Anton Polikarpov
Anton Polikarpov
FOUNDER, managing partner
Anton Polikarpov, founder and managing partner of the BrandR law firm, has 20 years of experience in legal practice. For over 15 years, he has specialized in intellectual property protection for companies, particularly in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and food industries, working with clients in Ukraine and internationally.
Achievements
20
years of experience
37+
industry experience
785+
students
Experience

Anton gained valuable practical experience in the field of intellectual property while heading the corresponding department at Roshen Confectionery Corporation, as well as by founding and managing IP practices at two leading law firms in Ukraine.
In addition to his main legal activities, Anton is keen to share his accumulated knowledge. He teaches at the Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics, passing on his experience to the next generation of lawyers and emphasizing the importance of intellectual property protection.
Anton is also a certified patent attorney of Ukraine (since 2016), a practicing attorney-at-law (since 2012), and a WIPO arbitrator in .UA domain disputes under the UDRP procedure (since 2021). Such diverse experience and deep knowledge make him a valuable expert for clients seeking effective and comprehensive protection of their intellectual property rights.

Hobbies
playing keyboard instruments
Member of the rock band "Van Kuver"
Boxing
Anton's cases
Resolving a registration dispute for Partizan TM
Anton Polikarpov | Anastasiia Shevchuk | Vladyslav Zhuravlov | 8 June, 2026
Resolving a registration dispute for Partizan TM

Client: Canadian manufacturer of vodka products under the Partizan trademark. Defendant: HAMMER MARKET LLC, owner of the “PARTISAN” and “ПАРТИЗАН” trademarks. Case Background The client approached BrandR after receiving a provisional refusal of Partizan trademark registration in Ukraine. The reason for refusal was the existence of prior registered trademarks “PARTISAN” and “ПАРТИЗАН” owned by HAMMER […]

Trademark Licensing and Recordation of the ROYAL Brand in Ukraine
Ostap Hoidyk | Anton Polikarpov | 8 June, 2026
Trademark Licensing and Recordation of the ROYAL Brand in Ukraine

Client RK-GAMES LLC (Ukraine), owner of intellectual property rights to the ROYAL trademark for services in gaming and entertainment. Opponent Not applicable – this case concerns licensing rather than litigation. Opponent’s Representative (firm and person) Not applicable Case Title Licensing and recordation of the trademark license agreement for the ROYAL brand in Ukraine. Case Details […]

Comprehensive trademark protection and legal support for the Zernovita brand’s international expansion to EU and US markets.
Anton Polikarpov | Anastasiia Shevchuk | 8 June, 2026
Comprehensive trademark protection and legal support for the Zernovita brand’s international expansion to EU and US markets.

Client IPS LLC — Ukrainian company specializing in the production and sale of grain products under the Zernovita brand. The company operates in the food industry, specifically grain milling, providing consumers with high-quality cereals, flakes, flour, and crispbreads. IPS LLC actively develops its own brands and focuses on healthy nutrition and premium quality products. Practice […]

Anton's publications
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