France

Firm overview

Today, one of the most important resources of an entity is its ability to develop and successfully make use of innovative ideas. That said, it is no less important to be able to identify and remove monopoly rights that are unjustified, which constitute an obstacle to economic development and growth.

Jacobacci Avocats assists its clients to protect these assets, providing specialized legal assistance in its core areas of industrial and intellectual property, media and entertainment, information technology e regulatory, data protection and privacy.

The core characteristics of the practice include a client-centered approach and a pro-rights holders’ approach, utilizing experience acquired in Franceand abroad through a strong international practice, attention and efficiency, technological innovation and a detailed focus, on-going professional development and exploration of new frontiers in law and business.

Firm overview

TMark Conseils specializes in European and French intellectual property law and is a member of the French National Association of IP Attorneys (CNCPI). The firm was founded in 1993 on the shared belief in focusing on meeting the client’s special needs and expectations. Today, Tmark Conseils team of 25 members of staff and 5 partners are all committed to delivering first-class services that are tailored to each client’s particular requirements, budgets and timelines regardless of whether the client is a large multinational company a medium size operator, a start-up or an individual business person.

Areas of Expertise

• IP strategy definition and development
• Filing and prosecution of trade mark, design, domain names applications, renewals
• Trademark oppositions before INPI, EUIPO (and internationally), UDRP proceedings
• Drafting and negotiating IP agreements (assignment, license, coexistence…)
• Enforcement and protection of IP rights
• IP Cross boarder litigations
• Brand protection (Customs watch and judicial proceedings) 
• Audit, due diligence and assessment of portfolios of all types of IP rights.

International IP Networks and Experience
Tmark Conseils works both in France, before EUIPO and internationally. Tmark Conseils closely collaborates with a worldwide network of IP firms chosen because of their high level of expertise, responsiveness, cost efficiency services and involvement. Tmark Conseils is very active in cross boarder IP litigations.

Guidance, Support and Clearance
Tmark Conseils staff accompanies their clients in order to fully protect their IP rights at the national, European and international levels.

Tmark Conseils identifies and defines all available and appropriate strategies and solutions while being mindful of the client’s special interests and advises on protective measures and actions available both nationally at the European level and worldwide tailored to meet the technical, commercial and financial aspects and issues at hand.

The firm’s specific knowledge of procedural and administrative aspects of all IP-related matters in particular at the EUIPO level allows Tmark Conseils’s team of experts to deliver high-end support both in securing, maintaining and exploiting the client’s rights and setting up defensive arguments.

Network Memberships: INTA, ECTA, APRAM, CEIPI

Firm overview

The Simmons & Simmons international IP team offers the specialist expertise of a boutique IP practice complemented by the full service offering of a major international firm. We are well known in the market for our high-calibre clients and involvement in many of the leading IP cases and transactions, both in the UK and internationally.

Our IP practice, comprising litigation, prosecution and transactional expertise, for both brands/trade mark and patents matters, is one of the only international firms that provide the full suite of IP services from one trusted source – a significant differentiator in the legal market.

We boast an extremely deep and strong bench. Consisting of over 100 fee earners internationally, our IP team has a presence across EMEA (in Belgium, China, Dubai, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, The Netherlands), the UK and Asia.

Known for our expertise in the life sciences, fintech and technology sectors, we leverage our in-depth industry knowledge developed over our 120+ year history to provide the best advice to the most sophisticated clients. The majority of our patent litigators, attorneys and transactional IP lawyers have technical backgrounds, including advanced degrees and scientific research experience, giving our clients the advantage of market leading legal advisors who also understand their complex and cutting-edge inventions.

Firm overview

Founded in 2004, Dreyfus is now recognized both in France and internationally as one of the few firms specializing in intellectual property, digital, and IT law. Its areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, industrial property law, copyright, IT and domain name law, contract law, and Web 3.0. Dreyfus also has extensive experience across a wide range of industries, from aerospace and fashion to chemicals and the food sector. It provides expert legal guidance and support grounded in deep, sector-specific knowledge.

Dreyfus is committed to giving back to the community through pro bono work, offering legal services to those who would otherwise not have access to them. It also prioritizes sustainability and environmental responsibility, striving to implement eco-friendly practices in its daily operations and encouraging clients to do the same.

It firmly believes that diversity is a key driver of success. Its team is composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and professional experiences, enabling the firm to bring a broad range of perspectives and problem-solving approaches to its clients. Its core values, which include excellence and precision, responsiveness, innovation, and ethical integrity, are central to all activities and are reflected in the many international distinctions and recognitions received.

Ultimately, Dreyfus works hand in hand with a trusted network of over 500 international law firms to ensure that clients receive the highest quality legal service, wherever they operate in the world.