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Dr. Dr. Jochen Herr, LL.M.
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  • Thierschplatz 6
  • 80538 Munich, Germany
+49 89 83931 1240
jochen.herr@finnegan.com jochen.herr@finnegan.com

Dr. Dr. Jochen Herr, LL.M.

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  • +49 89 83931 1240 +49 89 83931 1240
  • jochen.herr@finnegan.com jochen.herr@finnegan.com
  • Thierschplatz 6
  • 80538 Munich, Germany
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Dr. Dr. Jochen Herr, LL.M., is managing partner of Finnegan’s Munich office. Named as an “IP Star” and “Patent Star” in Germany by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) and recognized for his practice by Intellectual Asset Management (IAM), Jochen is one of the rare lawyers in Germany admitted as an attorney at law, a German patent attorney, and a European patent attorney. Jochen has over 20 years of experience in patent litigation proceedings and is admitted to practice before all German patent infringement courts, the German Federal Patent Court, the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA), the European Patent Office (EPO), and the Unified Patent Court (UPC).

Jochen advises companies on all contentious patent matters. He routinely handles matters related to patent and utility model law, including infringement, nullity, cancellation, and opposition proceedings. Jochen has represented clients in patent litigation proceedings in all major technical fields, including mechanics, electronics, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, and biotechnology.

Jochen has particular experience at the interface between patent law and antitrust law (for example, FRAND objection regarding standard essential patents), in complex international patent litigation cases as well as in patent disputes before courts of arbitration.

Et Cetera

  • Coauthor. “Münchner Hinweise zur Handhabung des Zwangslizenzeinwandes (Munich notes regarding handling of the compulsory license defense),” GRUR-Prax 93, 2020.
  • Coauthor. “Erschöpfung bei Ersatzteilen (Exhaustion of spare parts),” GRUR 468, 2019.
  • Coauthor. “Speedy patent infringement proceedings in Germany, pros and cons of the go-to courts,” Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice, 2-4, 2011.
  • Coauthor. ”Der Besichtigungsanspruch bei Verletzung von Geheimhaltungspflichten (Inspection claim in case of violation against confidentiality obligations),” Praxishandbuch Internationaler Know-how-Schutz, Vol. 2, 9. December 2010.
  • Author. ”Patent Litigation and Industry Standards. The Compulsory License Defense,” Intellectual Property & Technology Law Journal, Vol. 21. 1-5, 2009.
  • Author. “EuGH erteilt grenzüberschreitendenden Patentverletzungsverfahren eine Absage“ (European Court of Justice rejects transborder patent infringement proceedings), Mitteilungen der deutschen Patentanwälte, 481-482, 2006.
  • Author. “Neue EU-Wettbewerbsregeln für Technologietransfer-Vereinbarungen” (New EU competition rules for technology transfer agreements),“ Peter Lang Publishing Group, Frankfurt/Main, 2006.

Experience

Represented Japanese company in patent infringement and nullity proceedings related to LED-technology*

Represented global Japanese company in patent infringement and nullity proceedings related to LED-technology.

Represented Japanese company in several patent infringement proceedings related to biochemistry technology*

Represented global Japanese company in several patent infringement proceedings related to biochemistry technology.

Represented U.S. company in series of nullity and infringement proceedings related to consumer products*

Represented global U.S. company in series of nullity and infringement proceedings related to consumer products.

Represented manufacturer of printer accessories in infringement, cancellation, and opposition proceedings before the European Patent Office*

Represented internationally renowned manufacturer of printer accessories in infringement, cancellation, and opposition proceedings before the European Patent Office (EPO).

EPO

Represented medical device company in patent infringement proceedings and nullity proceedings*

Represented leading medical device company in patent infringement proceedings and nullity proceedings.

Represented U.S. software company in patent infringement and invalidity dispute*

Represented U.S. software company in patent infringement and invalidity dispute.

Insights

Seminar

The Doctrine of Equivalents at the UPC

The Doctrine of Equivalents at the UPC The Doctrine of Equivalents at the UPC

April 16, 2026

Munich

Articles

Unpacking Dolby v. Roku: The First HEVC SEP-Based European Preliminary Injunction

Unpacking Dolby v. Roku: The First HEVC SEP-Based European Preliminary Injunction Unpacking Dolby v. Roku: The First HEVC SEP-Based European Preliminary Injunction

April 16, 2026

Intellectual Asset Management (IAM)

Conference

IPBC Europe 2026 IPBC Europe 2026

March 23-25, 2026

Paris

European IP Blog

Munich Regional Court I Grants Avago Injunction Against Renault After Calculating a FRAND Rate Munich Regional Court I Grants Avago Injunction Against Renault After Calculating a FRAND Rate

4 March 2026

Articles

Global Patent Litigation: Strategic Insights Across U.S., Germany, and China

Global Patent Litigation: Strategic Insights Across U.S., Germany, and China Global Patent Litigation: Strategic Insights Across U.S., Germany, and China

December 18, 2025

Conference

3rd Global Patent Litigation FORUM 3rd Global Patent Litigation FORUM

October 23, 2025

Munich

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Upcoming Events

Conference

4th Global Patent Litigation FORUM 4th Global Patent Litigation FORUM

October 29, 2026

Munich

Conference

IAM Live: Navigating the UPC 2026 IAM Live: Navigating the UPC 2026

November 3, 2026

Paris

Professional Recognition

"Herr comes in for praise for being an excellent practitioner who is flexible, quick to respond and extremely knowledgeable. He can always be relied on to deliver great results."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Highly competent and extremely committed."

The Legal 500

"Jochen Herr is a rare hybrid of patent attorney and attorney at law; the advantages of this versatility cannot be overstated, especially in disputes that require deep technological understanding. His dual education in law and engineering also proves invaluable both in the courtroom and at the licensing negotiation table."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Trailblazing life sciences, automotive and consumer goods litigator Jochen Herr does not confine his crystalline exposition and watertight arguments  to the courtroom (…) he is a man for all seasons. Triple qualified, he is at his finest arguing the toss in the life sciences, automotive and consumer goods sectors. Peers praise his proven ability to "build up a practice" by selecting only the finest talent to accompany him on his search for patent perfection."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Dr. Dr. Jochen Herr: highest quality and absolutely reliable."

JUVE Handbook

"Based in Munich, the "terrific" Jochen Herr is a man for all seasons. He has more than 10 years of experience enforcing patents across all technical fields."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr wins plaudits for his “superb work” and the depth of his understanding: “He is a strong litigator, but he is also qualified as a European patent attorney, so he understands the technical side, which helps him to get along with mechanical engineers and other non-legal professionals.”

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr (…) focuses on the life sciences and consumer goods sectors and has a stellar record before the Federal Court of Justice and the Federal Patent Court."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"With a high level of professionalism and creativity [Jochen Herr] finds alternative solutions to make the best of no-win situations and brings also the utmost accuracy to drafting oppositions and appeals."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr's unconditional commitment in particular in litigation before court as well as in opposition and nullity proceedings is outstanding."

The Legal 500

"Herr comes in for praise for being an excellent practitioner who is flexible, quick to respond and extremely knowledgeable. He can always be relied on to deliver great results."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Highly competent and extremely committed."

The Legal 500

"Jochen Herr is a rare hybrid of patent attorney and attorney at law; the advantages of this versatility cannot be overstated, especially in disputes that require deep technological understanding. His dual education in law and engineering also proves invaluable both in the courtroom and at the licensing negotiation table."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Trailblazing life sciences, automotive and consumer goods litigator Jochen Herr does not confine his crystalline exposition and watertight arguments  to the courtroom (…) he is a man for all seasons. Triple qualified, he is at his finest arguing the toss in the life sciences, automotive and consumer goods sectors. Peers praise his proven ability to "build up a practice" by selecting only the finest talent to accompany him on his search for patent perfection."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Dr. Dr. Jochen Herr: highest quality and absolutely reliable."

JUVE Handbook

"Based in Munich, the "terrific" Jochen Herr is a man for all seasons. He has more than 10 years of experience enforcing patents across all technical fields."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr wins plaudits for his “superb work” and the depth of his understanding: “He is a strong litigator, but he is also qualified as a European patent attorney, so he understands the technical side, which helps him to get along with mechanical engineers and other non-legal professionals.”

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr (…) focuses on the life sciences and consumer goods sectors and has a stellar record before the Federal Court of Justice and the Federal Patent Court."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"With a high level of professionalism and creativity [Jochen Herr] finds alternative solutions to make the best of no-win situations and brings also the utmost accuracy to drafting oppositions and appeals."

Intellectual Asset Management Patent 1000

"Jochen Herr's unconditional commitment in particular in litigation before court as well as in opposition and nullity proceedings is outstanding."

The Legal 500

News

Award/Ranking

Finnegan’s European Practices and Attorneys Highlighted in 2026 Managing IP Rankings Finnegan’s European Practices and Attorneys Highlighted in 2026 Managing IP Rankings

June 25, 2026

Managing Intellectual Property

Award/Ranking

Finnegan Earns Top Rankings in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide; Nearly 60 Attorneys Ranked Finnegan Earns Top Rankings in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide; Nearly 60 Attorneys Ranked

May 28, 2026

Intellectual Asset Management (IAM)

Press Release

Finnegan Enhances Its German and European IP Practice with Björn Kalbfus Finnegan Enhances Its German and European IP Practice with Björn Kalbfus

April 30, 2026

Award/Ranking

Best Lawyers in Germany Recognizes Four Finnegan Partners in Recent Rankings

Best Lawyers in Germany Recognizes Four Finnegan Partners in Recent Rankings

June 12, 2025

Best Lawyers

Award/Ranking

50 Finnegan Attorneys Ranked in the 2025 IAM Patent 1000

50 Finnegan Attorneys Ranked in the 2025 IAM Patent 1000

June 2, 2025

Intellectual Asset Management (IAM)

Award/Ranking

Finnegan Remains a Top Tier Firm in the 2025 Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars Rankings

Finnegan Remains a Top Tier Firm in the 2025 Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars Rankings

May 30, 2025

Managing Intellectual Property
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Professional Activities

  • Association of Intellectual Property Experts
  • German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property & Copyright
  • Licensing Executives Society (LES)
Admissions and Education

Admissions

  • European Patent Office
  • German Patent and Trade Mark Office
  • German District Courts and Higher Regional Courts
  • German Federal Patent Court
  • Unified Patent Court (UPC)

Education

University of California, Davis School of Law
LL.M., Law, 2006
Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität
Doctor of Laws, (Dr. iur), 2005
Oberlandesgericht Frankfurt am Main
Certificate, Zweites Staatsexamen, 2003
Justus-Liebig-Universität, Giessen
Ph.D., Human Biology, 2002
Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität
Certificate, Erstes Staatsexamen, 2001
Technische Universität Darmstadt
M.S., Mechanical Engineering, 1996

Languages

  • French
  • German
  • English

Jochen's Practices

Diligence, Licensing, and Opinions
Due Diligence
Licensing, Pooling, and Other Transactions
Opinions and Counseling
Standard Essential Patents (SEPs)
Global IP Enforcement, Litigation, and Trials
Antitrust and Misuse
Due Diligence
Patent Litigation and Trials
Standard Essential Patents (SEPs)
Trade Secrets
Unitary Patent System (UPS) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC)
Patent Office Invalidation Proceedings
Nullity Actions
Patent Oppositions and Appeals
Third-Party Observations

Jochen's Industries

AI, Electronics, and Information Technology
Electrical and Computer Technology
Electronic Devices and Components
Chemicals, Industrials, and Materials
Manufacturing
Communications
Internet of Things (IoT)
Consumer Goods and Services
Food and Beverage
Energy
Clean Energy and Renewables
Life Sciences
Biologics
Medical Device and Diagnostics
Transportation and Logistics
Automotive and Smart Mobility Tech

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