In 2026 we celebrate our 75th anniversary. From the founding in Düsseldorf in 1951 and the move to Velbert-Langenberg through to today's team – a look back at four generations in intellectual property.
75 years of WMW: four generations of patent attorneys since 1951 read more
When the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in the summer, the whole world will be watching the action on the pitch. But it is also worth taking a look behind the scenes: few events bring together so many industrial property rights in such a concentrated space as a World Cup tournament. Even the ball rolling across the grass is a small lesson in intellectual property.
Selected IP rights show how patents, designs and trademarks interact in modern football.
How Much Intellectual Property Is Behind the 2026 FIFA World Cup? read more
Training position starting 01 August 2026: We are looking for a Trainee IP Paralegal (m/f/d) for our Velbert office.
Training Position from 01 August 2026: Trainee IP Paralegal (m/f/d) – Velbert Office read more
On the initiative of the European Commission, the SME Fund “Ideas Powered for Business” was established. The SME Fund provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in the European Union (EU) with financial support to protect their intellectual property rights.
EU FUNDING FOR THE APPLICATION OF PATENTS, TRADEMARKS AND DESIGNS read more
Do you have an idea and want to know how to protect it? We now offer a free 30-minute online initial consultation with one of our experienced patent attorneys. In a personal conversation, we will address your initial questions regarding patent, utility model, trademark, or design protection and show you possible ways to strategically safeguard your innovation – completely non-binding and conveniently online. 👉 Book your appointment now: https://calendly.com/wmw-patent-info/introductory-consultation-30-minutes
Free Online Initial Consultation with a Patent Attorney – Book Now! read more
On the initiative of the European Commission, the SME Fund “Ideas Powered for Business” was established. The SME Fund provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in the European Union (EU) with financial support to protect their intellectual property rights.
EU FUNDING FOR THE APPLICATION OF PATENTS, TRADEMARKS AND DESIGNS read more
DPMA - Russia
As part of the 14th sanctions package in response to Russia's actions destabilizing the situation in Ukraine, the DPMA (German Patent and Trademark Office) is no longer accepting new applications from Russian nationals, individuals residing in Russia, or legal entities, organizations, or institutions established in Russia.
Russia - No IP Applications read more
On the initiative of the European Commission, the SME Fund “Ideas Powered for Business” was established. The SME Fund provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in the European Union (EU) with financial support to protect their intellectual property rights.
EU FUNDING FOR THE APPLICATION OF PATENTS, TRADEMARKS AND DESIGNS read more
