HOYNG ROKH MONEGIER: Ivan Dimitrov

‘Particularly noteworthy is Ivan Dimitrov, who is not only an absolute great professionally, but who is also a lot of fun to work with. Committed, proactive and full of ideas on how to solve problems.’

Legal 500 EMEA, Germany, 2022

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Ivan Dimitrov advises and represents national and international clients in the field of intellectual property law, with a particular focus on trademarks, competition law and trade secrets. He has extensive experience in the life science, consumer electronics and consumer goods sectors, amongst others. Clients value Ivan’s in-depth expertise in intellectual property law. He regularly advises on the management of national and international trademark portfolios and develops custom-made strategies to meet the individual needs of his clients, from the application stage to the defence and enforcement of trademarks. Ivan has represented clients in complex disputes before all relevant German IP courts, including the German Federal Patent Court, as well as the German Trademark and Patent Office (DPMA). He also has experience before the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the EU courts.

He studied at the University of Düsseldorf, specialising in intellectual property law. During his legal clerkship, Ivan worked for a trademark Chamber of the Regional Court of Düsseldorf, in the IP department of an international law firm in Düsseldorf, and in an IP boutique in Washington D.C.

Upon completion of his legal clerkship, Ivan worked as a research assistant for an international law firm in Düsseldorf in the field of trademarks and unfair competition. Additionally, he participated in a visiting scholar program at Fordham Law School, NYC.

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„Excellent soft IP lawyer with a focus on goal-oriented solutions.“ JUVE 2025/2026 (translated)
Rising Star Managing Intellectual Property – IP Stars 2025, since 2022
"Ivan Dimitrov is a smart, strategic and hard-working lawyer. He has particular expertise in prosecution strategies and trade mark transactions. He enjoys a growing reputation in these areas."
"Ivan Dimitrov: He is a very talented and outstanding lawyer. He understands our needs very well, always finds solutions, delivers extremely good work promptly and is absolutely trustworthy and reliable. I can absolutely recommend him." Legal 500 2025
“Ivan is a highly skilled, efficient and trustworthy attorney, known for his swift support. He has an exceptional understanding of clients’ businesses and carefully considers every angle of a matter before offering well-thought-out, viable suggestions and recommendations.” World Trademark Review 1000: The World´s Leading Trademark Professionals 2025
"exceptionally talented, reliable, proactive, always understands our needs"; "very experienced" JUVE 2024/2025
“Our preferred counsel in soft IP matters is without a doubt Ivan Dimitrov. He embodies all attributes that an extraordinary attorney should have. He understands the needs of our company, he is extremely responsive, efficient, creative, trustworthy and passionate; he is our choice to have on speed dial.” World Trademark Review 1000 2024
"Ivan Dimitrov and his team provide prompt services with successful results for reasonable fees." Managing Intellectual Property – IP Stars 2023
"Ivan Dimitrov always has the client's interests in mind, addresses problems proactively and is a valuable sparring partner with his outstanding expertise." Legal 500 Germany 2023 (translated)
"Ivan Dimitrov: A uniquely good lawyer. He is reliable, he takes his time, he thinks along with the client, and he provides exceptional service." Legal 500 Germany 2023 (translated)
"What makes Ivan Dimitrov's team so valuable is their focus on the essentials. Problems are solved in a practical way without unnecessary legal elaborations and complicated explanations. The work is always to the point." Legal 500 Germany 2023 (translated)
"Ivan Dimitrov: The go-to person for trademark law - whether portfolio management, trademark strategy, prosecution or litigation, and this on an international level." Legal 500 Germany 2023 (translated)
“Ivan is very dedicated and professional, and has an impressive level of attention to detail when it comes to creating and implementing prosecution strategies.” World Trademark Review 1000: The World´s Leading Trademark Professionals 2023
"Particularly noteworthy is Ivan Dimitrov, who is not only an absolute great professionally, but who is also a lot of fun to work with. Committed, proactive and full of ideas on how to solve problems." Legal 500 EMEA, Germany 2022
"The perfect balance between professionalism and an extremely pleasant atmosphere makes working together so easy. Deadlines are always met, feedback is prompt and the results are outstanding. Particularly noteworthy is the feeling for the client and his needs." Legal 500 EMEA, Germany 2022