Tobias Kempas

Counsel | Member of the Swedish Bar Association
Tobias Kempas

Tobias is specialized in intellectual property rights and marketing law. He has several years’ experience in dispute resolution, commercial agreements and strategic advice e.g. in the areas of trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and marketing practices. Tobias represents Swedish and foreign companies, both in litigation and out of court, e.g. in matters concerning infringement, validity, advertising measures and intellectual property agreements. He assists clients across a wide range of industries in the drafting, negotiation and  conclusion of commercial agreements, e.g. in respect of licensing and transfer of intellectual property rights, coexistence agreements, development and distribution of software, R&D agreements,  consultancy agreements, sponsorship agreements and content service agreements. Tobias has also worked as Legal Counsel for one of the world’s major telecommunications corporations, focusing on the development, commercialization and enforcement of intellectual property rights, and marketing-related negotiations and disputes. He has written several articles on e.g. copyright and trademark law and is frequently engaged as a lecturer. Tobias is also the author of the book "Artificiell intelligens och immaterialrätt - i Sverige och EU" (”Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Law – in Sweden and the EU”), published by Norstedts Juridik.

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Mentions

'One of the best trademark lawyers in Sweden, Tobias Kempas, stands at the forefront of the local IP scene.' His expertise spans high-profile disputes and big-ticket negotiations. WTR 1000

Tobias Kempas is “a highly experienced and strategic litigator focused on complex cross-border disputes. “A go-to for those with branding interests in Sweden, he effectively helps clients and foreign counsel navigate challenging local legal landscapes.” – WTR 1000 2026

Tobias Kempas is recognized for his particular "expertise in innovative areas of IP, including AI". – Legal 500 2025

Tobias Kempas is ranked as a Notable Practitioner 2024. – IP Stars 2024

“Tobias Kempas has always delivered what we need, and beyond. He has a great understanding of our business and can explain to us the challenges we have in a way that we understand and trust. Fantastic counsel that we are so happy to be working with.” – Legal 500 2024

Tobias Kempas enjoys a glistening reputation as he is widely appreciated for his finetuned litigation skills: “A force to be reckoned with, Tobias is a skilled and efficient opposing counsel.” – WTR 1000  2024

”Tobias Kempas is a prime pick for Swedish and foreign companies looking for steadfast representation both inside and outside of the courtroom.” – WTR 1000 2023

Tobias Kempas is ranked as a Notable Practitioner. – IP Stars 2023

Clients are full of praise for Tobias Kempas who “quickly understands complicated issues and always focuses on the client's best interests” – Legal 500 2019

Articles

Article August 09, 2018

Who - if anyone - owns the copyright to works created by artificial intelligence?

Published by the Swedish Patent and Registration Office

Article February 08, 2018

What is the similarity between music, movies and motorboats? Copyright is the common denominator

Published by the Swedish Patent and Registration Office

Article April 25, 2016

Is Internet Linking Illegal?

SvD Näringsliv Debatt, April 24, 2016

Article December 12, 2014

Copyright Litigation, Jurisdictional comparisons, 2nd edition 2015, Chapter on Swedish Copyright Litigation pp. 411-432

Thomson Reuters (European Lawyer Reference Series)

Article March 01, 2013

Genuine Use and Scope of Alteration of Trade Marks in Europe and Sweden. An Update.

NIR 2013:6 pp. 559-585

Article March 04, 2005

New Act on Investment Funds

[2015] J.I.B.L.R. issue 2

Article March 02, 2005

Genuine Use and Scope of Alteration of Trade Marks in Europe and Sweden.

NIR 2005: pp. 135-164

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Education
  • Uppsala University, LL.M., 2002
  • Griffith University, Australia, 2000-2001
  • Växjö University, 1992 and 1997
Experience
  • Legal Counsel, Telenor Sverige AB, 2008-2014
  • Associate/Attorney-at-law, RydinCarlsten Advokatbyrå, 2002-2008
  • Pilot, Swedish Armed Forces, 1994-1996
Other qualifications

Memberships

• Swedish Bar Association
• Swedish Association  for the Protection of Intellectual Property (SFIR)
• Swedish Copyright Association (SFU)
• International Trademark Association (INTA)
• International Literary and Artistic Association (ALAI)
• Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI)

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