Stefan Kohler. Allgemeines

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1 Stefan Kohler Dr. iur. et dipl. sc. nat. ETH Rechtsanwalt Partner Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch Kontakt: , Allgemeines Stefan Kohler berät vornehmlich Unternehmen im Bereich des Technologierechts, einschliesslich Technologietransfer, und der Regulation der Entwicklung und Vermarktung von Handelsprodukten. Sein Erststudium der Naturwissenschaften an der ETH Zürich ermöglicht ihm die zielgenaue rechtliche Zuordnung von technisch-wissenschaftlichen Sachverhalten. Er verfügt über extensive Erfahrung in zivil- und verwaltungsrechtlichen Prozessen sowie auch in Schiedsprozessen, speziell mit Bezug auf geistiges Eigentum und innovative Technologien. Ein Fokus seiner Expertise liegt auf dem Patentrecht. Neben seiner Tätigkeit bei VISCHER ist Stefan auch als Dozent an der HSG tätig und unterrichtet angehende Patentanwälte beim IGE auf dem Gebiet der Kooperationsverträge und des Technologietransfers. Neben seiner diversen praktischen Tätigkeiten ist Stefan Kohler Autor einer Vielzahl von Publikationen. 1/7

2 Ausbildung - ETH Zürich, Naturwissenschaft (dipl. sc. nat. ETH, 1994) - Universität St. Gallen, Rechtswissenschaft (lic. iur., 1997) - Universität St. Gallen/ETH Zürich (Dr. iur., 2004) Teams Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotechnologie, Immaterialgüterrecht, Gesundheitswesen Tätigkeitsgebiete Biotechnologierecht, Gesundheitsrecht, Immaterialgüterrecht, Life Sciences, Patentrecht, Pharma, Prozessführung, Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit, Technologierecht 2/7

3 Referenzen Best Lawyers Switzerland Recommended for Biotechnology Law, Intellectual Property Law. Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2016) - "Life Sciences" "Stefan Kohler from Vischer is a 'frontrunner' in the market, singled out for his ability to 'make complex matters seem simple'." Chambers Europe (2016) - "Intellectual Property" "Sources applaud Stefan Kohler's 'capacity in the life sciences and pharmaceutical field,' drawing particular recognition for his activity in patent matters." Chambers Europe (2016) - "Life Sciences" - Band 1 "Market commentators identify co-head of department Stefan Kohler as a leading expert in the regulatory field. Clients state that 'he understands and he tries to really capture your problem.'" Legal 500 (EMEA 2016) - "Healthcare and Life Sciences" - 1st tier "Vischer has an excellent regulatory practice, including compliance and administrative procedures, remarkable IP capabilities and a niche in acting for emerging biotech companies, where it advised GlycoVaxyn and Redvax on their sales to GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer, respectively. Other clients include AstraZeneca, Novartis, Mattern Pharmaceuticals and IVF Zentren Prof. Zech. Stefan Kohler has very broad knowledge, including regulatory and IP matters, and is recommended along with Matthias Staehelin and newly promoted partner Christian Wyss." Legal 500 (EMEA 2016) - "Intellectual Property" "Vischer s Stefan Kohler is recommended for pharmaceuticals patent and trade mark matters, and Rolf Auf der Maur is recommended for copyrights and trade mark matters, most notably in the media sector. Clients include Netflix, 3 Plus and AstraZeneca." Legal 500 (EMEA 2016) - "Public Law" - 1st tier "Vischer has been representing Swiss International Air Lines in an administrative dispute regarding a licence for flights between Geneva and Lugano, which was appealed by competitor Darwin Airlines. The firm also successfully represented the utility company EKZ in a dispute with competitor AET regarding the right to supply electricity to the construction site of the Alp Transit Gotthard tunnel. Other clients include Swisslos and the University Hospital of Zurich. Very knowledgeable practice head Stefan Rechsteiner is recommended along with Andreas Albrecht and Stefan Kohler." iam World's Leading Patent Professionals 2015 "Across town at Vischer, Stefan Kohler leverages his scientific background to forge crucial pharmaceutical agreements. His 'specific biotech know-how' is singled out for special mention." Chambers Europe (2015) - "Life Sciences" - 1st tier "Department co-head Stefan Kohler is singled out for his 'excellent industry knowledge' as well as his strong regulatory and corporate expertise. Sources enthuse: 'He is very commercial and very focused on getting the deal done; he is always at the front of the transaction.'" 3/7

4 Chambers Europe (2015) - "Intellectual Property" "Practice head Stefan Kohler is recommended for his excellent knowledge of the life sciences sector and his patent experience. Sources comment: 'He has excellent industry knowledge and is very well connected.'" Legal 500 (EMEA 2015) - "Intellectual property" "Vischer s Stefan Kohler is recommended for pharmaceuticals patent and trade mark matters, and Rolf Auf der Maur is an expert in media sector copyrights and trade marks. Clients include Mattern Pharmaceutical, V-Zug, 3 Plus and Swisscom." Legal 500 (EMEA 2015) - "Healthcare and life sciences" - 1st tier "The very hardworking team at Vischer provides commercial solutions to legal problems. It successfully represented IVF Zentren Prof. Zech before the Cantonal Administrative Court of St Gallen, which overturned a health department ban on cryopreservation of oocytes to preserve female fertility. It also assisted AstraZeneca with the acquisition of Spirogen. Matthias Staehelin leads the practice alongside Stefan Kohler, who has broad knowledge and a friendly negotiation style." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2015) - "Patents" "Vischer is represented by 'top lawyer' Stefan Kohler. He focuses on the legal issues concerning the development and marketing of innovative technologies. He also lectures aspiring patent attorneys and authors a range of publications in the area." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2015) - "Life Sciences" "At Vischer, Stefan Kohler is 'one of the foremost' lawyers in the Swiss market and regularly advises companies in relation to life sciences regulatory matters as well as legal issues arising out of the development and marketing of innovative technologies." iam World's Leading Patent Practitioners 2014 "Stefan Kohler of Vischer is acclaimed for 'his extensive biotech know-how'." Chambers Europe (2014) - "Intellectual Property" "Stefan Kohler focuses on legal matters surrounding the development and marketing of innovative technologies, and is highlighted by market sources for his life sciences know-how. 'He's a good strategic thinker,' praise interviewees, who also say they appreciate Kohler's commercial awareness." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2014) - "Patents" "Vischer's Stefan Kohler is the 'first port of call' for companies concerned with the development and marketing of innovative technologies. He has experience in patent litigation and licensing." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2014) - "Life Sciences" "Stefan Kohler at Vischer has extensive experience in patent, licensing and regulatory matters and is able to combine 'useful scientific knowledge with important legal concepts' which allows him to provide 'first class advice' to clients." Legal 500 (EMEA 2014) - "Intellectual property" "Stefan Kohler leads Vischer s team, which is known for its copyright expertise, particularly relating to new media and entertainment. It also handles IT and trade mark matters. Rolf Auf der Maur is recommended for his expertise in copyright law relating to new technology." 4/7

5 Best Lawyers Switzerland 2013 Recommended for Biotechnology and Intellectual Property Chambers Europe (2013) - "Intellectual Property" "Stefan Kohler focuses on life sciences, and frequently handles patent licensing and contentious matters. He recently assisted M&P Pharma with granting a patent licence to a Toronto-listed company, and is valued for his strong technical background." Legal 500 (EMEA 2013) - "Intellectual Property" "Vischer s recent contentious engagements include representing a client in two arbitration cases relating to drug development and patent licensing agreements. Non-contentious work includes advising a European airline on trade mark strategy. Stefan Kohler is recommended for technology and life sciences matters." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2013) - "Life Sciences" "Stefan Kohler is head of both the IP and life sciences teams in Vischer AG. He has a back-ground in science which gives him an "almost unparalleled" insight into the scientific or media aspects of an issue. He is also "brilliant" at litigation and providing strategic advice." Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2013) - "Patents" "Vischer AG is represented by the "exceptionally bright" Stefan Kohler, who heads the firm's IP team. He uses his scientific background to assist business in developing new technologies, particularly within the life science sector." Beruflicher Werdegang - Lehrbeauftragter an der Universität St. Gallen (seit 2007) - Forschungspraktika (Biowissenschaften/Molekularbiologie) - Lehrtätigkeit in Naturwissenschaften - Rechtswissenschaftlicher Assistent an der Universität St. Gallen - Anwaltspraktikum und Mitarbeiter in international, wirtschaftsrechtlich orientierten Anwaltskanzleien in Zürich - Berater im International Law Department eines US-amerikanischen Pharmaunternehmens (New Jersey); Gesetzgebungsberatung zum schweizerischen Bio- und Gentechnologierecht Mitgliedschaften in berufsbezogenen Vereinen - Zürcher Anwaltsverband - Schweizerischer Anwaltsverband - International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI) - Licensing Executive Society Schweiz (LES-CH) (Vereinsvorstand, seit April 2011) - Schweizer Forum für Kommunikationsrecht (SF-FS) - INGRES - Institut für gewerblichen Rechtsschutz - SWISS PLG - Swiss Pharma Licensing Group - Mitglied des Forums Genforschung der Schweizer Akademie für Naturwissenschaften - International Bar Association 5/7

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