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| Bird & Bird |
| Orsingher Ortu Avvocati Associati |
| Studio Legale Mondini Rusconi |
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| DLA Piper |
| Hogan Lovells |
| R&P Legal |
| Studio Legale D’Ammassa & Associati |
| Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati |
| Studio Legale Pojaghi |
| Studio Ubertazzi |
| Trevisan & Cuonzo |
| Other Notable Firms |
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| Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners |
| NCTM |
Patent contentious
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| Bird & Bird |
| Hogan Lovells |
| Trevisan & Cuonzo |
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| Franzosi Dal Negro Setti |
| IP Law Galli |
| Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati |
| Studio Legale Sena e Tarchini |
| Studio Vanzetti e Associati |
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| DLA Piper |
| Studio Legale Floridia |
| Other Notable Firms |
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| Bardehle Pagenberg |
| BonelliErede |
| Gianni Origoni Grippo Cappelli & Partners |
| Martini Manna |
| Simmons & Simmons |
| Studio Legale SIB |
| Studio Torta |
| Tornato Prado |
Patent filing & prosecution
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| Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d’Oulx |
| Jacobacci & Partners |
| Studio Torta |
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| Barzanò & Zanardo |
| Bugnion SpA |
| Modiano & Partners |
| Società Italiana Brevetti |
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| Bianchetti Bracco Minoja |
| Botti & Ferrari |
| GLP |
| Notarbartolo & Gervasi |
| Porta Checcacci & Associati |
| Other Notable Firms |
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| Cantaluppi & Partners |
| De Simone & Partners |
| Dragotti & Associati |
| Giambrocono & C |
| Racheli |
Trade mark contentious
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| Bird & Bird |
| Hogan Lovells |
| IP Law Galli |
| Trevisan & Cuonzo |
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| Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati |
| Studio Legale Sena e Tarchini |
| Studio Legale SIB |
| Studio Vanzetti e Associati |
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| BonelliErede |
| Studio Legale Floridia |
| Tornato Prado |
| Other Notable Firms |
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| Bardehle Pagenberg |
| Barzanò & Zanardo |
| Bugnion SpA |
| DLA Piper |
| Gianni Origoni Grippo Cappelli & Partners |
| Martini Manna |
| Modiano & Partners |
| Notarbartolo & Gervasi |
| Studio Torta |
Trade mark filing & prosecution
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| Barzanò & Zanardo |
| Jacobacci & Partners |
| Società Italiana Brevetti |
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| Bugnion SpA |
| De Simone & Partners |
| Studio Torta |
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| Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d’Oulx |
| GLP |
| Modiano & Partners |
| Perani & Partners |
| Racheli |
| Other Notable Firms |
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| Bird & Bird |
| Dragotti & Associati |
| Fiammenghi-Fiammenghi |
| Giambrocono & C |
| NCTM |
| Notarbartolo & Gervasi |
| Studio Bonini |
Patent Editorial 2017
Bardehle Pagenberg
Bardehle Pagenberg is an IP specialist firm, noted for wide experience in patent litigation. Based in Milan, with additional offices in Verona and Venice, the Italian branch of the firm has handled patent infringement disputes, validity cases and appeals in Italy. Last July, the firm represented a mechanics client before the Supreme Court in a nullity patent case.
Professionals at the firm are also proficient in advising clients on antitrust law and technology transfer. Areas of industry specialisation mechanics, fashion, food and furniture. In April, Matteo Casucci, Gianluigi Antonio Muscas and Serena Tavolaro left the firm the firm to join Dentons' new IP practice in Milan. They are joined by associate Serena Spadavecchia and trainee Sara Massalongo.
Bird & Bird
The Italian IP practice of Bird & Bird is overseen by Massimiliano Mostardini and Giovanni Galimberti. Both practitioners are respected in the market for their long-standing practice in IP law at a national and international level. In patent litigation, peers say Bird & Bird are "well-prepared and tough". IP experts at the firm are equipped with contentious and non-contentious skills and additional knowledge in commercial law, licensing, due diligence and R&D agreements.
European and Italian patent attorneys at the firm frequently collaborate with litigation specialists in representing international leaders in pharmaceuticals, food and beverages before the national courts. Bird & Bird is also equipped to advise clients on IP-related R&D matters, patent know-how and licensing. This year, Bird & Bird won Managing IP's Italy Contentious Firm of the Year award.
BonelliErede
BonelliErede is recognised in this edition of IP Stars for patent contentious services. Tommaso Faelli and Giovanni Guglielmetti are key contacts at the firm, known in the market for proficiency in cross-border and multidisciplinary IP litigation. Over the past year, the firm has represented national and international clients from industries including chemicals, biotech, pharmaceutical, fashion and luxury. Professionals at the firm offer expert services in patent disputes, licensing and contractual work. The IP team is noted for experience in patent infringement and invalidity cases.
Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d’Oulx
Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d'Oulx is an IP specialist firm of patent and trade mark attorneys, based in Turin. Since its establishment in 1992, the firm has gained a reputation in Italy for expert services in international patent drafting, filing and prosecution with an emphasis on the European, US, Chinese and Japanese markets.
Practitioners at the firm possess specialist knowledge in mechanics, electronics and biotechnology as well as competence in patent protection and representing clients before the EPO. Luciano Bosotti is cited by peers as a name to remember at the firm for his proficiency in patent prosecution and litigation support. This year, Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d'Oulx is the winner of Managing IP's Italy Prosecution award.
DLA Piper
The Italian IP and technology practice of DLA Piper is led by Roberto Valenti and Gualtiero Dragotti. Last April, Marina Rubini joined the life science department as of counsel. Over the past couple of years, the firm has seen growth in the IP and technology area with the hire of media and IT lawyer Saverio Cavalcanti along with trainees Sofia Barabino and Laura Borelli.
Peers recommend the firm for expertise in patent dispute resolution, preliminary injunction proceedings and multi-jurisdictional patent litigation, as well as unfair competition. The firm is particularly experienced in advising companies with respect to patent infringement and validity proceedings. Professionals at DLA Piper are well-versed in several aspects of Italian and European patent law. The firm's client list reflects expertise in a wide range of industries which includes apparel, pharmaceuticals, energy, food and beverages.
Franzosi Dal Negro Setti
Peers recognise Franzosi Dal Negro Setti for leading advice in IP litigation and life sciences, with an emphasis on patent contentious work. Competitors say that the firm, founded in 1963, has built an outstanding reputation in the patent field.
Founding partner Mario Franzosi is mentioned for his contribution to Italian academia through numerous IP publications. Franzosi's expertise in IP litigation covers several industries and jurisdictions in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
GLP
GLP is an IP boutique providing a range of services in the patent field. The firm is noted in Italy for competence in non-contentious activities such as drafting and prosecution. The firm specialises in patent protection, portfolio management and representing clients before the EPO, WIPO and other offices.
In Italy, the firm has offices in Milan, Perugia and Udine in addition to locations in San Marino and Zurich. Professionals at GLP also have language abilities in German, French, Spanish and Chinese. One client describes GLP as "great to work with", citing Davide Luigi Petraz, Daniele Giovanni Petraz and Stefano Ligi as leading practitioners at the firm, ensuring "high quality of work and detail". "GLP is a very efficient and professional provider of services in the IP field. They are very close to your business and understand our needs. In recent years, they have grown as an international network in many countries where we have business. They maintain a very light organisation and their service is very fast,"one client says.
Hogan Lovells
Luigi Mansani leads the Italian IP team of Hogan Lovells with support from fellow partner Giovanni Ghirardi. Both practitioners are mentioned by peers for outstanding knowledge in patent litigation. The IP team focuses on national and international matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
The firm is well-versed in matters related to IP portfolio management, infringement proceedings and patent disputes. It represents global leaders in life sciences and chemicals. In one instance, Hogan Lovells used its international knowledge base to advise a leading biopharmaceutical company in a case regarding the validity of an Italian supplementary protection certificate for a prescription medication patent.
Jacobacci & Partners
Jacobacci & Partners is a top-tier firm in patent prosecution, known as a market leader for services in IP portfolio management, filing, oppositions and oral EPO proceedings. In contentious matters, several professionals at the firm provide technical expertise in cooperation with litigation experts. The firm works closely with its litigation partner, Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati. There are over 50 professionals working at the firm, equipped with expertise across industries including electronic, security, automotive and household goods. Italian and European patent attorney Paolo Ernesto Crippa is head of the firm's patent business unit.
The firm is described by one peer as "very thorough in approach" while another describes the IP team as "very professional and prepared". Italian and European patent attorney Nadia Gualeni is said to be "available, professional and nice to deal with" while Gianluca Pulieri and Paolo Ernesto Crippa show depth of experience in their patent work. Discussing the firm's services in patent prosecution, one client says: "I am absolutely positive that Jacobacci & Partners has the most professional Italian IP team. Edgardo Deambrogi is professional and a genius in solving apparently compromised cases. We have extreme confidence in assigning Davide Rondano any new cases and Paolo Rambelli is greatly experienced. We have a number of different firms we rely on, but in our view Jacobacci & Partners has the best ratio of grants to applications."
Martini Manna
Founded in 2011, Martini Manna has made an impression on the Italian IP market with its services in IP and IT law. Lead partners Elena Martini and Luigi Manna developed a wealth of expertise while working in IP departments of international and Italian law firms. One peer describes the firm as a "rising star". Lawyers at the firm are experienced in managing patent disputes and infringement cases. The firm is also able to represent clients before the Italian courts as well as conducting preliminary search and injunction proceedings before regional courts.
Modiano & Partners
IP specialist firm Modiano & Partners appears in tier 2 of the patent prosecution rankings. Patent attorneys at the firm are described as "excellent patent agents", grabbing the attention of market peers for services in patent prosecution. In addition to offices in Germany and Switzerland, the firm's Italian office is based in Milan.
Racheli
Based in Milan, Racheli focuses on non-contentious IP work. As an IP boutique, the firm offers a range of services to domestic and international clients with additional capabilities in commercial law and due diligence. Strengths at the firm include brand management, prosecution services and advising clients with regards to global IP strategies.
The firm is particularly skilled at advising companies in the automotive, chemical, electronics and mechanical industries, representing them also in oppositions and appeals. For contentious work, Racheli works in close cooperation with BMLEX Bacchini Mazzitelli Associated Law Firm, which provides legal assistance from the same location.
Simmons & Simmons
Simmons & Simmons has an IP team working in Milan, comprising the talents of IP partner Laura Orlando, managing associate Pietro Pouché and associate Martina Maffei. The team is supported by corporate lawyers, who assist in transactional and commercial matters.
Laura Orlando is described as "smart and efficient" in patent litigation. She is a leading figure within the firm's Italian life sciences group and dispute resolution team, known for her knowledge of patent regulations. Pietro Pouché is noted for both contentious and non-contentious experience across all fields of IP including unfair competition, patents and know-how. Professionals at the firm are experienced in advising on patent strategy, SPC validity, Italian and international regulatory issues, with an emphasis on the life sciences and TMT sectors.
Società Italiana Brevetti
European patent attorney and partner Elisabetta Papa leads the IP team at Società Italiana Brevetti (SIB), a full-service IP firm with offices in Florence, Milan, Rome and Verona. The firm appears in the patent prosecution tables of this year's edition of IP Stars.
Clients of SIB benefit from services in patent oppositions and appeals, litigation support, invalidity opinions and infringement actions. SIB is also proficient in analysing extensive patent portfolios and conducting strategic FTO searches for clients in the pharmaceutical and biomedical sectors.
Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati
Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati is the litigation partner of Jacobacci & Partners. The firm is known for leading services in Italian and international IP litigation and strategy counselling. All-round IP expert Fabrizio Jacobacci and Emanuela Truffo give "excellent service and solid, practical legal advice". The firm is recognised for "responsiveness and industry knowledge".
Practitioners at the firm are experienced in handling matters related to patent infringement, pre-litigation and litigation. The firm is equipped to handle related contractual and regulatory issues as well as unfair competition and antitrust matters. In patent litigation, the firm provides "excellent service with precise and qualified legal support meeting clients' needs". One client says that Fabrizio Jacobacci, Barbara La Tella and Benedetta Lucchetti demonstrate "a deep knowledge of the issues related to the pharmaceutical field". The client adds: "The team is always ready to provide the required legal support."
Studio Legale SIB
Studio Legale SIB is the litigation sister of Società Italiana Brevetti, providing advice in unfair competition, anti-counterfeiting and support in all contentious matters related to IP agreements. The firm is particularly experienced in representing pharmaceutical companies in infringement and nullity proceedings before Italian courts.
Founder and managing partner Pier Luigi Roncaglia and Francesco Rossi are mentioned as key practitioners at the firm for IP litigation. The firm is experienced in representing clients across several industries including construction, IT and manufacturing.
Studio Torta
Studio Torta is known for providing non-contentious work in Italy. With several locations in Italy and an office based in Turin, the firm is highly accessible to clients seeking to file Italian and European patent applications. The IP team is driven by contributions from partners, of counsel, associates and over 100 support staff.
In patent filing and prosecution, Studio Torta attracts clients with "highly professional personnel with various technological skills" and has "very good customer relationships and broad knowledge of IP law in a wide range of countries". Clients say: "Mirko Bergadano has a good mix of legal and technical expertise; Simone Bongiovanni has a good experience in EPO opposition and appeal practice and Lorenzo Sordini is one of the youngest practitioners with impressive maturity."
The firm is strengthened by "broad and proven experience in the technology sector" and a "wide network of foreign correspondents". Speaking of the firm's services in patent drafting, prosecution and oppositions, one client says: "The work Studio Torta does is excellent. Luigi Franzolin, Mauro Eccetto and Elena Cerbaro all provided excellent, timely, reasonably priced and practical legal work for our clients. Studio Torta is the best European patent counsel we have ever worked with in 25 years." Discussing EPO filing and prosecution services at the firm, one client says: "I have worked with Studio Torta for almost eight years. The European patent attorneys at Studio Torta have provided my clients with great counselling and service. They are responsive, professional and provide the highest quality of advice."
In patent drafting, prosecution and oppositions, one client says: "Studio Torta has created a very effective and efficient team for the management of our IP portfolios." Simone Bongiovanni, Francesca Boggio and Orazio Fiume are praised for "high professionality and ability to support to the needs of a big, industrial group". One client says: "The firm's IP team has an extremely high level of competence, and works efficiently and effectively. This makes them a pleasure to work with and good business partners." Patent attorney Fabio D'Angelo is described as a "brilliant attorney, extremely competent, efficient," says one client. "He works effectively in his work and he is easy to communicate with," the client adds.
Michele Di Sciuva and Lorenzo Nannucci are cited for strength in patent prosecution and described as "excellent and highly competent attorneys". "Their efficiency and effectiveness makes them a pleasure to work with," says one client. "In addition to the high quality of the attorney work products and the high level of competence, they are also efficient and effective which makes them good business partners," the client adds. "Moreover, Studio Torta is organised to ensure the professional growth of the more junior members of the firm, who are coached by senior partners. This ensures long-term continuity of the high standards that they have achieved."
Tornato Prado
Professionals at Tornato Prado are broadly experienced in handling patent infringement matters and patent disputes of all variations, with particularly strong knowledge in chemical patents. Alberto Tornato is cited for his skills in IP litigation. He is supported by a team of litigation experts, described by peers as "aggressive competitors in court". Patent contentious work is named as a key area of specialisation at the firm. The IP team is strengthened by legal and technical expertise in a range of subjects, in addition to linguistic skills in English, French, German and Italian.
Trevisan & Cuonzo
Trevisan & Cuonzo is perceived as a leader in dealing with patent disputes, cited for strengths in representing clients before all Italian and European courts, as well as outside the court, in patent arbitration and negotiation. The firm is particularly noted for work in the life science sector.
The firm is described by one peer as "one of the best to come out of Italy". Gabriel Cuonzo is recognised in the market for his experience in patent litigation. Professionals at the firm support clients in IP protection and enforcement, equipped with extensive experience in mechanical, electronic, pharmaceutical and biotechnology patents. Gabriel Cuonzo and Luca Trevisan are cited as leaders in IP litigation.
Trade Mark & Copyright Editorial 2017
Bardehle Pagenberg
The Italian offices of Bardehle Pagenberg are in Milan, Venice and Verona. The firm is noted for advising clients in contentious trade mark issues as well as matters related to design rights before regional courts, the Supreme Court and EUIPO. "We consistently receive excellent service related to our IP cases. Professionals are extremely knowledgeable and have excellent communication," one client says. In trade mark litigation, Bardehle Pagenberg is "efficient, accurate and proactive" says another. In April, partner Giovanni Casucci left the firm to join Dentons' new IP and technology practice in Milan. He was followed by Matteo Casucci, Gianluigi Muscas, Serena Tavolaro, associate Serena Spadavecchia and trainee Sara Massalongo.
Bird & Bird
There are more than 35 IP practitioners working at Bird & Bird in Italy, including technical industry experts, commercial law specialists and European and Italian trade mark attorneys. Bird & Bird is this year's winner of Managing IP's Italy Contentious award. In trade mark law, peers recognise the firm for pan-European trade mark litigation and unfair competition disputes and note its growing reputation in copyright matters related to new technologies. Bird & Bird also advise clients on issues relating to geographical indications, trade mark registration, enforcement and protection.
EU and Italian trade mark attorney Alessandro Sciarra is described as "very thorough and proactive. One client highlights IP associate Edoardo Bàrbera as "one of the best junior IP litigators in the country". Last year, co-head of the IP department and founder of Bird & Bird's Italian office Massimiliano Mostardini was promoted to chairman at an international level. IP/IT specialist Roberto Camilli, who was senior European counsel, was promoted to partner.
BonelliErede
Peers describe BonelliErede as a firm “on the rise”. Led by Giovanni Guglielmetti and Tommaso Faelli, the IP team advises clients on trade mark infringement disputes, protection and licensing in sectors such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, automotive and consumer goods. The industry expertise and IP experience of the team is complemented by know-how in general law and copyrights. Guglielmetti is mentioned as a key contact at the firm for trade mark litigation. He is also a well-respected IP lecturer at University of Milano-Bicocca’s School of Law.
Bugnion SpA
Bugnion SpA is ranked in tier 2 of the trade mark prosecution rankings. The firm is recognised for services in trade mark filing and prosecution with particular proficiency in oppositions. It has offices in Milan, Bologna, Florence and Verona. Donatella Prandin and Simone Verducci-Galletti are key contacts. They are trade mark attorneys with expertise in copyright, IP enforcement, opinions and trade mark searches.
Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d’Oulx
Buzzi Notaro & Antonielli d'Oulx is Managing IP's winner of the Italian Prosecution Award this year. After over 25 years in the Italian market, the firm has been one of the go-to practices for trade mark prosecution. Peers are impressed by the firm's constant activity in trade mark filing and oppositions. While the firm is mainly recognised for non-contentious services, clients also benefit from advice related to trade mark protection and enforcement. Livia Pasqualigo is mentioned as a key practitioner for trade mark law and prosecution.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper is well-regarded for its IP contentious work in Italy with a growing emphasis on trade mark contentious and copyright work. Gualtiero Dragotti and Roberto Valenti lead the IP practice at the firm's Italian office, which peers describe as "well-performing". Areas of expertise include fashion, technology, publishing and food and beverages.
In response to increasing demand, the firm opened a filing and prosecution practice to offer clients trade mark and design filing. European and Italian trade mark attorney Annamaria Algieri joined the firm last year to lead its prosecution practice.
GLP
Davide Luigi Petraz and Daniele Giovanni Petraz are co-partners at GLP, an IP boutique based in Milan. The firm is growing in reputation and peers commend its trade mark drafting and prosecution work. Specialist areas include mechanics, electronics, medical devices, chemistry, software and telecoms. One client describes professionals at the firm as "responsive and polite". Danielle Giovanni Petraz is described as an "entrepreneurial problem-solver". In trade mark prosecution, practitioners at GLP are said to be "great to work with and very courteous".
Hogan Lovells
The Italian IP team at Hogan Lovells is headed by Luigi Mansani with support from fellow partner Giovanni Ghirardi and a team of professionals dedicated to IP issues. The firm also handles pan-jurisdictional trade mark disputes and enforcement. In general IP litigation and more so in trade mark contentious work, Giovanni Ghirardi is said to be "in a class by himself".
Martini Manna
Led by Luigi Manna and Elena Martini, Martini Manna is an IP boutique with offices in Milan, Brescia and Vicenza. Before forming the firm in 2011, both lead partners gained experience working in well-known Italian IP boutiques. Both Manna and Martini regularly contribute to national publications, submitting articles on IP and IT law. Work handled includes trade mark and copyright cases and unfair competition; one client particularly commends Martini for trade mark litigation.
Modiano & Partners
Gabriella D Modiano is partner and a key contact at Modiano & Partners. The firm is highlighted for both trade mark prosecution and contentious work, having both lawyers and trade mark attorneys. Practitioners offer services including licensing, litigation and advice on unfair competition from offices in Milan, Munich and Lugano.
NCTM
Equity partners Lorenzo Attolico and Paolo Lazzarino oversee the IP department at NCTM. The law firm has offices in Milan and Rome with additional offices in London, Brussels and Shanghai. It has an emphasis on copyright and trade mark law and is known for work in the fashion, TMT and entertainment industries. "I like their professionalism and availability," says one client. Another client says: "We always ask for advice on all IP matters. We use this firm because Lorenzo Attolico works for them. We have a very good relationship with him and we have always been working with him. He is reliable and knows all IP matters perfectly."
Racheli
Since its foundation in 1925, Racheli has developed a reputation in the Italian market for trade mark oppositions and consulting. The firm offers contentious services through its alliance with BMLEX Bacchini, Mazzitelli Associated Law Firm, based in Milan. Michel Jolicoeur is of-counsel at the firm and handles trade mark, copyright and design work, representing clients in oppositions, appeals and invalidity proceedings. One peer describes practitioners at the firm as "hard-working" and worthy of recognition for the quality of their work.
Società Italiana Brevetti
Società Italiana Brevetti (SIB) provides non-contentious services. A trade mark prosecution and infringement client says that SIB offers "top class IP services in all fields and is strong in support and advice". One client describes Pier Luigi Roncaglia and Francesco Rossi as "very cost effective, knowledgeable and successful" and goes on to say: "They added value with a lot of expertise. They are efficient and they have problem-solving attitudes."
Studio Bonini
Francesco Bonini is vice president of Studio Bonini, an IP firm based in Vicenza, in the north of Italy. Bonini is an EU trade mark and design attorney with experience in IP prosecution and non-contentious proceedings. The firm is well connected with domestic clients, particularly in the north of Italy, which is traditionally known as an industrial region, and cooperates with foreign associates to support local clients expanding overseas.
Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati
Studio Legale Jacobacci & Associati is the litigation sister of Jacobacci and Partners, a leader in IP prosecution. Together, they provide the full scope of IP services in Italy. The head office is in Turin and the other offices are in Milan, Rome and a satellite office in Brescia. One peer describes Jacobacci & Associati as "one of the best" and performing at a "top level". In IP general litigation, one client says: "The professionals are prepared. Their services are always detailed and delivered on time. Their expertise in the Italian IP field is satisfactory." The client also highlights Fabrizio Jacobacci and Barbara La Tella as "skilled professionals". "There is a good relationship between costs paid versus the service obtained." Massimo Sterpi is a key partner assisting clients in copyright and art law, along with Angela Tasillo who is recognised as an emerging talent in copyright litigation and transactional IP matters.
Studio Legale SIB
Studio Legale SIB enjoys success in both trade mark litigation and prosecution. The firm is recognised as one of the biggest in Italy with a long-established reputation in IP. One peer refers to the firm as an "automatic choice" for cooperation in trade mark litigation. In handling trade mark infringement matters, one client credits the firm being "easy to work with" and producing "good results". Clients also appreciate the firm for "reasonable fees". In trade mark litigation, another client describes the firm as "first rate". "We know we are always in safe hands. Carloalberto Giovanetti, Gabriele Lazzaretti and Stefano Andres cover most matters for us. They provide unsurpassed IP advice on Italy. We have been using SIB for more than a decade. They have never lost a case for us and continue to provide exemplary service." In trade mark enforcement, professionals at SIB are said to be "responsive, helpful and professional". Carloalberto Giovannetti is described as an "excellent negotiator who produces favourable outcomes", "very professional" and a "solid partner".
Studio Torta
Studio Torta is most recognised for its prosecution work, and for trade mark searches and portfolio management, as well as enforcement. Fashion, food, beverages and consumer goods are some of the sectors where it has significant clients. One client says: "The work Studio Torta does is excellent. We selected Studio Torta for its organisation, professionalism and reliability. We particularly like the fact that they have a team dedicated to following our IP matters."
Tornato Prado
Tornato Prado is a firm noted for IP contentious work. Alberto Tornato is commended for his knowledge in IP litigation. One client calls him "one of the best Italian attorneys in the IP field". His IP contentious practice is driven forward by a "very good command of foreign languages, including German". Over the past year, the firm has been engaged in trade mark infringement cases and oppositions for clients in the automotive, food and wholesale industries. One client describes practitioners at the firm as "very good IP specialists, particularly skilled in the pharmaceutical field". EU trade mark and design attorney Roberta Comola is described as a "highly skilled and accurate lawyer".
Trevisan & Cuonzo
Luca Trevisan and Julia Holden are senior partners at Trevisan & Cuonzo, working with a team of trade mark attorneys, legal and industry specialists to deliver top-tier services in trade mark litigation, including cross-border work. Practitioners at Trevisan & Cuonzo are experienced in acting in oppositions before the EUIPO and the Italian trade mark office, and also advise on design infringement, unfair competition and trade mark strategy. Gabriel Cuonzo and Vittorio Cerulli Irelli are key names for work in copyright and designs.