Trademarks & Brand Protection
Legal advice on trademark strategy, protectability, clearance and conflict risks, registrations, use agreements, trademark portfolios, and representation in infringement or ownership disputes.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY | IT LAW | DIGITAL BUSINESS
Intellectual Property & IT Law
Bergt Law advises and represents companies, rights holders, founders, technology providers and investors on intellectual property, IT law, data protection and digital business models connected with Liechtenstein, the EEA and cross-border matters.
We combine trademark, copyright and licensing law with software and IT contracts, GDPR, e-commerce, platform matters, AI and technology transactions. Our focus is on legally robust rights, clear contracts, regulatory interfaces and the sustainable legal use of technology and data.
IP, IT, DATA & DIGITAL BUSINESS
Legal advice and representation for intangible assets and technology
Technology, brands, content, software, data and know-how are core business assets. We advise on their legal classification, contractual use, protection and enforcement, including interfaces with data protection, e-commerce, corporate law and regulation.
Intellectual Property and IT Law: distinct, but closely connected
Intellectual Property and IT Law are distinct fields. IP law focuses in particular on rights in brands, works, software, content and know-how. IT law addresses technology contracts, software projects, data, platforms and digital systems. In practice, the two frequently overlap in software, content, licensing, data and digital business models, which is why we address these interfaces in one connected practice.
Copyright, Content & Media
Advice and representation on copyrighted works, digital content, content licensing, chains of title and online exploitation. This also includes legal issues for content creators, creator collaborations and user-generated content (UGC) across Web2 and Web3 environments.
Software, SaaS & IT Contracts
Drafting, review and negotiation of software, SaaS, cloud, development, maintenance, hosting and IT project agreements, including scope, IP rights, liability, data and exit provisions.
Licensing, Know-how & Technology
Licence agreements, rights of use, technology and know-how arrangements, confidentiality, transfer of rights and legal frameworks for collaboration and commercialisation.
Data Protection & GDPR
Advice on GDPR, privacy governance, transparency duties, processors, international data transfers, data protection agreements, data subject rights and privacy-related projects.
E-Commerce, Platforms & Competition
Legal advice on online offerings, platforms, digital contracts, information duties, consumer law, advertising, media law and competition-law interfaces.
AI, Data & Emerging Technology
Legal analysis of AI and data-driven applications, contract and IP issues, governance, transparency, data use and interfaces with emerging regulatory requirements.
IP/IT in Transactions
Legal due diligence and advice on IP, software, data and IT matters in M&A, investments, financing rounds, joint ventures and other corporate transactions.
Opinions, Disputes & Enforcement
Legal opinions and specialist assessments on IP and IT law, together with advice and representation in trademark, copyright, licence, software, data protection and technology disputes.
IP & DIGITAL LEGAL LIFECYCLE
From protection and contracting to use and enforcement
Intangible assets and digital products raise legal questions throughout their lifecycle. Issues arise when rights are identified and protected, technology is developed and licensed, products are deployed, compliance is assessed, transactions occur or conflicts emerge. We provide legal support at those points where technology and rights require legal clarity.
IDENTIFY
PROTECT
CONTRACT
LICENSE
DEPLOY
COMPLY
TRANSACT
ENFORCE
Trademarks, copyright & know-how
We advise on the protection, use and enforcement of trademarks, copyrighted content and know-how. This includes protectability and clearance questions, licensing and use models, chains of title, confidentiality and the legal assessment of potential infringements. We also advise content creators, media businesses and platforms on creator arrangements, user-generated content (UGC), rights clearance and the use of protected content across Web2 and Web3 environments.
Software projects & IT contracts
Technology projects require clear rules on scope, acceptance, change processes, IP rights, data, availability, liability and termination. We draft, review and negotiate software, SaaS, cloud, development, hosting and maintenance agreements and provide legal support for IT projects.
Contract Law & DamagesLicensing & commercial use
Licences determine who may use technology, content, brands or know-how, for which purposes and to what extent. We advise on scope of use, exclusivity, sublicensing, remuneration, audit rights, term, termination and cross-border exploitation.
Data protection, GDPR & compliance
Liechtenstein is a member of the EEA. The GDPR therefore forms a central part of the applicable data protection framework. We advise on privacy governance, transparency duties, legal bases, processing arrangements, international transfers, data subject rights and the legal integration of data-intensive business models.
Governance, Compliance & Risk ManagementE-commerce, platforms & digital business models
Online offerings and platform models combine contract law, consumer law, data protection, media and advertising law, as well as technical processes. We assess legal requirements for digital business models, terms, checkout and information processes, platform roles and online communications.
Commercial & Corporate LawAI, FinTech & regulated technology
AI, automated systems, tokenisation, FinTech and other technology-driven models can combine IP, data, contract and regulatory questions. We advise on legal classification and coordinate financial-market regulatory aspects where relevant.
Banking & Financial Market LawIP/IT in M&A & corporate transactions
In acquisitions and investments, software, trademarks, domains, databases, licences, development agreements, open-source components and privacy matters may represent a significant part of enterprise value and legal risk. We support clients through legal due diligence, contract review and IP/IT transaction advice.
Commercial & Corporate LawEnforcement, disputes & specialist opinions
We prepare legal opinions and specialist assessments and advise or represent in IP and IT disputes. Matters may include trademark and copyright disputes, licence and software conflicts, privacy issues, claims arising from digital contractual relationships and cross-border technology matters.
Dispute Resolution & ProceedingsCLIENTS & TECHNOLOGY STAKEHOLDERS
Who we advise and represent
Our IP and IT practice serves companies and rights holders whose business model, brand, technology, data or digital infrastructure requires legal protection, contractual clarity or enforcement.
Technology companies & SaaS providers
Founders, start-ups & growth companies
Brand owners & rights holders
Content creators, e-commerce, platform & media businesses
Industrial & commercial companies with technology matters
Investors & corporate groups in technology transactions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions on Intellectual Property and IT Law
What does Bergt Law cover in Intellectual Property and IT Law?
We advise and represent on trademarks, copyright, licensing, software and IT contracts, data protection and GDPR, e-commerce, platforms, AI, digital business models, IP/IT due diligence, disputes and specialist legal opinions.
Which intangible rights may be particularly relevant to a business?
Depending on the business model, relevant assets may include trademarks, copyright, software rights, database rights, domain names, trade secrets, know-how, contractual rights of use and other intangible positions. The applicable protection depends on the specific asset and circumstances.
Does Bergt Law advise on software, SaaS and licence agreements?
Yes. We draft, review and negotiate software, SaaS, cloud, development, hosting, maintenance and licence agreements and advise on IP rights, scope, data, liability, availability, duration and termination.
Does the GDPR apply in Liechtenstein?
Yes. Liechtenstein is a member of the European Economic Area. The GDPR forms part of the data protection framework applicable in Liechtenstein. The specific legal assessment depends on the processing activity, the parties involved and any cross-border elements.
Does Bergt Law advise on AI and data-driven products?
Yes. We advise on legal issues concerning AI and data-driven applications, particularly IP, contracts, data use, privacy, governance, transparency and regulatory interfaces.
What role do IP and IT play in M&A transactions?
For technology and data-driven businesses, IP rights, software, licences, open-source components, IT contracts, domains, data assets and privacy compliance can materially affect value and legal risk. These matters are commonly addressed in legal due diligence and transaction documentation.
Does Bergt Law represent clients in IP and IT disputes?
Yes. We advise and represent in out-of-court and court disputes within our practice, including trademark, copyright, licensing, software, privacy and technology-related contract disputes.
Can Bergt Law support cross-border technology projects?
Yes. We advise on matters involving Liechtenstein, the EEA and international elements and, where appropriate, coordinate with foreign counsel or technical specialists. Applicable law and jurisdiction must be assessed for each project.
Technology needs a robust legal framework.
We advise and represent on complex matters involving intellectual property, software, data, digital business models and technology contracts.
