Legal 500 Ip Spain

„Carlos Valls has a strong background in the trademark sector and serves both national and international clients, so he speaks English and knows how to handle issues from other jurisdictions. The highlight of his practice is his creativity: his experience in the legal and economic field, as well as his knowledge, always allow him to find a creative solution for every need. Elzaburu`s team takes a multidisciplinary approach to securing the patent portfolios of large national and international companies. The team advises on patent grant procedures, third-party oppositions, patent infringements, patentability analyses and unfair competition injunctions. Led by Francisco Saez, Head of Patents, Antonio Castán Litigation and Javier Fernández-Lasquetty, Head of Legal and Economic, the group represents key market players such as Acciona and Airbus in a client base that includes retail, pharmaceuticals, technology, chemicals and telecommunications. The team is supported by unfair competition expert Enrique Armijo Chávarri and junior partner María Cadarso. „We worked with the process team at Jones Day, Madrid. The team was led by Dr. Mercedes Fernández and lawyers Carlota Domínguez and Adrián Jareño. The team has extensive knowledge and experience in international arbitration.

With this knowledge, a pragmatic and efficient vision of the legal department and collaboration between law firms acting as a team. „Antonio Valmaña is characterized by a deep reflection and at the same time a realistic orientation towards the achievement of legal objectives and solutions. He has a strong academic background, combined with practical law execution and international reach. It is always open to learning and mutual cooperation, forming a strategic ally par excellence that offers trust and security. „J. Almoguera has a team of lawyers that is small but accustomed to complex legal discussions. It should be emphasized that they are meticulous in the treatment and analysis of all the derivative aspects and risks of each file entrusted to them. „They are a very business-oriented team with a great knowledge of technical and legal issues. Great knowledge of the technical-legal issues of the digital field that exist today. „Baylos offers deep legal expertise combined with a practical, business-oriented approach. We have contacted the IP litigation team in Spain on several occasions. They provided excellent advocacy and localized ideas.

We are very satisfied with the quality and value of the work. „Ceca Magan is an innovative company with strategic thinking, critical analysis and a global vision. These qualities allow him to stand out by providing his clients with effective and value-added legal solutions. „The excellent treatment, proximity and availability of Baylos professionals are very remarkable. They have a great knowledge of the profession and are able to communicate it clearly, even to profiles who are not familiar with the field of law. „I would like to highlight the proximity, professionalism and legal rigour. I highlight the works of Javier Prieto, Gerard Solé and Santiago Gallissà i Calzado. „The litigation team at this law firm is characterized by great professionalism, commitment and attention to detail. Personally, I appreciate a high level of objectivity in their legal analysis, for example, if they do not think the resource has a high probability of success, they communicate it from the outset.

„Gómez-Acebo & Pombo specializes in both litigation and arbitration and is praised for its `highest quality legal advice`. The firm excels in arbitration, a practice that has grown steadily under the leadership of Inés Vázquez, and is familiar with disputes before the ICC, ICSID and the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce Arbitration Institute, including investment arbitration under the ECT. Juan Viaño is another name; He has over 25 years of experience representing large corporations, funds and financial institutions. Insolvency is at the forefront of Rodrigo López`s concerns, who regularly handles high-profile insolvency cases, many of which have cross-border implications. The team also benefits from the contribution of its experienced senior associates, including Teresa Gutiérrez Chacón. „Eliseo Martínez is a brilliant person who knows how to find the most imaginative, often unusual solutions. Carlos López Mélida is particularly distinguished by the explanatory clarity of his doctrine. Enormous legal knowledge.

Tomás Villatoro is dynamic and decisive, with an ability to solve complex problems. „The practice of litigation and arbitration is professional and agile. Understand the needs of startups/scaleups and define practical and fast solutions, from legal solutions to specific problems to the client`s own management (e.g. flexible invoicing). „Borja Obeso is an added value to the firm`s legal practice, which sets DLA Piper apart in arbitration negotiations. A safe bet in arbitration. „They stand out for their extensive legal experience and tireless efforts. I would like to highlight Antonio Bravo and José Sánchez. Eversheds Sutherland`s litigation and intellectual property team leverages its global network of offices in 34 countries, representing leading international companies on a wide range of patent-related matters. These include patent infringement, patent licensing, unfair competition and protection of data registers, patent invalidity, registration procedures and global patent strategies. Led by arbitration specialist Kiko Carrión, intellectual property expert José Mariano Cruz and process and life sciences specialist Marta González in Madrid, the group`s client base includes Avis Budget and Johnson Controls, covering sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, retail, sports and e-commerce. The team is supported by General Counsel Inmaculada López and Elena García and Life Sciences and Intellectual Property Specialist Eduardo Buitrón.

In this area of expertise, the firm offers litigation and advisory services on patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, domain names, licenses/technology transfer, competition and protection against counterfeiting. Knowledge of this field combined with the highest technical and legal expertise and a high degree of specialization are the key to the success of the firm. This specialization provides essential resources that enable the firm to deal with complex intellectual property issues. Grau & Angulo, currently the largest IP litigation team in the country, handles many of Spain`s most groundbreaking court cases and has a reputation for being cross-border cases. „From the beginning, Teresa Gutiérrez Chacón has the professional ability to thoroughly understand complex issues and to show us the advantages and disadvantages of every possible strategy based on legal bases, both in legal proceedings and in arbitration proceedings with multiple jurisdictions. This always helps us choose the best strategy and solution for each case. Elzaburu`s powerful team remains the market leader, taking a multidisciplinary approach to securing the brand portfolios of large national and international companies, advising them on a wide range of issues. These include trademark due diligence, contentious administrative proceedings before the High Courts and the Supreme Court, domain name restoration proceedings, and actions for infringement, revocation and invalidity.

Led by Luis Baz, Head of Brand Prosecution, Antonio Castán, Head of Legal and Commercial Unit, Javier Fernández-Lasquetty, Head of Counterfeiting and Anti-Piracy, the group represents well-known names such as McDonald`s, NBA, Formula 1 and IKEA. Backed by experienced litigators Enrique Armijo Chávarri and Carlos Morán and partner María Cadarso, the team`s portfolio includes sectors such as entertainment, automotive, healthcare, and food and beverage. „I believe their in-depth knowledge and involvement in the startup sector sets them apart from other legal consulting firms in Spain. They also play a very active role in promoting the development of the deep tech ecosystem, as well as promoting and disseminating the benefits of the startup ecosystem. Leveraging the strength of its extensive global network, Clifford Chance`s experienced IP team continues to be a leader in this field, providing a comprehensive service to advise large multinational corporations on a wide range of copyright issues.