Atty. David Kipping

Atty. David Kipping

David Kipping, LL.M., Maître en droit, is a lawyer and partner at Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner and a Certified Specialist in intellectual property law. He also holds an LL.M degree from the universities of Cologne and Paris and a Maître en droit degree from Paris I, Panthéon-Sorbonne.

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About David Kipping at a Glance

David Kipping is a real estate and ip attorney, practicing at Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner mbB. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law (2026). Serves clients in Cologne and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About David Kipping

  • David Kipping, LL.M., Maître en droit, is a lawyer and partner at Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner and a Certified Specialist in intellectual property law
  • He also holds an LL.M degree from the universities of Cologne and Paris and a Maître en droit degree from Paris I, Panthéon-Sorbonne
  • David Kipping’s main focus lies on intellectual property law, trademarks and designs, unfair competition and advertising law, patent law, litigation, e-commerce law and license agreements
  • Furthermore, he possesses thorough experience in the field of product labeling requirements and regulations (specific labeling requirements for consumer products such as toys, textiles, cosmetics, foodstuffs, electrical goods etc.)
  • He is a member of the German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (GRUR - Deutsche Vereinigung für gewerblichen Rechtsschutz und Urheberrecht e.V.), the Association of Trade Mark and Design Law Practitioners (APRAM - Association des praticiens du droit des marques et modèles) and INTA - International Trademark Association
  • David Kipping speaks German, English and French

Practice Areas Explained

David Kipping's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Kipping handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cologne.

Real Estate Law in Cologne

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property in Cologne

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Where is David Kipping's law office located?
David Kipping's law practice is located in Cologne. The firm is Friedrich Graf von Westphalen & Partner mbB. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Kipping handle?
David Kipping focuses on real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How can I contact David Kipping for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Kipping received?
David Kipping's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law; Best Lawyers in America — Competition / Antitrust Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Cologne Choose David Kipping

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Kipping's practice in the field of real estate and ip.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering real estate and ip, David Kipping can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Cologne

A Cologne-based practice means David Kipping attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues David Kipping Handles in Cologne

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Kipping has experience with. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Kipping directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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David Kipping's Practice Areas & Specializations

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Competition / Antitrust Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Advertising Law, Nordrhein-Westfalen (Germany)
- 2022

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