Sandrine Collin
Trademark and Design Attorney
Brussels office
Sandrine Collin joined Novagraaf in 2008 as a Benelux Trademark and Design Attorney. Sandrine has extensive experience in trademark and design law and specialises in managing IP portfolios of all sizes, but has particular expertise in handling large international trademark portfolios. Sandrine provides clients with advice on filing strategies, as well as optimisation and protection of their IP rights.
Career history
Sandrine obtained a Masters degree in Intellectual Property from the University of Leuven in 2014.
Work highlights
After having been seconded to a client, a multinational company of Belgian origin and a major player in the beverage industry, Sandrine is now in charge of their European portfolio. Furthermore, she has developed specialised skills in the area of certification marks.
In 2021, Sandrine was appointed as court expert.
Memberships
Sandrine is a member of the BMM and of the AIPPI. She is also an official representative at the EUIPO.
Languages
- French
- English
- Dutch
Areas of expertise
- Trademark registration and portfolio management
- Trademark prosecution
- Trademark filing strategies
- Trademark portfolio audits
- Registered and unregistered designs
- Domain names
- IP strategy
- Dispute resolution
- Litigation management
- Pre-litigation & litigation
Industry specialisms
- Cosmetics & personal care
- Drinks/beverages
- Fashion & textiles
- Food & food technology