Wolfgang Ernst

I specialise in advising clients from the life sciences sector on matters at the interface between IP, unfair competition and regulatory law as well as handling complex IP litigation.

My areas of practice include trademark, design and unfair competition law, but my particular specialisation is in advising clients from heavily regulated industries, most notably from the life sciences sector, but also from related sectors such as food, beverages and cosmetics.

I am experienced in contentious and non-contentious matters at the interface between IP – in particular unfair competition – and regulatory law such as in matters relating to the labelling, distribution and advertising of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food supplements and other food products.

• Secondment in the legal department of a large German automobile manufacturer in the premium segment.
• Ongoing advice to a US-based manufacturer of medical devices for diabetes patients on all issues in relation to the marketing and distribution of their devices in Germany as well as on related regulatory issues, again including representation in various disputes with major competitors.
• Advising a pharmaceutical start-up in the field of advanced therapies with respect to regulatory and contractual questions relating to cooperation with contract manufacturers in Germany.
• Supporting one of the world's leading insurance groups in implementing a telemedicine offering for their customers in Germany.