About Peter Claassen

Peter Claassen is Of Counsel at AKD and has been a lawyer for more than thirty years. He specialises in procedural law and intellectual property law. Peter advises on, among other things, patents, trade marks, designs and copyright. He is also an expert on brand development, parallel trade and intellectual property agreements, such as licences, assignments and distribution.

Peter's clients are national and international companies that are active in sectors such as chain stores, electronics, household and personal care, fashion and leisure wear, design and information and communication technology. European Legal 500 (2011) says the following about him: 'Peter Claassen's knowledge and experience is of a high level'.

A large number of the cases in which he has conducted litigation have been published in specialist literature. In addition he regularly lectures on trademark and patent law.

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