Authors and editorial approach
This website explains trade mark law with a focus on Liechtenstein. The articles combine the presentation of the law in force with questions from legal advice, business practice and brand management. Information on the authors, sources and the date of the last update make the professional assessment traceable.
Lucas Ospelt
Mag. iur., attorney at law, member of the Liechtenstein Bar Association
Studied law at the University of Vienna (Mag. iur., 2015). From 2019 to 2022 legal officer in the field of intellectual property at the Office of Economic Affairs, then at Gasser Partner Rechtsanwälte and from 2024 at a law firm in Vaduz, where he has been an attorney at law since 2026. More information in his lawyer profile and on LinkedIn.
Professional focus
The focus is on the registrability, application, searching, use and enforcement of trade marks in Liechtenstein. Cross-border issues are dealt with from the perspective of the territory of protection concerned. Articles on the Swiss, Austrian or EU legal context identify the legal system concerned.
Working method and sources
The legal presentation is based primarily on legislation and official decisions. Case law is cited with the court or authority, the date, the case number and the reference. Editorial assessments are identified as such. Each article states the date of its last update so that it can be placed in time.
Exchange and feedback
References to decisions, professional additions and verifiable corrections are welcome. Please state the article concerned and, if possible, the specific passage as well as a verifiable source. The contact page is available for editorial feedback and professional enquiries.
Conclusion
The website stands for a verifiable presentation with a clear focus on Liechtenstein. It is intended to make professional orientation easier and to support a well-founded examination of trade mark questions.
Last updated: 13 September 2026
Contact
Contact for questions on trade mark law, references to decisions and editorial feedback on the website Trade mark law in Liechtenstein.
Case law and current developments
Decisions and developments in trade mark law: case commentaries, legislation and administrative practice with a focus on Liechtenstein.
Basics and registrability
Which signs can be protected as a trade mark? Basics, distinctive character and grounds for refusal under Liechtenstein trade mark law.