Client: H. Lundbeck A/S (Denmark), the international pharmaceutical company
Legal Support Area: Inclusion of trademarks in the Customs Register of Intellectual Property Rights of Ukraine
Project Summary
Since 2022, Polikarpov Law Firm has provided legal support to Lundbeck in securing customs protection of its intellectual property in Ukraine. Within the project, five key Lundbeck trademarks have been successfully registered in the Ukrainian Customs Register of Intellectual Property Rights. This enables the detection and prevention of counterfeit imports under the Lundbeck brand at the border.
Client’s Goals
- Proactive protection of trademarks at the customs clearance stage
- Prevention of unauthorized imports of potentially counterfeit pharmaceuticals
- Continuous trademark presence in the Customs Register with up-to-date information
Project Complexity
- Timely renewal of records and provision of up-to-date ownership information
- Ensuring compliance with formal requirements for customs registration
Polikarpov Law Firm’s Actions
- Registered five Lundbeck trademarks with the Customs Register
- Ensured timely updates and renewals of trademark entries
- Provided legal support in interactions with regional customs offices
- Advised the client on ongoing protection strategies
Lawyers
Anton Polikarpov — Managing Partner, oversaw the strategic aspects of the project
Anastasiia Shevchuk — Senior Associate, handled documentation and filings
Result
Five Lundbeck trademarks are currently included in the Ukrainian Customs Register, empowering customs officials to detect and stop unauthorized imports. Through effective cooperation with customs offices, the client maintains a preventive mechanism for IP protection.
