Martini Manna & Partners

Martini Manna is boutique firm known for unfair competition, commercial and advertising law. It works across cross border proceedings and arbitrations. Sectoral coverage includes entertainment, automotive, electronics, life sciences and information technology. Although exclusively based in Italy, the firm has durable networks in Europe and the United States. 

Notable practitioners: Elena Martini and Luigi Manna.  

Notable trademark practitioner: Rocco Lanzavecchia.

2026

"Simplicity, short but to the point advice, search for creative solutions, always with the client's best interest in mind."

Elena Martini

"Not only an excellent lawyer, but also a great person and perfect in handling even difficult clients. Direct communication, the opposite of arrogance."

2025

"Excellent track record in trademark litigation."

"[They] are very competent and efficient."

"They are an excellent resource and very knowledgeable."

"Short response times, clarity of presentation, ability to support and coordinate even during technically and strategically complex negotiations."

"Deeply aligned with the needs of [our] company."

"Fast response, small team, and fair pricing."

"Martini Manna is client- and service-oriented."

"Amazing team, always reliable and incredibly commercially focused."

Elena Martini

"Elena Martini showed a transparent and linear defence strategy, which represents our company philosophy and respects the relationship with the partners involved in our case, without losing the target for which she is representing us."

The practice represented Lindt & Sprüngli in multi-jurisdictional litigation against Lidl on a three-dimensional trade mark, culminating in an out-of-court dispute. EUIPO opposition was also completed for a homeware client.

The firm assisted a biotechnology firm in litigation before the Court of Milan on trade secrets and patent contentious dimensions. It also acted for welding manufacturer Castellini Officine Meccaniche, in a patent transaction.

Case highlights include advcie to DAZN in anti-piracy litigation before the Court of Milan. Separate litigation for HAY culminated in a satisfactory settlement agreement on the domestic market.