comprises of department co-heads Emma Carlius and Cecilia Tholse Rogmark as well as Hans-Anders Odh, Per Svärd, Magnus Johansson and WTR 1000 newcomer Emelie Rexelius. Carlius utilises deep strategic insight and a well-curated global network of leading practitioners to manage trademark portfolios and protect brands globally, particularly in the Nordic countries and the EU. “Striving to build long-term relationships with clients and colleagues alike, collaborations with Cecilia always prove to be fruitful and yield favourable outcomes.” “Hans-Anders has extensive expertise in trademark protection. He efficiently manages portfolios, addresses disputes, and navigates IP-rich deals with ease and agility.” “A fierce and passionate advocate in and out of the courtroom”, Svärd brings a wealth of experience in cross-border disputes and complex transactional mandates. He is often sought after by those in the pharmaceutical, life sciences and IT sectors. Magnus brings together extensive local knowledge and a global perspective, along with a keen understanding of his clients’ businesses. “His multifaceted approach ensures tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges of each industry.” Rexelius, an IP all-rounder, joins her colleagues in the guide for the first time. With a deep understanding of brand identity for both start-ups and large corporations, she helps clients navigate the entire trademark lifecycle

“Advokatbyrån Gulliksson is home to a proactive team adept in devising strategies for long-term protection”, and Cecilia Tholse Rogmark and Emma Carlius shine at the helm. With a focus on the EU and Nordic regions, Rogmark excels in devising strategies for brand development and global portfolio management. From vision to fruition and beyond, Carlius boasts extensive knowledge across all aspects of trademark protection. Big-ticket litigation and cross-border disputes are Per Svärd’s field of expertise. His in-depth knowledge is often called upon by those in the pharmaceutical, life sciences and IT space. Magnus Johansson and Hans-Anders Odh operate on both sides of the contentious and non-contentious divide. “Magnus has a global understanding of his clients’ business and their priorities, taking proactive steps to support them in growing their portfolio in the best way possible.” Marrying IP knowledge with refined commercial sensibilities, Odh is a safe pair of hands for dispute resolution and cross-border litigation.