Franck Soutoul is a widely recognised intellectual property practitioner with more than 25 years of experience advising clients on trademarks, designs and domain names. Since the beginning of his career in 1987, he has developed a strong international practice, advising clients across Europe, Africa and other jurisdictions worldwide.
In addition to his extensive experience in trademark and design protection, Soutoul has also worked on patent-related matters, collaborating closely with engineers and technical specialists to develop a comprehensive understanding of the contractual and legal aspects of innovation protection.
He is particularly recognised for his expertise in trademark clearance and availability search strategies, as well as the management of international intellectual property portfolios. He advises businesses of all sizes on bespoke intellectual property strategies, providing pragmatic and commercially focused solutions tailored to their needs.
As founder of INLEX MONACO and a key figure within the wider INLEX network, Soutoul has helped establish a practice recognised for delivering comprehensive, practical and business-oriented intellectual property services across multiple jurisdictions and industry sectors.
