Karine DISDIER-MIKUS

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Karine Disdier-Mikus is a partner specializing in intellectual property, new technologies and data protection. She advises clients on IP strategy, IT contracts and data compliance matters. She is active in regulatory compliance work for digital businesses. She is recognized among the firm’s leading IP practitioners.

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Ezenia Coleman is undertaking an internship at Clairfort as part of the Intellectual Property, IT & Privacy team Intellectual property Ezenia Coleman, a law student from the University of San Francisco, describes her internship experience within Clairfort's IP team. She discusses her background in marketing and interest in intellectual property law, along with highlights from her time at the firm, including attending a court hearing. The article reflects on the educational and professional value of the internship. Adverit Zeist, Netherlands04 Oct 2026 Puck Koster en Michelle van Dalen sworn in as attorneys-at-law Intellectual property Michelle van Dalen and Puck Koster were sworn in as attorneys-at-law at the Utrecht District Court. Both work within Clairfort's Intellectual Property, IT & Privacy team. Elise Menkhorst served as Michelle's patron, while Evert van Gelderen served as Puck's patron during the swearing-in process. Adverit Zeist, Netherlands04 Oct 2026

Geographical Indications for Craft and Industrial Products: Key Date 2 December 2026 Intellectual property The article discusses the upcoming EU regime extending geographical indication protection to craft and industrial products, with a key implementation date in December 2026. It outlines which producers may benefit from registration and the procedural steps involved. The piece highlights implications for manufacturers seeking to protect regional or traditional product designations. It also touches on enforcement mechanisms available once protection is granted. Adverit Poznań, Poland04 Oct 2026 The ® and ™ Symbols Next to a Trademark – Rules for Use and Penalties Intellectual property This article examines the legal significance of the ® and ™ symbols when used alongside trademarks in Poland and the EU. It explains the distinction between registered and unregistered marks and the conditions under which each symbol may lawfully be used. The piece outlines potential penalties for misuse, including consumer protection and unfair competition consequences. It is aimed at businesses seeking to properly signal trademark rights in their branding materials. Adverit Poznań, Poland04 Oct 2026

Lucio Ghia "International Business Law" Commercial lawCorporate law This piece announces the presentation of the second edition of Prof. Lucio Ghia's book "International Business Law" at the Italian Senate on 12 March 2023. The publication addresses topics relevant to cross-border commercial and business law practice. The event brought together legal professionals and institutional figures to discuss the book's content. It underscores the firm's engagement with academic and institutional legal discourse. Adverit Roma, Italy04 Oct 2026 Notes on the Margins of the Ius Mercatorum Commercial law This article covers a conference organised by the Guglielmo Marconi University's Department of Economic and Business Sciences, held in connection with the presentation of Lucio Ghia's book "International Business Law." The event, titled "Notes on the Margins of the Ius Mercatorum," explored themes at the intersection of commercial law and legal theory. A video recording of the event was made available online. It highlights the firm's ties to academic institutions on commercial law topics. Adverit Roma, Italy04 Oct 2026

Can you monopolize a colour? On colours and their protection under trademark law. Intellectual property This article examines the legal proceedings initiated by 7-Eleven against Nike over alleged trademark infringement relating to colour use. It explores the broader question of whether and how a colour can be monopolised as a trademark. The piece discusses the criteria courts apply to assess distinctiveness of colour marks and the tension between protecting brand identity and preserving fair competition. It situates the dispute within existing EU and Benelux trademark case law on colour marks. By Marie De Wit · Adverit Zeist, Netherlands01 Sep 2026 Case report for MARQUES: Dutch court rules that Birkenstock sandals are protected by copyright Intellectual property This case report covers proceedings between Birkenstock and retail chain Scapino, in which Birkenstock claimed copyright protection for several of its iconic sandal models. The Dutch court's ruling addresses when a product design can meet the originality threshold required for copyright protection. The report discusses the reasoning behind extending copyright to footwear designs traditionally protected mainly by design rights. It highlights implications for brand owners seeking broader IP protection for product shapes. By Marie De Wit · Adverit Zeist, Netherlands01 Sep 2026

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