360° Full IP Law Firm
PRINS with its mixed team of patent attorneys, trademark attorneys and attorneys-at-law (admitted to all Swiss Courts) is one of the few IP law firms in Switzerland that can offer full-service advice in all fields of intellectual property. Together with our clients, we develop tailor-made IP strategies to strengthen relevant business areas, achieve strategic goals and successfully implement changes. We have a reliable network of foreign colleagues to secure your intellectual property rights worldwide and state-of-the-art supplier technology to support digitalized actions.
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Teaming up with our clients, we provide a unique assortment of expertise, as well as proactive and precise solutions to protect and enhance creations of the mind. As a single point of contact we guide our clients through complexities of intellectual property in Switzerland and abroad.
Our joint work builds solid assets for long-lasting performance enabling our clients to face the future more prepared.
Mirko Bödecker, Dipl. Phys.
Partner
Mirko Bödecker, Dipl. Phys.
Swiss & European Patent Attorney
An engineer in physics, Mirko has worked as an IP Counsel and European Patent Attorney for nearly 20 years, after having gained industry experience in a leading technical company in Switzerland. He is available for all sizes of clients with patent and design cases, offering his “out of the box” approach and solution-oriented mindset to maximize success.
Chantal Koller, Lic. jur.
Partner
Chantal Koller, lic. jur.
Senior Patent Attorney – Trademarks, Designs & Domain Names
Having started her career in IP over 25 years ago, Chantal puts her experience as a former IP firm manager and in-house counsel at use to offer her proactive, pragmatic and efficient portfolio management skills to clients of all types. When building-up IP strategies, she is at ease with demanding corporate environments, but also knows the challenges of smaller structures such as SMEs, start-ups or non-for-profit organizations. Thanks to her international network, Chantal can also count on the input of brand protection experts in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Bruno Meyer, Dr. sc. nat. ETH
Partner
Bruno Meyer, Dr. sc. nat. ETH
Swiss & European Patent Attorney
Bruno is an engineer in environmental sciences and biophysics who studied at both ETH (Zurich) and EPFL (Lausanne). After an in-house experience in the Swiss pharma industry, he earned his Patent Attorney degree, and has for more than 15 years shared his enthusiasm for patents in various technical fields with his clients and trainees. He has experience in guiding his clients from filing applications to defending them in court cases.
Raphael Nusser, Dr. iur., LL.M.
Partner
Raphael Nusser, Dr. iur., LL.M.
Attorney at Law, Mediator SCCMM, Innosuisse Special Coach IP & Licensing
Raphael is a goal-oriented and court-proven attorney-at-law, admitted to all Swiss courts, using his excellent legal knowledge to represent clients in contentious legal proceedings. His experience acquired in big law firms enables him to resourcefully assist companies in all aspects of trademark, patent, design, copyright, IT, advertising and unfair competition matters, as well as in M&A transactions and data protection compliance. Always thriving for the best solution for his clients, Raphael is perceived as a good negotiator by his peers and often solutions his cases with a settlement.
Annette Mäder, Master of Science (MSC) ETH
Annette Mäder, Master of Science (MSC) ETH
Swiss & European Patent Attorney
Annette earned two Master’s degrees in neurobiology and intellectual property at ETH (Zurich) and has subsequently gained significant experience as an in-house patent attorney in the biotech and biochemistry fields. After 15 years in-house, Annette joined the IP law firm sector where her serenity is appreciated by both smaller and large corporate clients. She provides comprehensive advice to clients on patent, design, and trademark matters.
Nathalie Codignola, MLaw
Nathalie Codignola, MLaw
Patent Attorney – Trademarks, Designs & Copyrights
Nathalie has spent over 15 years as an in-house IP manager in global and listed companies based in Switzerland. Her experience in managing worldwide trademarks and designs portfolios, combined with her natural interest for IT processes, enables her to manage projects of all kinds. She knows the challenges encountered by big corporations and delivers solution-oriented advice.
Iris Sidler (Mrs.), lic.iur
Iris Sidler (Mrs.), lic.iur
Attorney at Law
Iris knows the world of IP from all perspectives and has over 20 years of experience in this legal field: Iris worked as a copyright specialist at the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI), was Deputy General Counsel at a leading global luxury goods company and a start-up lawyer, including as in-house counsel. Iris is a client- and solution-orientated Swiss attorney who is admitted to practice before all Swiss courts.
Michael Hildbrand (Mr.)
Michael Hildbrand (Mr.)
IP Counsel
Michael has been practicing trademark law since 1990. He acquired his knowledge both in IP law firms as IP Counsel and Paralegal as well as Trademark Analyst in a multinational company. With his outstanding experience, Michael handles complex global trademark portfolios. His excellent language skills enable him to communicate in French, German and English.
Testimonials
What customers say about PRINS IP
“They provide great value for money, quick onboarding and ease in working with them. This makes them stand out.” (Chambers, European Guide 2026)
“Prins goes beyond being a mere service provider; it is a true partner that prioritises clients’ needs at the heart of its approach. By deeply understanding its clients’ business and industry, the team offers more than just legal solutions — it delivers proactive, customised advice that aligns with and supports the long-term visions and objectives of the brands it serves. The team provides invaluable guidance as well as comprehensive portfolio management and enforcement. Their expertise is critical in navigating the complexities of protecting IP rights across global markets and ensuring successful outcomes in disputes. Its commitment to delivering top-tier legal support is evident in every interaction, making it a trusted partner for high-profile names.” (WTR1000, ed. 2025)
“The team combines strong technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset, which makes them an invaluable partner. The firm stands out for its entrepreneurial and pragmatic approach to IP law. The team combines deep legal expertise with a strong understanding of business realities, which makes their advice highly actionable and commercially relevant. They are particularly skilled at supporting [specific companies,] offering strategic guidance that aligns IP protection with growth and investment objectives. Their ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional projects efficiently, while maintaining clear communication and a solution-oriented mindset, sets them apart. The department’s strength lies in its blend of legal precision, strategic foresight, and a proactive, client-focused attitude that consistently delivers results. The firm already delivers significant value through their pragmatic, business-oriented approach and deep understanding of specific environments.” (Chambers, European Guide 2026)
“Prins proudly hosts a talented team hailed for their startup mindset, pragmatic and efficient approach, and the ability to provide clear guidance across a range of IP matters. Their blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and project management skills makes them highly effective.” (WT1000, ed. 2026)
“Their distinguishing strengths are their sound technical knowledge and drafting and prosecution experience as well as their thorough knowledge on [specific type of law]. I would also highlight their availability and speed.” (Chambers, European Guide 2026)
“The firm delivers excellent value for money. Clear budgets are maintained in our collaboration. They communicate proactively if additional iterations may affect costs. Their approach is fully transparent, with no surprises. They consistently ensure that the scope and budget remain aligned with our expectations” (Chambers, European Guide 2026)
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