Alexander Tsoutsanis

Alexander has deep experience on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters, in particular in the fields of technology, branding, design and internet law.

Patents

• Representing an inventor of Wi-Fi technology against the largest ISP in The Netherlands regarding the use of 2+ million 'Wi-Fi Spots'.
• Successfully acting for a manufacturer of electrical fires in more than five court cases, both first instance and appeal, involving cross-border injunctions for the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Germany, France and Ireland, while also obtaining two seizures and coordinate parallel litigation in Germany.
• Representing a market leader in bike security technology in infringement proceedings, coordinating parallel patent litigation in Germany and successfully upholding the validity of a patent in opposition proceedings before the EPO.
• Representing and coordinating various patent enforcement actions for a market leader in e-bikes in multiples countries.

Trademarks, copyright and designs

• Acting before the European Court of Justice in relation to bad faith filings and lack of intent-to-use.
• Successfully representing the oldest gaming-studio in the Netherlands in a trade mark dispute surrounding a blockchain video-game.
• Acting for the central bank of The Netherlands in a trademark dispute against a commercial bank using a confusing similar trademark.
• Successfully representing an upcoming fashion label against The Sting upholding an injunction for copyright infringement in appeal.
• Successfully representing an award winning furniture manufacturer against claims of copying minimalist design.
• Handling cancellation-, opposition- and appeal proceedings before EUIPO for numerous (international) clients, including appeals before the General Court and the Court of Justice.

Internet / digital

• Dealing with a range of cybercrime and online threats from e.g. cybersquatters, 'bulletproof' hosts and platforms facilitating on-line piracy.
• Obtaining a landmark decision on Google Adwords before the European Court of Justice.
• Acting for a major sat nav operator against jailbreaking sat nav devices and pirating maps.
• Cracking down on Europe’s biggest online platform for illegal streaming of football matches, securing victory both in first instance and appeal.
• Acting for FIFA in connection with illegal streaming of the FIFA World Cup against bad hosts, securing various court orders against multiple ISPs.
• Obtaining a landmark decision for Premier League against notorious hosting provider Ecatel.

What others say:

• Chambers: "Alexander Tsoutsanis is a very pleasant person to work with. He is kind, approachable and seemingly always available."; "Fast, goal-oriented and leads us to very good results within a few days. Communication with him is really easy."; "Alexander Tsoutsanis is always able to find a creative yet practical solution to complex matters. His ability to navigate through what can sometimes be a legal minefield is second to none."
• IAM Patent 1000: “He is super-bright and generous with his time and knowledge, and evaluates all potential solutions in coming up with a plan. In-house lawyers can move forward without delay thanks to his quick replies”; “engine of success in complex litigation’’; “Alex brings a focused approach to cases and devises grounded legal strategies that are well adapted to clients’ business needs. He alleviates the burden of litigation.”; "prolific litigator"; "smart and creative - knows how to push a case forward to get the best result.”; “sharp and clear in his analyses, consistent in his policy and strong in his line of defense.”
• Legal 500: "next generation partner"; "Alexander is prepared to roll up his sleeves and invest in the success of the client"; ‘‘a trusted pair of hands when it comes to IP litigation, mixing action with reflection. He is tenacious in preparation, while also keeping in mind strategic aspects.’’
• WTR 1000: ‘‘smooth-talking, confident practitioner who knows how to get results"; “fearless in unexplored legal areas.”