Henning Voelkel

About the LawyerDr. Henning Voelkel is an expert in intellectual property litigation in Greece, with a particular focus on patent, plant variety, and trademark cases. He has extensive experience in handling a broad range of IP issues, including consultation and legal representation of major multinational companies. Dr. Voelkel has managed various litigations, many of which have involved multi-jurisdictional aspects. He is fluent in German, Greek, and English, which positions him well to assist international clients in navigating complex IP disputes within Greece.ExperienceDr. Voelkel graduated with a Law Degree from Heidelberg University, Germany, and holds a Master’s and a Ph.D. from the University of Athens. He was admitted to the German Bar in 2004 and to the Athens Bar in 2005. Moreover, he is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court and the Council of State in Greece. He has been practicing intellectual property law for over two decades, during which he has built a reputation for handling significant patent and trademark litigations on behalf of multinational clients. His career includes numerous consultations and representation across competing jurisdictions, making him a seasoned practitioner in cross-border IP litigation.SpecialtyDr. Voelkel specializes in intellectual property litigation, concentrating on patents, trademarks, and plant variety rights within Greece. His expertise includes multi-jurisdictional legal disputes and comprehensive IP legal issues such as patent enforcement, defense against infringement claims, and strategic counseling for IP asset protection. He also advises on trade secrets and transactional matters related to IP rights. His practice is distinguished by his ability to serve international clients effectively, leveraging his fluency in German, Greek, and English.Education

• Law Degree, Heidelberg University, Germany
• Master’s Degree, University of Athens, Greece
• Ph.D., University of Athens, Greece

He is also a member of the German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property and is admitted to practice before Greece’s highest courts.

• Industry Rankings: Henning Voelkel has been included in IAM 1000 as one of the Leading Professionals in Greece since 2013, recognized for his expertise in intellectual property litigation.Source 1, Source 2
• Awards: He has been awarded by Global Law Experts as a leading expert in IP litigation in Greece.Source 2
• Leadership Roles: Henning Voelkel is a founding partner of Voelkel Kataliakos Roussou Law Office, a firm recognized for its expertise in intellectual property law.Source 3