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“At 2SPL Patent Attorneys the partners take their responsibility to clients extremely seriously; they are fully involved in matters from start to finish, remain responsive to customer needs throughout, communicate effectively with R&D team members on the science, and lead discussions on legal points in a way that inventors can understand. Their close attention to detail while seeing the big picture, and in-depth experience in drafting and the tactical organisation of IP rights, make the team a go-to for support on sophisticated patent applications.” Alexander Lehmann and Stefan Müller are the essential contacts in Munich, who each come highly recommended: “Alexander is an excellent patent attorney with particular expertise in the field of electrical engineering where he works with clients right from the inception of inventions. He can take creative concepts out of an inventor's mind and transform them into patented products with ease. Alexander is also experienced working with international clientele and handling overseas mandates, and instils great confidence in his patrons.” “Stefan brings a high level of expert knowledge in the mechanical and electrical engineering industries, and collaborates effectively with clientele to flawlessly execute strategies at each stage of patent prosecution, from drafting applications to examination to opposition proceedings. He always delivers on time and brings in excellent results at a price level which is fair.” Recently Lehmann has been busy drafting and subsequently representing a patent application dealing with the training of a machine-learning model with time-of-flight cameras on behalf of Sony Semiconductor Solutions at the European Patent Office (EPO). While Müller is representing Intel at the EPO before the Board of Appeal, following an initial refusal of a patent application.
Stefan Müller has been a partner at 2SPL Patent Attorneys since 2012 and is an expert in the protection of digital solutions and semiconductor technology in Europe. He is European Patent Attorney, German Patent, Trademark & Design Attorney, and UPC representative. His primary areas of IP expertise include patent drafting, patent prosecution, and opposition proceedings for major international corporations, medium-sized companies and start-ups.
Additionally, Stefan Müller regularly conducts in-house workshops for clients on the topics of idea generation and patent bypassing as well as patenting of software including AI. His technical expertise encompasses semiconductor technology, computer-implemented inventions (particularly machine learning), measurement technology, and telecommunications. He is fluent in both German and English.
Before becoming a patent attorney, Stefan Müller studied technical physics at the Vienna University of Technology. He also completed several semesters in electrical engineering and computer science. Following his studies, Stefan Müller worked as a failure analysis engineer at Infineon Technologies AG in Munich, where he analyzed faulty semiconductor components and developed new analysis methods.
Aside from his professional work at the firm, Stefan Müller is actively involved in educational initiatives at the IP Business Academy, where he shares his expertise on the international optimization of the scope of protection and grant rates for software patents.
2SPL Patent Attorneys is a German law firm headquartered in Munich. The firm constists of an international team comprising German, European, and US patent attorneys. Its vision is to become the most client-centric IP law firm in Europe, striving to create intellectual property rights of highest economical value for its clients through expertise and excellence.
As one of the few law firms in Europe, 2SPL Patent Attorneys offers comprehensive services as a one-stop-shop, providing representation before various patent offices, including the German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA), the Federal Patent Court (BPatG), the European Patent Office (EPO), the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), the Unified Patent Court (UPC), and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Additionally, the firm offers direct representation before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), setting it apart from others in the industry. For matters involving jurisdictions outside its direct representation scope, the firm leverages a global network of competent colleagues.
Expertise with a clear technical focus
The technical focus of 2SPL Patent Attorneys lies in the fields of electrical engineering and electronics, software, IT & computer technology, physics, and automotive. The firm is particularly renowned for its deep expertise in telecommunications, computer-implemented inventions, and semiconductor technology. The patent attorneys at 2SPL have previously worked in the relevant technical fields themselves, consequently possessing extensive knowledge in these areas. With a combination of technical know-how and patent attorney experience, they achieve excellent results for their clients.
2SPL Patent Attorneys assists clients in protecting their sophisticated technologies and innovations from imitation with a commitment to tailored solutions. The firm serves as a reliable and efficient partner for intellectual property protection, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from startups and medium-sized enterprises to international corporations.
Specialized in patents
2SPL is a modern patent law firm specializing in patent prosecution and drafting. The services include in particular
- Patent prosecution
- Patent drafting
- Oppositions
- Invalidation
Corporate social responsibility
Sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical corporate leadership are integral components toward fostering a more sustainable and fairer world. At 2SPL, these principles are put into practice with tangible actions, such as the consistent digitalization of office processes, leading to paperless work.
Equality stands as a cornerstone value within the organization. With a team characterized by diverse and international backgrounds, 2SPL continuously generates new, innovative, and creative solutions for its clients and the further development of the firm.