Expertise. Experience. People.

Your IP in the best hands

Based in Germany,
working for you all over the world.

7 locations. Internationally connected.
Always close to you.

As of July 30, 2026, Bodenseepatent and advotec. have joined forces under the name advotec. We are combining our strengths while expanding our network. You now have access to the in-depth knowledge and experience of our dynamic team of more than 20 attorneys, all under one roof.

The entire team

Our experts in your field.

Services

How we protect your intellectual property.

Locations

A look at all our locations.

Team

More than 20 attorneys, 317 years of combined experience in the field of patents. Together, we combine technical expertise, legal precision, and many years of extensive practical experience. This enables us to develop customized intellectual property strategies that sustainably safeguard innovations and strengthen companies over the long term.

Services

A good idea isn’t the only thing innovations need they also need proper protection. With our technical and legal expertise, we support companies throughout the entire innovation process and develop customized intellectual property strategies for national and international markets.

Law

Intellectual property protection means more than just filing a patent application. We provide companies with reliable support in enforcing, defending, and strategically developing their intellectual property rights – throughout all aspects of patents and trademarks to contracts, licenses, and trade secrets.

Technology

Our technical expertise spans mechanical and electrical engineering, medical technology, and digital technologies. We support innovations across a wide range of industries and develop intellectual property strategies that combine technical precision with commercial success.

UPC – Unitary Patent

The unitary patent and the Unified Patent Court are opening up new opportunities for Europe-wide patent protection. We assist you in developing the right strategy for your intellectual property portfolio and in making the most of the opportunities and risks presented by the new system.

Workflows & Processes

Von der ersten Idee bis zur erfolgreichen Durchsetzung eines Schutzrechts begleiten wir Sie durch jeden Schritt des Innovationsprozesses. Unsere strukturierten Abläufe schaffen Transparenz, geben Orientierung und sorgen dafür, dass technische, rechtliche und wirtschaftliche Aspekte von Anfang an optimal aufeinander abgestimmt sind.