Thomas Gniadek
Partner
Co-Head Patent Litigation Department
Dr. jur., Attorney-at-Law, UPC Representative Languages DE | EN Patent Litigation and Contracts Team Encrypted E-mail to Thomas Gniadek
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Arabellastraße 30
81925 München
Thomas is a partner and Co-Head of our Patent Litigation and Contracts department in our Munich office. His practice focuses on counselling and representation in patent litigation, trade secrets litigation and other tech-related litigation. In particular, his expertise comprises litigating patents in the fields of telecommunications, video, audio and voice coding, IT, hardware and software, consumer electronics, automotive, mechanics, 3D printing, metal manufacturing, medical devices as well as biotech; regularly including standard essential patents (SEP).
Further, Thomas advises on technology related know-how and trade secrets protection. He gives advice on the licensing of patents and IP rights, on employee inventions law and on technology related unfair competition and anti-trust law (SEP/FRAND). He helps clients manage risks and arriving at practical solutions without involving the courts. Also, Thomas has a wealth of experience in providing comprehensive freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and representing clients in complex out-of-court negotiation scenarios.
In particular, his expertise comprises litigating patents in the fields of telecommunications, video, audio and voice coding, IT, hardware and software, consumer electronics, automotive, mechanics, 3D printing, metal manufacturing, medical devices as well as biotech; regularly including standard essential patents (SEP).
- German Attorney-at-Law
- Representative before the Unified Patent Court
- Chambers Germany 2025 – Band 5 for Patent Litigation.
"Thomas Gniadek does not need chasing, he is on top of everything and his expertise is very valuable, especially with topics related to the UPC."
"Thomas Gniadek has a lot of experience at the Unified Patent Court. He handles complex cases and utilises his resources very well." - JUVE Patent Germany 2025 – Recommended Individual in Patent Litigation, recognized for a “pragmatic and solution‑oriented” approach.
- Recognized for expertise in complex patent disputes, SEP/FRAND matters, and high‑tech cases. Clients highlight his “competent, dynamic, and solution‑driven litigation style” and note: “If you want to make your case a winning case, he should be your choice.”