Firms To Watch: Intellectual property: Trade marks and designs

BG2V bolstered its practice with the arrival of Marie Georges-Picot in November 2023, who has core expertise in this area. She jointly heads the team with Xavier Carbasse.
At IP boutique Blanche Avocats, Louis Jestaz, Sarah Madi and Florent Mattern are the key names.
The trademarks team at Dechert LLP handles trademark, industrial design, and unfair competition law. Olivia Bernardeau-Paupe leads the practice and also provides support with the IP aspects of M&A.
Leveraging a wealth of experience at international and major French law firms, Claire Poirson leads the trademark team at FIRSH. The team services an impressive roster of clients which includes car manufacturers and fashion brands and handles disputes and non-contentious work respectively.

Intellectual property: Trade marks and designs in France

ADVANT Altana

ADVANT Altana sustains its strong footing in the industry which is evident in the firm’s ability to handle litigation both internationally and domestically in all major intellectual property courts including WIPO, EUIPO and French Courts. The team handles the day-to-day management of trademarks and designs but is also particularly skilled in infringement, cancellation, and invalidity proceedings. The practice is led by Pierre Lubet , Laura Morelli and Jean-Guy de Ruffray. Camille Raclet is also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Pierre Lubet; Laura Morelli; Jean-Guy de Ruffray


Other key lawyers:

Camile Raclet


Testimonials

‘Jean-Guy de Ruffray is responsive, pragmatic and has great sector understanding.’

‘A very proactive team that is capable of working on complex and sophisticated subjects.’

‘Pierre Lubet: very experienced trademark veteran.’

‘Jean-Guy de Ruffray: experienced, great all-round knowledge.’

‘Laura Morelli: high profile in her sector.’

‘The team works together excellently. They react promptly and come always up with good solutions and advice.’

‘Very smart and personable, well received by the clients and always have good and quick solutions. It goes without saying that they are legally brilliant.’

Key clients

ALMAS


MOULIN ROUGE


DUCATI


LTPMB


IPSEN PHARMA


ANETT


NIO


ALDI


LAGARDERE


MARQUES


BOUYGUES


LOTUM GMBH


AK RETAIL HOLDING


Work highlights


  • AdvisingALMAS Caviar House & Prunier on its entire IP strategy and defense of IP rights in multiple jurisdictions, including in several litigations and pre-litigations.
  • Advising MOULIN ROUGE on any IP and IT aspects of its activities in France and worldwide.
  • Advising on IP issues faced by DUCATI, especially concerning the protection of trademarks and domain names including fighting against third parties using DUCATI trademarks and domain names.

Armengaud Guerlain

The team at boutique firm Armengaud Guerlain remains at the forefront in this area, advising an array of big-ticket clients across various industries, with clients including multinational clothing , blue-chip consumer electronics, and motion picture companies. Its work in this area spans litigation in French and European courts, trademark and design infringement actions, as well as due diligence and licensing matters. The firm is led by Stéphane Guerlain, who advises on the full gamut of trade marks, designs, copyright, patents and unfair competition, and Catherine Mateu, who assists with cross-border litigation and contracts in English, Spanish and French.

Practice head(s):

Stéphane Guerlain; Catherine Mateu


Key clients

STUDYRAMA


L’OCCITANE


BOUYGUES


BRF


Shanghai panati wine


Birkenstock


VIRGINIE TAITTINGER


IKEA


AMORIM


TELECOM ITALIA


VASA


Warner Bros


Work highlights


  • Acting for a leading Chinese wine importer in a trademark cancellation action.
  • Representing AMORIM in appeal filed by direct competito rDIAM Bouchage against opposition decision that had dismissed DIAM’sclaims, regarding the registration as a trademark of an in “A” in a design.

Baker McKenzie

The team at Baker McKenzie is a first port of call for global clients active in sectors including luxury goods, high street fashion, technology and software, pharmaceuticals and tyre manufacturing. The team regularly advises on pre-contentious matters including mediation and negotiations as well as handling a steady pipeline of litigation before European and French courts, enforcement, depositions, anti-counterfeiting measures and cancellation matters. The team is led by Nathalie Marchand, who  is a key name for IP litigation. Pauline Celeyron was promoted to the partnership in 2024.

Practice head(s):

Nathalie Marchand


Other key lawyers:

Pauline Celeryon


Work highlights


  • Assisting several houses of the wine and spirits division of LVMH with the global trademark and design portfolios of Société Jas Hennessy & Co and also advising on pre-contentious, enforcement and litigation matters.
  • Assisting Lancaster in the management of its global trademark portfolio and in the definition of its strategy to protect and defend its IP rights including the launching and handling of opposition proceedings and of pre-contentious matters, enforcement and litigation, the negotiation and drafting of IP related agreements as well as custom enforcement and anti-counterfeiting matters at global scale
  • Represented Essity in a trademark and copyright infringement dispute before the Paris Court of First Instance.

Bird & Bird

Bird & Bird is widely respected for its strength in advising on high-profile international and European trademarks and designs matters. The team is regularly sought out by manufacturers and technology companies across a variety of industries including retail, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and electronics for comprehensive trademark and design advice. Anne-Charlotte Le Bihan, who is noted for her expertise in pan-European litigation, and Géraldine Arbant , who has a wealth of experience advising on strategic IP management, are the practice heads. Edouard Treppoz is also noted.

Practice head(s):

Anne-Charlotte Le Bihan; Geraldine Arbant


Other key lawyers:

Edourd Troppez; Estelle Henry Mayer; Agathe Steinmetz; Lola Barberon


Testimonials

‘Estelle Henry Mayer: inventive in her service/billing approach.’

‘Agathe Steinmetz: competent and relevant.’

Key clients

Piasten


Crossfit


Fédération de l’Industrie Horlogère Suisse (FHS)


Philip Morris International


VF Corporation


Triumph International


Crouzet


Consorzio Di Tutela Della Denominazione Di Origine


Controllata Prosecco


WAVESTONE


Work highlights


  • Assisting Triumph International in building an opposition case based Michael Jackson’s well-known overseas rights, against a French litigious filing before the French IP Office.
  • Advising Philip Morris International on IP portfolio management.
  • Representing Piasten in a trademark litigation opposite Mars, Inc.

De Gaulle Fleurance & Associés

The team at De Gaulle Fleurance & Associés retains its strong position in the market advising an impressive variety of clients, including high street fashion brands, sports federations, technology conglomerates and film companies. The practice regularly undertakes litigation, licensing, registration and IP portfolio management but also has expertise in criminal copyright and competition issues relating to the trademark and design space. Louis de Gaulle and Georgie Courtois have extensive experience representing clients at court level. Julien Horn focuses on technology-related IP and Francine Le Péchon-Joubert has expertise in contractual matters. Serge Lederman is also noted for his skill in litigation.

Practice head(s):

Louis de Gaulle; Georgie Courtois; Julien Horn; Francine Le Péchon-Joubert; Serge Lederman


Other key lawyers:

Charlotte Hebert-Salomon; Adeline Plankaert


Testimonials

‘The team has diversity of thought and is able to handle any problem.’

‘Serge Lederman and Adeline Plankaert are excellent and make a good team. They have industry knowledge as well as creative ideas for solving client problems.’

‘Charlotte Hebert-Salomon is a star – a creative thinker and great business partner’

Key clients

Bahlsen


Brandfield


Cannabidial


Careventures Fund li Gp


Château de Versailles


Colgate Palmolive


DreamWorks Animation


Echosens


Energy Observer Developments


Entain


Epic Games


Fédération Française de Tennis


Filorga


Fresenius


Glassgen


Haribo


HOPSCOTCH


Icade


Ile-de-France Mobilités


INTERIOR’S


Interop’ Santé


LISSAC ENSEIGNE


MANGO


Monte Carlo Société des Bains de Mer


National Football League


NBC UNIVERSAL


Opéra de Paris


Optic 2000


Palais des Thés


PHYTOCANN


Pierre Fabre


Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmétiques


Pure Laboratories


RH US, LLC.


Rival Boxing


Showroomprivé.com


Sire Spirits


Skechers


Soregies


The Fragrance Designers


Twinings


Universal Pictures Video


Warner Bros


Work highlights


DLA Piper

The team at DLA Piper 'distinguishes itself by its high level of technicality and pugnacious nature in contentious matters' and the group is adept at handling disputes involving parallel proceedings in other countries. Practice head Frank Valentin has a strong focus on IP litigation for clients in the TMT and health sectors. Cédric Meiller stands out for his 'inventiveness and analysis' and Floriane Chartier-Chanot provides additional support in litigation and transactional matters.

Practice head(s):

Frank Valentin


Other key lawyers:

Cedric Meiller; Floriane Chartier-Chanot


Testimonials

‘Frank Valentin is constantly pugnacious and inventive concerning client services which  he handles with panache.’

‘Cedric Meiller is noted for his refined inventiveness and analysis.’

‘The team at DLA Piper distinguishes itself by its high level of technicality and pugnacious nature in contentious matters. The team has a much more balanced capacity compared to other law firms when dealing with strategic cases with a strong wingspan with regards to trademarks and patents.’

 

Key clients

LABORATOIRES VIVACY


FEAR OF GOD


BROOKS SPORTS


MICROSOFT CORP.


CORAVIN, INC.


Work highlights


Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.

The team at Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. is a powerhouse in the trademarks and design space, with the group routinely involved in precedent-setting cases both in the French Supreme Court and the EUIPO. Although the team has a strong focus on IP litigation, it is also well-equipped to handle any M&A-related work in this space and is also active in trademark filing, prosecution and portfolio management. Raphaëlle Dequiré-PortierEmmanuel Larere and Jean-Hyacinthe de Mitry are the highly respected practice heads.

Practice head(s):

Raphaëlle Dequiré-Portier; Emmanuel Larere; Jean-Hyacinthe de Mitry;


Other key lawyers:

Elise Marie


Testimonials

‘Jean-Hyacinthe de Mitry: one of the most impressive lawyers I have ever worked with. A strategically brilliant thinker, precise in his arguments, quick and uncomplicated in his cooperation, but above all a great speaker in court.’

‘They are people you like to work with, because they are smart in the implementation of legal solutions and maintain a very pleasant cooperation at eye level with the client.’

Key clients

Adidas


Figaret


Gallup


Heineken


Icicle


Louis Vuitton


Tiffany


Work highlights


  • Assisted Gallup International Association (GIA), in the French law matters of a worldwide dispute against the US polling company Gallup regarding the validity and use of the trademark “Gallup” in more than 20 countries in Europe and Asia.

Gowling WLG

The team at Gowling WLG is a popular choice to handle simultaneous litigation, pre-litigation mediation, as well as depositions and oppositions at a US, EU and French level. Litigator Céline Bey combines her trademarks and design practice with advice on privacy, marketing, advertising and unfair competition law. The practice was bolstered by the addition of Marianne Schaffner in May 2024 from Reed Smith; she leverages her knowledge of both the US and EU litigation systems to act for clients in sectors including electronics, telecoms pharmaceutical, chemistry and consumer products. Alexis Augustin provides additional support.

Practice head(s):

Céline Bey; Marianne Schaffner


Other key lawyers:

Alexis Augustin


Testimonials

‘Always available and very good advice .’

‘Fabulous team – love Céline Bey – what a quality – she really understands what clients care about without any arrogance.’

‘The practice is extremely efficient and always offers highly practical solutions to legal problems. They are highly responsive as well and every email is well thought out and adds value to client’s business.’

‘Celine Bey is recommended highly as a strategist with great legal and business acumen.’

Work highlights


  • Obtained the cancellation of Somfy’s blue colour trademark registered since 1996.
  • Represented Noah Clothing LLC, against Mr Yannick Noah in a trademark dispute before French courts.
  • Assisted the Ritz group before the French courts in a trademark infringement matter.

Havard Duclos & Associés

Havard Duclos & Associés regularly assists with licensing and exploitation matters as well as handling litigation before European and French courts. Clients include social media platforms, luxury fashion designers, food retailers and football associations. The team is led by Sophie Havard Duclos, who is 'a very skilled lawyer and excellent litigator'. Constance Percevaux and Pauline Casanova are other names to note.

Practice head(s):

Sophie Havard Duclos


Other key lawyers:

Constance Percevaux; Pauline Casanova


Testimonials

‘The Havard Duclos et & Associés team stands out for the creativity of the solutions it offers. ’

‘Good and solid advice, capable of thinking in solutions and to think along with the client’

‘Sophie Havard Duclos: approachable, fast, very skilled lawyer, excellent litigator and also a very pleasant person’

Key clients

BROWN FORMAN


CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE


ACCOR


DANONE


ENGIE


META PLATFORMS


MS MODE


VANESSA WU


INSTAGRAM


DELTA AIRLINES


COSTCO


UEFA


Work highlights


Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP has a full spectrum practice handling regulatory compliance, licence template reviews and portfolio management but is particularly commended for its litigation management. Practice head Alexandra Neri is noted for her work in IP and TMT disputes. Suzanne Carayol  specialises in online intellectual property infringement including issues concerning deepfakes and Laure Cardinet, who is qualified in Paris and New York, has considerable soft IP experience. Sébastien Proust leads on electronic commerce matters.

Practice head(s):

Alexandra Neri


Other key lawyers:

Sébastien Proust; Suzanne Carayol; Laure Cardinet


Testimonials

‘Excellent expertise and advice in intellectual property, particularly in litigation management.’

‘Laure Cardinet – competent, pragmatic and proactive. ’

‘The HSF team stands out for its in-depth expertise in the IT and Internet sectors, as well as its highly collaborative and responsive approach. One of its main strengths lies in its ability to quickly understand complex technical and legal issues, while offering pragmatic solutions tailored to each situation.’

‘Alexandra Neri and Sebastien Proust are clearly among the best in their field, thanks to their in-depth knowledge of the sector and their creativity.’

Key clients

Alibaba


Forseti


Enterprise


Google


Vinted


Work highlights


  • Represented Enterprise in a litigation that started in 2013 against the French car rental company Rent A Car in relation to trademark infringement.

Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP

The team at Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP regularly advises on the full gamut of issues including complex litigation both before French and European courts including EUIPO, as well as transactional matters, oppositions, registrations, and portfolio management. The firm also has strength in pre-litigation settlement including arbitration and mediation. Marie-Aimée de Dampierre is noted for her 'command of subjects spanning from A to Z'. David Taylor is highly reputed for his work in internet-related branding matters. Jane Seager focuses on the protection and recuperation of domain names as well as phishing and cyber-security matters. Claire Bratel provides additional support.

Practice head(s):

Marie-Aimée de Dampierre; David Taylor; Jane Seager


Other key lawyers:

Claire Bratel


Testimonials

‘An excellent IP team. Good quality advice that is fomulated to deal with complex situations and trials that have lasted for many years. They are creative in making template documents that align with the interests of clients.’

‘Marie-Aimee de Dampierre – personally involved in cases and has a command of subjects spanning from A to Z. Her strategies are always clear and pertinent with an understanding of the business challenges of the client. Thank you!’

‘The personalities and personal touch from Partners on down, make working with the team pleasant and effortless even when dealing with touch matters and tight timelines.’

Key clients

Meta Platforms Inc


Work highlights


  • Regularly assist Meta with the recuperation of domain names and security issues.

HOYNG ROKH MONÉGIER

HOYNG ROKH MONÉGIER's team is well-equipped to handle cross-border IP litigation, where it frequently works with colleagues from across the firm's European offices. It regularly handles oppositions, enforcements, the protection of trade marks and designs as well as matters pertaining to geographical indicators, unfair competition and misleading advertising. The team is headed by ‘excellent litigator’ Sophie Micallef who handles IP litigation and pre-litigation for claimants and defendants. Denis Monégier du Sorbier  is another key name  and further bolsters its litigation offering.

Practice head(s):

Sophie Micallef


Other key lawyers:

Denis Monégier du Sorbier; Marion Soulé


Testimonials

‘Very clear & straight forward advice. Always accessible and very quick reaction times providing top notch legal and practical advice. ’

‘Sophie Micaleff is our main contact person handling/coordinating all our matters in France.’

‘Sophie Micaleff has a deep knowledge of all soft IP matters, be it trade marks, copyright and/or designs. She is an excellent litigator and comes up with innovative strategies.’

Key clients

BOUYGUES TELECOM


NINTENDO


VLISCO


Work highlights


Jones Day

Jones Day  is commended by one client for its 'impressive strike force' and it provides comprehensive advice on litigation and transactional work, regularly handling due diligence matters for major M&A transactions. The group has wide sector expertise but is particularly noted for its skill in handling life sciences matters. Emmanuel Baud is a highly regarded litigator. Edouard Fortunet is 'an outstanding and dynamic lawyer with strong litigation skills, easy to work with and creative in finding innovative solutions'.

Practice head(s):

Emmanuel Baud


Other key lawyers:

Edouard Fortunet; Philippe Marchiset


Testimonials

‘Jones Day’s IP team has an impressive strike force, in France and abroad, with teams specializing in all areas of IP law (hard IP, soft IP, Transactional IP and Cyber/Data) in each of its main offices. The lawyers are able to handle complex cases both in consulting and litigation, in particular on cross-border operations that involve the intervention of specialists in specific fields and across the world.’

‘The way Jones Day operates, the fluidity of exchanges and the constant attention they demonstrate to systematically building the best possible team for the client’s needs, make this firm a reference in the field of intellectual property where they surpass, in my opinion, their main competitors. The IP team knows how to be innovative and has always been able to propose the use of cutting-edge methods, management of employees involved in a case or implementation of AI systems).’

‘In my opinion, Edouard Fortunet particularly stands out within Jones Day’s IP team in Paris. He has shone in recent years on complex litigation in the field of video games and in the field of fashion. From a transactional point of view, Edouard has also intervened on very visible cases in recent years involving large industrial groups.’

‘Jones Day has a strong expertise in terms of trademark and authors’ rights prosecution and global trademark strategies.’

‘Edouard Fortunet is an outstanding and dynamic lawyer with strong litigation skills, easy to work with and creative in finding innovative solutions. He is always responsive and make us feel confident with our procedural choices as he provides us with a global view of the options and risks associated. ’

‘Very professional, international, attentive, considerate team, who know their subjects, while remaining “anchored” in the real world. ’

‘360° degree view.’

‘Excellent professionals, quality work. ’

Key clients

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac


Madbox


Les Héritiers Matisse


Voodoo


Comité Champs-Elysées


Balmain


INAO


Speedway


Djust


Cowboy


Digicel


Emeria


Trek Bicycle Corp.


Work highlights


A&O Shearman

The team at A&O Shearman handles litigation before French and European courts including the French Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and EUIPO. Dual New York and Paris-qualified lawyer Alexandre Rudoni heads the team and also leads the firm’s video games practice. The firm acts for an array of clients from sectors including food and beverage, entertainment, tech and tobacco.

Practice head(s):

Alexandre Rudoni


Work highlights


  • Assisted  Fujifilm in a cross-border trademark and free-riding litigation in relation to the white border square format used in instant photography.
  • Representing Nintendo in several ongoing civil actions for copyright and trade mark infringement of its games by online platforms and piracy websites.
  • Assisted Carlsberg and its affiliate Kronenbourg in a cross-border trademark dispute against its competitor Heineken in the context of the launch by Heineken, in Europe and the metaverse, of a new beer.

Arenaire

Boutique firm Arenaire regularly advises on free-riding, unfair competition, application filings, registrations, as well as litigation and transactional-related IP matters for clients in the luxury goods, education and publishing sectors. The team is co-led by Pierre Massot, who is noted for his ' perfect command of legal matters while constantly keeping in mind the essentials and the economic implications', and ‘outstanding’ Lentini Thibault, who has a strong focus on criminal and customs law related to counterfeiting. Mythili Thaya, who is dual qualified in California and Paris, is also noted.

Practice head(s):

Pierre Massot; Thibault Lentini


Other key lawyers:

Mythili Thaya; Louis Louembe


Testimonials

‘Thibault Lentini stands out for his availability, his listening skills, his pragmatism.’

‘We work mainly with Thibault Lentini who is truly an outstanding lawyer, with a very in-depth knowledge of both our sector and the law. The cases we have entrusted to him have always had a favorable outcome.’

‘Excellent lawyers and attorneys, prompt and efficient work, economic expertise, excellent communication.’

Key clients

Louis Vuitton


Maisons du Monde


Pernod Ricard


Mumm Martell Perrier Jouet


Richemont


Balenciaga


Ferragamo


Technicolor


Macif/Aéma


NAILMATIC


Université Paris Sciences Lettres


Wilmotte


METRA & Associés


Lina Ghotmeh Architecture


Proludic


G.F.A.


Work highlights


  • Advising Maison Du Monde on its IP-related issues including copyright, trademarks, design rights and patent issues.
  • Advising Pernod Ricard’s companies on all IP aspects of its business.
  • Regularly advising MACIF/AEMA, on IP aspects of its business and, in particular in trademarks matters and advertising campaigns.

BCTG Avocats

The team at BCTG Avocats, which has a strong focus on litigation and brand protection, regularly handles pan-European matters. Practice head Gaëlle Bloret-Pucci has a broad IP practice, advising on trademarks and anti-counterfeiting, designs, authors' rights and patents. Pauline De Drée is noted for her expertise assisting with advisory matters, litigation and contracts in all areas of intellectual property.

Practice head(s):

Gaëlle Bloret-Pucci


Other key lawyers:

Pauline de Drée


Testimonials

‘In addition to its very strong technical skills, the team is characterized by its availability and proactivity in identifying the strategies best suited to each problem, taking into account both the client’s objectives and the identified risks.’

‘Gaëlle Bloret-Pucci stands out particularly for her expertise and professionalism.’

‘Gaelle Bloret-Pucci’s team is particularly attentive to the issues and constraints submitted to them and communication with the lawyers is perfect, whether in terms of costs, deadlines, legal response, reports, etc. They are concerned about the privileged relationship with their client. This team remains innovative on legal subjects.’

‘Pauline de Drée stands out for her friendliness, her expertise on all IP/IT subjects, her responsiveness, her sense of service and her efficiency.’

‘The BCTG Avocats IP team is particularly distinguished by its commitment and tenacity in obtaining a satisfactory result for its clients. ’

‘BCTG was able to build a solid strategy, adapted to different companies, with a reasonable and shared budget, while coordinating different interlocutors (investigators, bailiffs, notaries, etc.) and finding the right legal and judicial approach. They also found alternative and innovative approaches to successfully circumvent legal difficulties. Their work is of high quality.’

‘Our contacts are Gaelle Bloret-Pucci and Pauline de Dree. Their availability, professionalism, teaching skills and legal approach are of great excellence and contribute to the success of our cases.’

‘This is a highly available team with solid experience, particularly in IP litigation. The strong point is the availability, responsiveness and ability to provide tailor-made and actionable advice, thanks to a good knowledge of the platform ecosystem, and an understanding of the expectations of corporate lawyers. ’

Key clients

NIKE


EG Labo


LACOSTE


LVMH


Orangina Schweppes Suntory Group


Schweppes International Limited


Work highlights


Casalonga

Casalonga fields a sizeable team in this area and is sought out by clients including retailers, food and wine manufacturers, and software and entertainment companies. The group handles litigation before the EUIPO, French courts, the French Intellectual Property Office, and European General Court proceedings. Managing partner Caroline Casalonga has a broad IP practice and Arnaud Casalonga‘s expertise crosses over to competition law as it relates to IP. Marianne Gabriel and Floriane Codevelle advise on the full gamut of issues from national and international IP litigation strategies, IP protection and defence to M&A, due diligence and contract negotiation. Karina Dimidjian-Lecomte, Laurence Schardt and Pascaline Vincent are other names to note, as is Cristina Bercial-Chaumier, who is admitted to the Paris bar and member of the Alicante bar and is a key name for any matters with a Spanish nexus.

Practice head(s):

Arnaud Casalonga; Caroline Casalonga; Floriane Codevelle; Karina Dimidjian-Lecomte; Marianne Gabriel; Laurence Schardt; Pascaline Vincent; Cristina Bercial-Chaumier


Other key lawyers:

Klervi Henry


Testimonials

‘Their advice is always accurate and useful.’

‘Karina Dimidjian-Lecomte always gives us clear strategy. ’

‘Floriane Codevelle: remarkable ability to compromise, negotiate, convince. We rely completely on her: she is capable of miracles.’

‘The team has proven to be very communicative, understanding of our needs and our business environment and produces advice and legal expert work of very high quality. They constantly walk the extra mile, which also shows with effective results of all the work we give to the firm.’

‘Karina Dimidjian-Lecomte is outstanding in effective communication and clear recommendations. She also shows fantastic results. Her communication style and fantastic language capabilities, both French and English, is an asset to our multinational company. She shows excellent business understanding and does not engage in any form of up upselling activities, always stays relevant to strategy and cost considerations.’

‘Marianne Gabriel particularly stands out. She is a good listener and has a very good understanding of customer needs. She knows how to find the right solutions. She knows how to delegate so that files move forward but immediately takes over the lead in case of difficulty or when the situation is complex.’

‘The Casalonga team has been serving us for many years with a fantastic track record!’

‘Karina Dimidjian-Lecomte is a very skilled and professional lawyer, always performing with distinct quality and responsiveness.’

Key clients

A.P.C (Atelier de Production et de création)


Allegion


Antilles-Glaces Group


Aurige Group


Bagi


Banque BCP


Berliner


Biogaran


Blue Cross Blue Shield Association


Brasseurs de France


Casanova


Cobra Art Company


Cluizel


Credit Mutuel Arkéa


Dalloyau


Délices de Guyane


Diam Bouchage


Domaine Casanova


Elis


Eram Group


Ermewa Group


Essity Hygiene and Health AB


Etablissement français du sang


Fayat Group


France Boissons


GBH


Geodis


GPMA


Hasbro


Heineken Entreprise


Humeau-Beaupreau


INAO


JCR


Karsten Manufacturing Corporation


Kodak


La Centrale Group


La Compagnie de Vichy


Lalique Group


Leroy Merlin France


Lidl


Monster Energy company


Moulin Rouge


Mr.Bricolage Group


MSF International


Ortho Partner


Oui Care Group


Pandora


Paramount Group


Qinomic


Saint-Gobain


Samaritaine


Sanofi


SKF


Sky Group


Société de la Tour Eiffel


Sovereign Brands


Spéciales Gillardeau SARL


Spiribam


STMicroelectronics


Teréga


Unique Heritage Media


Up Coop Group


V33 Group


Vallourec


Villard Médical


Vinora


WAFF


Wakam


Yara France


Work highlights


  • Advised various clients on ambush marketing linked to the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games: validation of campaigns prior to the events and negotiation of license agreements with PARIS 2024.
  • Handled several opposition and trademark infringement actions for MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES (MSF) in France, in Spain and in Portugal against organisations trying to take advantage of MSF’s reputation, including religious and political organisations.
  • Represented the licensee of a famous French city in the protection of its name, including providing advice and enforcement of its rights (oppositions, invalidity claims, fraudulent filings) against any attempts at appropriation by third parties.

Dentons

Dentons serves as a trusted adviser to some of the world’s most prominent fashion brands, as well as social media platforms and technology companies. The team has experience of handling multiple litigations simultaneously as well as pre-litigation matters at a French and pan-European level. Practice head Loïc Lemercier handles trademarks and designs matters alongside a broader IP practice. Isabelle Leroux has notable strength handling literary and artistic property matters,

Practice head(s):

Loïc Lemercier


Other key lawyers:

Isabelle Leroux; Sophie Mandel; Chen Gu


Testimonials

‘Versatility, flexibility, availability, competence are its assets compared to other firms’

‘Loïc Lemercier, Availability, competence, pedagogue ’

‘The first quality is that we can really talk about a team, the team spirit and behavior are clearly present. The level of expertise is very high, Isabelle Leroux’s team having been exposed to many very strategic disputes and with significant visibility in France and internationally. The responsiveness is very good and the sense of the business spirit of the recommendations is really present.’

Key clients

Lactalis


Apple


Supreme


LinkedIn


CNRS


CLT-UFA, RTL Television GmbH, RTL Group, Canal +


Arko


Devialet


Chanel


TotalEnergies


Work highlights


  • Advised Supreme on more than five litigations in several French courts defending its Supreme trademark against major international infringers.
  • Represented Lactalis in several disputes in France, in particular before the Rennes Court of Appeal concerning a trademark opposition.’
  • Represented and assisted Apple in a dispute initiated for an alleged trademark infringement.

DTMV & Associés

The team at DTMV & Associés' trademarks and designs offering across the continent with the team regularly handling German litigation concurrently with proceedings in France. The firm also has expertise in customs control and antipiracy matters. Clients include large multinational car manufacturers, luxury fashion designers, and global media and entertainment companies. The team is led by Thierry Mollet-Viéville; Pascal Lefort; Eleonore Gaspar; Thomas Cuche; and Lyon-based Grimaud Valat. Janin Reynaud Laurine left the firm.

Practice head(s):

Thierry Mollet-Viéville; Pascal Lefort; Eléonore Gaspar; Thomas Cuche; Grimaud Valat


Work highlights


EBL Lexington Avocats

The team at EBL Lexington Avocats has established itself as a go-to choice for major fashion brands, retailers and manufacturers and has a particular strength in handling anti-counterfeiting litigation. It has recently been instructed on several headline cases against counterfeiters. Laurent Levy  has a wealth of experience in the protection of distribution networks and anti-counterfeiting measures and Michael Piquet-Fraysse has strength in both civil and criminal litigation cases for clients involved in the luxury, fashion and textiles sectors as well as media and emerging tech industries. Christophe Glénat is able to draw on his previous experience as an in-house IP lawyer. Ilyes Gharbi is also noted.

Practice head(s):

Laurent Levy; Michaël Piquet-Fraysse


Other key lawyers:

Christophe Glénat; Ilyes Gharbi


Testimonials

‘The intellectual property team at EBL Lexington are highly talented lawyers in the fields of trade marks, designs and copyright. They have a highly developed anti-counterfeiting practice, obtaining innovative court orders to deal with counterfeit products sold at markets. They understand the value of brands and the needs of luxury goods manufacturers. They are top rated lawyers in their field. ’

‘Laurent Levy is a very talented IP lawyer who works closely with the exceptionally talented Christophe Glenat (who has a wealth of knowledge of luxury brands from a period spent in-house) and the gifted Michael Piquet-Fraysse.’

‘Quick, pragmatic advice for a fair price.’

‘Fast, pragmatic, to the point. Christophe Glenat has business experience as an IP counsel in a larg commercial company. This helps understanding our day to day needs Same for the partner Laurent Levy, who is very approachable.’

‘The main strength of the Lexington firm’s IP teams lies in their ability to offer new solutions and to go beyond the usual frameworks while respecting the interests of their client.’

‘Michaël Piquet-Fraysse and Ilyes Gharbi stand out in particular for their ability to propose original solutions.’

‘Business focus instead of simply looking for legal answers. Responsive and adaptable to the needs of the client combined to great legal skills.’

‘Anti-counterfeiting expertise and innovation in intellectual property litigation.’

Key clients

Nestlé


Petrus


Volkswagen


Audi


Yamaha


Barriere


Fouquet’s


J.M Weston


Piper-Heidsieck


Charles Heidsieck


Bonpoint


Jimmy Fairly


Djeco


JumboDiset


Gas Bijoux


Normalu


Mackage


Les Bienheureux


Bonneval Waters


Duclot


Yetigel


Sartore & Compagnie


SPA


Morganne Bello


Malt


Codage


Go on Media


Work highlights


  • Represented BARRIERE GROUP in a litigation against META resulting from the publication, on Facebook and Instagram, of thousands of advertisements promoting fake official gambling applications.
  • Represented Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Lacoste to obtain from the Paris IP Court, a civil Court order for closing and sealing 16 shops of counterfeit goods at the St Ouen Flea Market.
  • Represented NESTLÉ in obtaining, from the French Trademarks Office, the registration of the famous Lanvin chocolate snail as a French 3D Trademark.

Fiducial Legal by Lamy

Fiducial Legal by Lamy has expertise in portfolio management, as well as filings and trademark prosecution. Clients include software developers, fast food chains and manufacturers, among others. The firm is led by Karine Disdier-Mikus, who in addition to trademarks and designs matter also advises on domain names, unfair competition, infringement, franchising and licensing. Pierre Nieuwyaer and Marguerite Senard are able to utilise their knowledge of IT and cybersquatting law to advise on trademark and design matters.

Practice head(s):

Karine Disdier-Mikus


Other key lawyers:

Pierre Nieuwyaer; Marguerite Senard


Testimonials

‘We work with Karine Disdier-Mikus and absolutely love her. She is smart, knows the law inside and out. She gives practical advice that we can use. And she is a wonderful person to know! I really enjoy working with Karine.’

‘Team is reliable and fast. ’

‘I know Karine Disdier Mikus very well, a great lawyer.’

Key clients

B&B HOTELS


IRO


MCDONALD’S CORPORATION


HAIER


CITY OF DEAUVILLE


POINT S


ASSOCIATED PRESS


COFREND


IKEA


FLASHGAP/BUMBLE


Work highlights


  • Advising BUMBLE/FLASHGAP on several EU oppositions and cancellation actions against a company intervening in the music sector as well as another IT company.
  • Advising B&B HOTELS on its brand strategy worldwide, including conducting clearance searches in multiple jurisdictions, as well as conducting online IP enforcement, “notice and take down” actions, oppositions worldwide as well as UDRP proceedings.
  • Defending IRO brand in multiple-jurisdictions litigations against another clothing brand from Taiwan and assisting the brand in tackling trademark and copyright infringement on the internet.

Fieldfisher

The team at Fieldfisher is particularly noted for handling infringement proceedings, customs control and domain name issues alongside more general trademark litigation. The group frequently acts for multinational clients before a variety of courts and intellectual property offices as well as handling portfolio management globally. Nathalie Hadjadj-Cazier is an expert in drafting licensing, franchising and merchandising agreements. Franck Veisse brings expertise in competition, distribution and commercial contracts to trademark and design matters.

Practice head(s):

Nathalie Hadjadj-Cazier


Other key lawyers:

Franck Veisse


Testimonials

‘Attentive team, demonstrating responsiveness and excellent follow-up of files. Precise, pragmatic and operational advice. Very good interpersonal skills.’

‘Nathalie​​​​ Hadjadj‑Cazier: interpersonal skills, availability, listening, business oriented.’

 

Key clients

Giordano Enterprises


Champagne Billecart-Salmon


Owkin, Inc.


Oscaro


Crocs


Work highlights


  • Advising Owkin, Inc. in their global trademark’s strategy.
  • Managing Oscaro’s trademarks and domain names portfolio and having detected similar trademarks and trade names and, thus, negotiated with the applicants and obtained amicable settlement.
  • Advise a leading veterinary laboratory regarding the management of the IP rights, including their trademark portfolio, and drafting their IP commercial agreements and defending against an invalidation action filed in Poland.

Kern & Weyl

Boutique IP firm Kern & Weyl is a key name for trademark litigation, with expertise in handling anti-counterfeiting strategy, customs issues, and unfair competition. Recent work of note includes acting in major trademark infringement litigation for a major European car manufacturer which saw the firm defending its clients both in French and European counts before reaching a settlement. Tania Kern is an expert in national and multi-jurisdictional anti-counterfeiting programmes; Claire Weyl focuses on trademark litigation; Giulia Cortesi heads up the firm's Italian desk; and Florence Houisse leverages her expertise to advise Web3 companies.

Practice head(s):

Tania Kern; Claire Weyl; Giulia Cortesi; Florence Houisse


Testimonials

‘Regarding our industry, the team has the expertise that is useful to us combined with a good knowledge of our sector.’

‘We have mainly worked with Florence Houisse, who has skills and knowledge that are very specific to our industry, which is valuable. She is also very attentive and very committed to the files that we have entrusted to her.’

‘They are always available, even if deadlines are very tight. ’

Key clients

Automobiles Citroën


Calvin Klein


Tommy Hilfiger


Giochi preziosi spa


Ariston France


Castaldi Partners


Work highlights


  • Represented Citroën in a high profile trademark infringement legal action against another major European car manufacturer regarding the imitation of Citroën’s famous double chevron logo.

Linklaters

Linklaters regularly advises international clients on their cross-border trademark proceedings. Led by Pauline Debré, the team also seamlessly integrates with the firm’s other departments and subsequently often advises on the IP aspects of financing and M&A deals. Clients include tech and software conglomerates, pharmaceutical companies and French automotive suppliers. Jean-François Merdrignac is adept at negotiating and drafting various agreements including those pertaining to joint ventures, R&D and collaboration agreements, and sponsorship agreements.

Practice head(s):

Pauline Debré


Other key lawyers:

Jean-François Merdrignac; Laetitia Nicolazzi


Testimonials

‘Strong expertise in the subject matter, responsiveness, ability to constructively influence the negotiation process.’

 

Key clients

Meta Platforms


Merck & Co


Automotive Cells Company


La Rosée


Work highlights


  • Representing Meta Platforms in judicial proceedings launched against a data scraper based in France, The Phantom Company.
  • Defending Merck & Co, Inc. before multiple courts, including France, in relation to different uses of the name “MERCK” on the internet and in email addresses.
  • Advised ACC on the IP aspects of a debt financing, securing €4.4 billion in loan facilities to finance the development of three EV battery gigafactories in Europe.

Momentum Avocats

The team at Momentum Avocats has a high level of technical expertise that equips it to act for clients on sophisticated litigation in the IP space. Falling under the firm’s roster of clients are multi-national conglomerates in the luxury fashion, broadcasting and gaming industries to name a few. Julien Canlorbe advises listed companies, start-up companies and designers on projects and litigations concerning the protection of their IP rights. Jean-Sébastien Mariez focuses on IT service activities, media, gaming, luxury and consumer goods. Julie Carel advises on anti-counterfeiting policies and the full gamut of IP issues relating to intangible assets including protection and strategic valuation.

Practice head(s):

Julie Carel; Julien Canlorbe; Jean-Sébastien Mariez


Testimonials

‘The Momentum Avocats firm has a large number of specialists who are experts in their field of activity and who perfectly match our needs. It shines with its expertise, responsiveness and the clarity of its communication.’

‘I worked in particular with Julien Canlorbe who represented us in a delicate case of which he perfectly mastered the smallest aspects. We consider that the results were very positive in our case before the court. In the event of a new dispute, it is certain that we will consider the same lawyer. ’

Work highlights


Osborne Clarke

Osborne Clarke is experienced in the full range of trademark and design-related IP issues. The team regularly undertakes complex litigation for claimants and defendants  with regards to infringement and validity and also regularly handles risk management matters and trademark portfolios. Claire Bouchenard, who who has strength in IP, IT and digital regulation, jointly heads the team alongside Xavier Pican , who also heads up the firm’s blockchain line.

Practice head(s):

Claire Bouchenard; Xavier Pican


Other key lawyers:

Julia Darcel; Christophe Arfan


Key clients

Esprit International


NordSec


Orlinski


This.Sign


Etablissements Coquet


Neoen


Work highlights


Pinsent Masons LLP

Pinsent Masons LLP handles a balanced mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, handling licensing issues, agreement drafting and negotiation, infringement litigation, brand protection, trademark strategy and prelitigation matters. The team is led by Jules Fabre who excels in life sciences and pharmaceuticals and is an expert in cross-border IP litigation. Emmanuel Gougé left the firm in September of 2024 to take up a role as a judge in the Court of Appeal of the Unified Patent Court.

Practice head(s):

Jules Fabre


Other key lawyers:

Virginia de Freitas; Nicolas Bitsch


Key clients

Griesson de Beukelaer


Accord Healthcare


Teva Pharmaceuticals


UHU


Work highlights


Schmidt Brunet Litzler

Schmidt Brunet Litzler regularly handles advisory, strategic, litigious and registration issues for clients, while also noted for its strength in cease and desist-related action. Marie-André Nivet is an expert litigator for domain names, trademarks and designs, as well as unfair competition and Delphine Brunet-Stoclet is a respected player and has a strong following among clients in the advertising and media, as well as fashion, design, furniture and e-business industries.

Practice head(s):

Marie André-Nivet; Delphine Brunet-Stoclet


Other key lawyers:

Felix Bertrand


Testimonials

‘Marie André-Nivet has real expertise in IP and trademarks and stands out for her ability to listen and understand the issues.’

‘The Intellectual Property team at Schmidt Brunet Litzler stands out due to their deep expertise and client-focused approach, particularly in the areas of trademarks and designs. The team’s ability to understand complex legal challenges and offer tailored, strategic solutions is exceptional. Their responsiveness and commitment to client satisfaction are among their strongest qualities, ensuring clear communication and efficient handling of cases.’

‘The individuals I have worked with at Schmidt Brunet Litzler stand out due to their exceptional expertise, professionalism, and dedication. Their ability to understand client needs and provide pragmatic legal solutions sets them apart from competitors. In particular, the partners demonstrate a profound knowledge of intellectual property law, while the associates are highly responsive and detail-oriented.’

Work highlights


Simmons & Simmons

Leveraging its position within the firm’s global IP group, the team at Simmons & Simmons provides a comprehensive coverage across a wide range of trademark and design issues. The firm regularly handles portfolio management and trademark degeneration defence for film production companies and soft drinks manufacturers but also has expertise advising clients within the fashion, shipping and biotech sectors. The team is led by Sarah Bailey  who is a specialist in unfair competition, advertising and data protection. Frédérique Potin provides additional support.

Practice head(s):

Sarah Bailey


Other key lawyers:

Frédérique Potin


Testimonials

‘Available and attentive team, which knows, anticipates and takes into account the concrete challenges of intellectual property of companies and offers suitable recommendations.’

‘This team is distinguished by its in-depth knowledge of the various aspects of intellectual property, particularly in the area of ​​copyright, designs and models. The partner is experienced and the collaborators have solid knowledge, understand and adapt to the needs of clients.’

‘It is a dynamic team that is very attentive to the needs of the customer.’

‘Sarah Bailey is a partner who has been very attentive to the needs of our team and has shown great availability to implement a solution adapted to our needs by assigning a lawyer, a legal expert and a paralegal from her team on secondment a few hours per week to help us overcome a period of overload.’

Work highlights


Taliens

The team at Taliens provides a wealth of support for its clients when it comes to both French IP litigation as well as contractual, strategic, dispute and trademark filings, both in front of the French Trade Mark Office and French national courts. Clients include fashion houses, brands, fast-food chains and information conglomerates and it frequently works with other international law firms to service their clients on the French IP aspects. Clara Steinitz and Jean-Frédéric Gaultier have notable experience representing banks, infrastructure funds, industrial companies, and car manufacturers. Grégoire Triet specialises in strategy formulation, trade mark defence and prelitigation advice.

Practice head(s):

Jean-Frédéric Gaultier; Clara Steinitz; Gregoire Triet


Other key lawyers:

Tougane Loumeau; Emilie Gras; Sophia Gintersos


Testimonials

‘Taliens is a union of talents who excel in their respective fields and have a perfect knowledge of the industry and the needs of their clients.’

‘Clara Steinitz provides stellar advices with always a pragmatic approach to manage key projects.’

Key clients

Amazon Studios


Burger King France (BKF)


Cartier


Dolce & Gabbana


IWC


Paradis Latin


Paramount


Pernod Ricard


Valentino


Van Cleef & Arpels


Work highlights


  • Defended Red Bull GmbH against third-party trade mark applications and managed all IP-related inquiries and disputes in France.
  • Representing Dolce & Gabbana in a lawsuit before the Paris judicial court, addressing allegations of intellectual property infringement and “parasitic behaviour” related to certain collections.
  • Acted for Heaven Hill Distilleries in successfully defending their trade mark rights over the iconic Hpnotiq liquor, including filing and winning an opposition before the French Trade mark office.

Taylor Wessing

The team at Taylor Wessing regularly advises on cancellations, trademark filing and protection, portfolio management, anti-counterfeit actions, while also handling infringement matters. Marc Schuler is an expert in brand management and in securing IP rights in transactions for both traditional and new media. Inès Tribouillet, who is dual qualified in New York and Paris, advises on protection, exploitation and defence of intangible assets including trademarks, designs, domain names in the digital content, retail, architecture and fashion sectors.

Practice head(s):

Marc Schuler


Other key lawyers:

Ines Tribouillet


Key clients

Orange


Banijay Group


Tik Tok


Balenciaga


Ncsoft


Arenanet


Adobe


American Airlines


Maison Lejaby


Comcast


Ratp


Corsearch


Gallup


Buzzman


Real Asset Media


Dailymotion


Subway


City Of Cannes


Product Of The Year


Cerelia


Redbubble


Work highlights


  • Representing Alexander Mcqueen brand in a litigation initiated by Margiela based on freeriding in relation to the use of an alleged infringement of its 4 stiches design.
  • Represented NC SOFT and its subsidiary Arena Net in a litigation against a businessman having set up a business around the offering and selling of Guid Wars accounts and digital items in violation with the subscription agreement to the game.
  • Assisting TIK TOK in anti-counterfeits actions in relation to the import and marketing of various infringing products reproducing Tik Tok trademark.

UGGC Avocats

UGGC Avocats has expertise in registered and unregistered trademarks and distinctive signs which includes domain names, protected designations of origin, and protected geographical indications as well as collective trade marks. Anne-Marie Pecoraro advises on the full gamut of IP litigation and Corinna Khayat has notable strength handling trademark litigation. Elisabeth Logeais specialises in licensing and Rodolphe Boissau provides support for clients in the entertainment industry with regards to their contentious IP work.

Practice head(s):

Anne-Marie Pecoraro


Other key lawyers:

Corinne Khayat; Elisabeth Logeais; Rodolphe Boissau


Testimonials

‘Anne Marie Pecoraro, undisputed reference n°1 in trademark law and copyright: expertise, energy, reliability, agility. Very expert, perfectly familiar with the subject and the environment and uses. Personally involved and passionate over time. She carefully follows all clients, all files, from the smallest to the most important, to guarantee the hallmark of excellence of the department of Anne Marie Pecoraro.’

‘Expertise at the highest global level. Total dedication to their clients. Exceptional responsiveness.’

‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is always 100% dedicated to the success of her clients.’

‘UGGC Avocats is our go to firm if we need advice on French IP law. They are very knowledgeable and quick to respond. Anne Marie Pecoraro is an absolute market leader. ’

‘Anne Marie Pecoraro has been a force to be reckoned with for the past decades. She is an undisputed expert and also a very nice person.’

‘Our group has always worked with Anne Marie Pecoraro for all legal questions, particularly relating to media law, music law, intellectual property. We have always been satisfied with the service and knowledge of the music field, and to benefit from expert advice, particularly in industrial and literary and artistic property. These are intellectual property issues in production and communication law cases, concerning all the legal aspects of production, music synchronization, etc.’

‘Anne Marie Pecoraro has the qualities of a great lawyer (agile intelligence, formidable strategist, etc.) and is a woman of action. Rodolphe Boissau is very good, and of the highest level: personal qualities, technical qualities, etc. they are remarkable lawyers.’

‘Anne Marie Pecoraro is my go-to lawyer for all matters of intellectual property, she is an authority on the market with her top-notch expertise. She far surpasses other specialist lawyers with her expertise, experience and humanism.’

Key clients

Diageo


Paris 2024


Bodyhit


Elsevier – Springer / SCI-HUB – Libgen


Frédéric LYPHOUDT – Archikonsol Project


Musée d’Art et d’Histoire du Judaïsme


Thierry Mugler


Enalean SAS


UNIFAB


Elyx


ECI Agency Luxuvince


Gustavo Lins


Le Concert d’Astrée


GO-N


Rafe Production


Parfums Quartana / Six Scents Parfumes


Mood Media


Disc Ambiance


Zahia Dehar


Work highlights


  • Defended and protected its brand and organised the conditions for partnerships and licences for Rafe Productions.
  • Protected the rights of the American QUARTANA perfume brands, in particular in relation to their presence on the Internet and through the use of the best filing and contractual strategies.
  • Advising Mood Media, to protect its brands, particularly on the Internet and by using the best filing and contractual strategies.

August Debouzy

The expertise of August Debouzy expands across a variety of industries and sectors including AI, media, entertainment, art, fashion, jewellery, cosmetic, health, luxury goods, tobacco, and telecoms. The firm handles litigation as well as portfolio management, customs, contracts and audits. The team is led by experienced litigators Mahasti Razavi and Grégoire Desrousseaux. Amélie Tripet and Pierre Pérot provide additional support.

Practice head(s):

Mahasti Razavi; Grégoire Desrousseaux


Other key lawyers:

Amélie Tripet; Pierre Pérot; Inès Bouzayen


Testimonials

‘Dynamic and very good advice.’

‘Adaptable to any problem, rigorous, reactive, efficient.’

‘This team is young, very responsive and above all extremely qualified. It is able to deploy the best resources for a very high level of advice at all times, and especially in the event of an emergency.’

‘Pierre Perot’s skills border on excellence, and his interpersonal skills, characterized in particular by a natural kindness, fuel his great motivation which is extremely communicative. Pierre is undeniably a rising star in the profession.’

Key clients

Casino Les Princes


E-attestations.com


Dancing Dead


Agence des Participations de l’Etat


Somfy


Muji Europe and Ryohin Keikaky France


EDF/Enedis


Bugali


Ferrari


Deliveroo


B. Braun


Dijo


Beyond Aero


Rondini


Balmain


Nike


ESG


Work highlights


  • Assisting and representing French luxury company Pierre Balmain, in the context of an appeal against a judgment handed down by the Paris Court of First Instance regarding resolution of a partial trademark transfer agreement.
  • Successfully represented before the Paris Court of Justice MUJI, the Japanese retailer in case involving unregistered European Union design, copyright infringement and unfair competition.
  • Successfully supported EDF and Enedis in their strategy to protect their trademark and domain portfolio against third-party infringers, both in court and before French administrative body responsible for domain names.

Benoliel Avocats

The team at Benoliel Avocats has a comprehensive IP service that serves French and international clients, where it handles litigation before both French regional and European courts. Clients are predominantly drawn from the audiovisual, distribution, food, pharmaceutical, TV production and cosmetics sectors. Litigation expert Sylvie Benoliel-Claux, who is noted for her strategic skills, leads the firm. Anne-Sophie Leroi and Sonia Benali-Kaleva provide additional support.

Practice head(s):

Sylvie Benoliel-Claux


Other key lawyers:

Anne-Sophie Leroi; Sonia Benali-Kaleva


Testimonials

‘The team consistently responds to our inquiries promptly and in great detail compared to other firms. They handle our cases with professionalism and offer valuable insights to help secure favorable outcomes.’

Key clients

LOLA JAMES HARPER


LEA NATURE SERVICES


Work highlights


Cabinet Bouchara Avocats

Cabinet Bouchara Avocats regularly advises on oppositions, registrations, licensing contract negotiations and drafting as well as trademark litigation before the French Trademark Office. Practice head Vanessa Bouchara also handles infringement, parasitism, and unfair competition cases. Adèle Maier and Louise Lacroix are also noted.

Practice head(s):

Vanessa Bouchara


Other key lawyers:

Adèle Maier; Louise Lacroix


Testimonials

‘Breadth of expertise – the firm’s expertise not only spans trade marks and designs, but also copyright, and other related areas of law.’

‘Consistently high standard of service – both partners and employees / fee earners deliver a consistently high level of service on a rapid turnaround.

‘Cabinet Bouchara is our single trusted contact for all IP matters in France. When referring work to them we can trust it will be handled with a high degree of expertise.’

Work highlights


CMS Francis Lefebvre

The team at CMS Francis Lefebvre regularly handles trademark infringement litigation, protection actions as well as the drafting and negotiation of agreements. The group also provides support to the firm's tax team on the reorganisation of IP portfolios. Sabine Rigaud, who is able to draw on previous experience gained in-house, has a broad advisory and litigation practice.

Practice head(s):

Anne-Laure Villedieu, Jean-Baptiste Thiénot; Florentin Sanson; Sabine Rigaud


Other key lawyers:

Anaïs Arna


Key clients

Advance Publications


Bolton Group


Four Seasons  Hotel George V B.V.


Michelin


Semmaris Marché de Rungis


Work highlights


  • Assists Advance Publications in pre-litigation and customs seizures in relation to the ‘Vogue’ trademark.
  • Assists Semmaris with respect to trademark filing strategy, litigation and agreement drafting.
  • Assists the Four Seasons Hotel George V in its trademark portfolio management and proceedings before the offices.

De Pardieu Brocas Maffei

De Pardieu Brocas Maffei has a comprehensive IP law offering, handling litigation, contract negotiation, distribution and partnership agreement drafting and negotiation. Its broad client base includes companies from the biotechnology, telecoms, textile, luxury goods, automotive and banking sectors. Barbara Levy is the key name.

Practice head(s):

Barbara Levy


Key clients

VALEO


GRANITI FIANDRE


TIMBERLAND GROUP


VF CORPORATION


TOTES ISOTONER


VANS


THE NORTH FACE


CNIM


NAPAPIJRI


BLACKBERRY


VICTORIA’S SECRET


SIEMENS HEALTHCARE


EMERIGE


Work highlights


FÉRAL

Richard Willemant, who is a member of both the Quebec and Paris bars, leads the team at FÉRAL. The group advises on actions to protect trademarks, domain names, designs, anti-counterfeiting actions and regulatory matters, among other work.

Practice head(s):

Richard Willemant


Testimonials

‘The team is always present and available even for very urgent cases. The team is dynamic and attentive to our problems.’

‘Mr. Richard Willemant for his availability and his legal rigor. ’

 

Work highlights


Harlay Avocats

Harlay Avocats advises on the full gamut of intellectual property issues including pre-litigation, management and exploitation of portfolios, as well as litigation before the European and French courts. Sabine Lipovetsky, who has expertise in trademarks and unfair competition issues, and Fabrice Perbost, who is a key name for due diligence supervision, trademark enforcement, domain names, unfair competition and parasitism, are the practice heads.

Practice head(s):

Sabine Lipovetsky; Fabrice Perbost


Key clients

COOPERATIVE ISIGNY SAINTE MERE


Made4aWoman


SETE – Société d’Exploitation de la tour Eiffel


Sipromad


Tereos


Laboratoires Théa


Organisation mondiale du Prix Versailles


City of Dijon


Ovinalp


Work highlights


Jeantet

Jeantet 's practice was bolstered by the arrival of Benjamin May in early 2025 from Aramis. He now jointly heads the practice with Frédéric Sardain . The group has considerable strength handling cross-border litigation and has seen an uptick in matters related to the life sciences, biotech and cosmetics sectors.

Practice head(s):

Benjamin May; Frédéric Sardain


Other key lawyers:

Chloé Chircop


Key clients

Allergan / Abbvie


Lidl


Birkenstock


Vinci


Paylib


Arte Antwerp


Evernex


Cityz Media


Naumy


Parc du Futuroscope


Work highlights


  • Represents the Allergan companies (members of AbbVie) in a complex and worldwide trademark case on their JUVÉDERM trademarks portfolio.
  • Representing Birkenstock in a worldwide dispute related to trademark enforcement advises and infringement of its internationally renowned shoes against various shoes manufacturers
  • Representing Lidl France in several litigations with various IP-related issues.

Joffe & Associés

The team at Joffe & Associés is sought out by clients in the luxury goods and and consulting industries, among others, to assist with the safeguarding of IP matters, including protection and enhancement. Véronique Dahan, who handles litigation and advisory matters and also has expertise in digital marketing matters, and Emilie De Vaucresson, who is notable for assisting with the digital and IT aspects of IP, are the practice heads.

Practice head(s):

Véronique Dahan; Emilie de Vaucresson


Other key lawyers:

Jérémie Leroy-Rinquet


Testimonials

‘Strengths and assets: availability, speed of responses, fluidity of exchanges, sound advice and complete studies. We place this team among our closest and most serious collaborators. We are completely satisfied with the quality of their work. Invoicing is not a problem, it is transparent and fluid.’

‘Véronique Dahan has been of unfailing support and always of great insight, tenacity and precision on all the files entrusted to her.’

‘Jérémie Leroy-Rinquet is very available and responsive in the follow-up of our files, of a helping and meticulous nature.’

Key clients

ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURES ARTS AND SCIENCE


VUARNET


Work highlights


Osmose

Osmose has strong skill sets in contentious matters, particularly in counterfeiting and unfair competition, but also remains a key name for trademark monitoring, prelitigation and IP audits, among other matters. Clients span sectors including consumer products, luxury goods, automotive and insurance. Alexandra Le Corroncq and Alexis Vichnievsky are the practice heads.

Practice head(s):

Alexandra Le Corroncq; Alexis Vichnievsky


Other key lawyers:

Chloé Godinea; Pauline Andre-Antichan


Testimonials

‘The Osmose team has a wide range of skills and experiences, which allows us to approach topics from different angles and find innovative solutions. Furthermore, we recognize the firm’s mode of collaboration, which is also a strong point: simple approach, availability and strength of proposal.’

‘Alexis Vichnievsky and Chloé Godineau are very available, competent and we have no doubt that they will advise us as best as possible and be supportive. They have a pragmatic approach to subjects, which is very appreciable for a company.’

‘Responsive and pragmatic team’

Key clients

Coca-Coca European Partners


Sony Interactive Entertainment France


Picard Surgelés


Renault


Takasago Europe Perfumery Laboratory


CSP Bleu libellule


Schmidt Groupe


Moët Hennessy


OGF


Havas Voyages


Bolton Group


Grevin et compagnie


Mousline


Bel Group


CEF YESSS Electrique


Agir pour l’environnement


Utel Fastlight


Anne & Valentin


Eryma


Sogetrel


DST Production


TV5 Monde


H2V


Samsolar


Orveda


Coty


Chocolaterie de Bourgogne


McCann Interpublic


Préfon


Coca-Cola Services France


Work highlights


  • Assisted Coca-Cola Services France in trademarks and design exploitation and defence.
  • Assisted Sony Interactive Entertainment and  Playstation in trademarks and design litigation.
  • Assisted Picard Surgelés in trademark litigation.

Valther

Valther excels in advising clients on the full gamut of IP issues and regularly handles contentious and non-contentious work including strategic advice, registrations, oppositions, agreement negotiations and drafting. The team has notable experience handling matters with a nexus to Africa. Clients include companies from the hospitality, sports, museum, luxury fashion, music and wine industries. Co-heads Xavier Près and Vincent Varet lead the team and also handle transactional work and portfolio management. Clara Molinier and Valentine Roy are also key names at the firm.

Practice head(s):

Xavier Près; Vincent Varet


Other key lawyers:

Clara Molinier; Valentine Roy


Testimonials

‘Very responsive, very professional team, providing very sound advice.’

‘Vincent Varet and Valentine Roy are very available and provide very high quality advice and service.’

‘Precise, responsive, pragmatic team.’

 

Key clients

Ville de Vichy


Sports Events 365


On Air


Philharmonie des enfants


Réunion des Musées nationaux Grand-Palais Champs Élysées


Rambo Entertainment


Fédération nationale des collectivités concédantes et régies (FNCCR)


Work highlights


Bessis Avocats

Bessis Avocats

Practice head(s):

Philippe Bessis


Testimonials

‘Perfect knowledge of IP. Perfect organization of the firm and speed of responses and advice. ’

 

Work highlights


Bignon Lebray

Practice head(s):

Nicolas Moreau


Work highlights


Deprez Guignot Associés

Practice head(s):

Vincent Fauchoux; Frédéric Dumont


Key clients

RICHEMONT


PUIG


FEDERATION FRANÇAISE DE LA HAUTE-COUTURE ET DU PRÊT A PORTER


CARTIER


LANCÔME


VAN CLEEF & ARPELS


VILTIER


CHANEL


M6


PIERRE CARDIN


Work highlights


Derriennic Associés

Derriennic Associés

Practice head(s):

Jérémy Cardenas


Other key lawyers:

Léa Saint-Jalmes; Eugénie Lebelle


Testimonials

‘Jérémy Cardenas and Eugénie Lebelle are a true reference in terms of trademarks for non-profit organizations and copyright. Their in-depth knowledge of the constantly evolving regulations in these areas make them essential advisors. Whether for the registration and protection of a new trademark, or for the management of copyright, Jérémy Cardenas perfectly masters the legal subtleties. He anticipates changes and knows how to advise his clients precisely. They can therefore sign the documents he transmits with complete peace of mind, assured that their organization is perfectly protected.’

‘Strong IP team for both contentious and non-contentious matters, with great knowlegde in cross-boarder litigation’

‘Jéremy Cardenas, a very skilled and experienced IP expert and litigator with strong tactical skills Léa Saint-Jalmes, a rising star in the IP scene, very responsive and with a deep knowledgde’

Key clients

OVHcloud


Champagne Lanson


Champagne Chanoine Frères depuis 1730


Maison Burtin depuis 1933


Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté


MIP


20 Minutes France


Agilent Technologies, Inc.


Ecole Normale Supérieure


HEC (Paris)


Colas SA


Silvr group


Sciences Po (Paris)


Impossible Foods


Livea Sanitaire


Work highlights


DS Avocats

Practice head(s):

Catherine Verneret


Key clients

DECATHLON


EK FRANCE


LE HIBOU


PRIMO IMMOBILIERS


CARREFOUR


ENEDIS


O’TACOS


MANUFACTURE JOSEPH DUCLOS


SNCF


LE LOUVRE


E-SY COM LA POSTE


EASYFACTORY


AFNIC


NCDSM


TOMBAREL


Work highlights


Eversheds Sutherland (France) LLP

Practice head(s):

Gaetan Cordier


Key clients

Danone


Vinted


Sprecher Berrier Group of Companies (SBGC)


Work highlights


FIDAL

Practice head(s):

Laurence Dreyfuss Bechmann; Thibaud Lelong; Karine Etienne; Caroline Jouven; Juliette Robin Vernay; Nadège Lemarchand


Other key lawyers:

Alexandre Novak; Natacha Laine


Testimonials

‘The Fidal team is competent, responsive and very available to its customers’ requests. It is very easy to work with them.’

‘Karine Etienne supervises the relationship with the teams very efficiently. Our main and regular contacts are Alexandre Novak and Natacha Laine who perfectly ensure the follow-up of our files.’

Key clients

LENTILLES


FICHORGA


METEO JOB


GMP GÉNÉRALE MAATSCHAPPIJ VOOR PLASTIEK INTERNATIONAAL NV


Work highlights


  • Assisting FICHORGA in trademark litigation (drafting of the writ of summons, briefs, pleadings), pre-trial and trial
  • Assisting GMP GÉNÉRALE MAATSCHAPPIJ VOOR PLASTIEK INTERNATIONAAL NV in the management of litigation regarding an infringement of filed designs

Franklin

Practice head(s):

Sandra Strittmatter


Testimonials

‘Excellent team around Sandra Strittmatter.’

‘Sandra Strittmatter is an excellent lawyer. Her past experience in business allows her to have a very concrete approach to cases for the client. She always has the “business” aspect in mind in the issues she examines. In her practice as a lawyer, Sandra Strittmatter is thus a true “business partner”, she knows how to take into account the commercial, marketing and communication aspects to deliver an adapted service. Finally, Sandra Strittmatter is perfectly comfortable in transnational cases (in particular with the US, the UK, Germany and Italy).’

‘The team around Sandra Strittmatter is experienced enough to handle important cases but still young enough to be hungry and punchy. A very good choice.’

‘Sandra Strittmatter is very experienced in high-end litigation cases. Her strong command of the English and German language make her a very versatile IP lawyer for trans-border cases.’

‘Sandra Strittmatter is a very competent and reliable colleague. She is always available, ready for any brainstorming without counting the minutes. She does not loose sight of the economic dimensions of a case.’

‘A small, very responsive team with extensive expertise in the field of IP and trademark and copyright law in particular.’

‘Sandra Strittmatter is characterised by a great deal of expertise in the luxury sector and in particular wines & spirits. She provides tailor-made advice and knows how to adapt to the needs of the client.’

‘Perfect knowledge of the market, pragmatism and responsiveness.’

Key clients

Martell & Co


Champagne Perrier-Jouët


Airwair International Limited


Siemens SAS


Work highlights


  • Advising Martell & Co and Champagne Perrier-Jouët on a regular basis on contract and IP law in the context of marketing and communication related agreements.
  • Advising Airwair International Limited on the protection and enforcement of its IP rights in France.
  • Advising Siemens SAS on a regular basis in relation to IP law.

Grant Thornton Société d’Avocats

Practice head(s):

Natalia Moya Fernandez


Other key lawyers:

Charlotte Gendron


Testimonials

‘This IP firm stands out for its deep technical expertise, particularly in emerging fields having a team highly specialized, with experts holding advanced degrees in relevant disciplines, which enhances their ability to navigate complex IP matters effectively.’

‘Clients value the firm’s strengths in managing cross-border IP portfolios and its proven litigation success. The firm’s client-focused approach, combining business insight with legal strategy, sets it apart. The team’s responsiveness and ability to collaborate effectively across global offices are key assets.’

‘Compared to other firms, this practice excels in handling intricate issues and offers a strong combination of litigation experience and legal expertise.’

Key clients

Fondation Des Alliances Francaises


Bayard and Milan Presse


Fremantlemedia France


Carmignac Gestion


Domaine La Courtade


Work highlights


Herald Avocats

Practice head(s):

Nathalie Moullé-Berteaux


Other key lawyers:

Richard Milchior; Clémence de Margerie


Testimonials

‘We highly recommend the law Firm Herald Avocats for the prestigious listing. The firm has consistently demonstrated excellence in trademark practice and positioning themselves as a leader in the legal industry.’

‘Same as for copyright, its main assets lie in its diversity of skills, exemplary responsiveness and a collaborative approach which promote rapid and efficient handling of complex cases.’

‘Very professional and innovative team in its relationship with its environment via conferences which integrate Intellectual Property more broadly into the overall daily life of companies.’

‘ Ms. Moullé Berteaux is an excellent lawyer with excellent experience as a senior in-house legal counsel within leading global companies, where she provides high-level legal and strategic advice.’

‘Initiative and creativity.’

‘Very professional and excellent advice!’

‘Within the Herald firm, I work mainly, as far as intellectual property is concerned, with Nathalie Moullé-Berteaux’s team. It is a very dynamic team, very involved and very strong on legal issues. ’

‘Rigorous work, specialization in the field of intellectual property, ease of communication and adaptation to the needs of the client and employees, responsiveness.’

Key clients

GOYARD Saint-Honoré


Publicis Groupe


Ahlers Ag (Cardin)


Bernardaud


Villa Paolina


Cosfibel Groupe


Les Bains & Les Bains Guerbois


Société Nationale Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM)


Institut Jean Monnet


Leko Labs


Perles d’Histoire


Studio Bleu (Mazarine)


Vaincourt


#JamaisSansElles


AB Copains


Jade Genin


Jeff Koons


Service catholique des funérailles


L’Art dans la Ville


Work highlights


Klein Wenner

Practice head(s):

Laurent Badiane; Matthieu Bourgeois


Other key lawyers:

Sophie de Kermenguy


Testimonials

‘Very nice team, very complementary and at the forefront of the various new developments in the field.’

‘Laurent Badiane, Mathieu Bourgois and their collaborator Sophie de Kermenguy. Very available and adapting to the needs of customers (including their colleagues) as well as their constraints, the team provides pragmatic and, if necessary, highly technical solutions.’

‘We noticed the manner the whole team took time to explain to us, in clear terms, what the collaboration will be. How they can be of help and where we needed to amend our policies. Various individuals relayed in giving us timely advise in different points. The reactions were prompt, be it via email, phone calls or WhatsApp. The invoices and pending payments were sent in a clear and transparent way, that made us plan our payments accordingly and reminders helped our team to react. ’

Key clients

Artizans app of photo video background


Archery SAS


Cités et Gouvernements Locaux Unis d’Afrique


Compagnie Française de la Grande Chartreuse


Groupement des Industries Françaises Aéronautiques et Spatiales


Spliiit


Unéo


SPOT


Cewe


Orlade


Zeturf


Work highlights


  • Assisting Artizans app of photo video background with the overall management of the company’s trademark strategy by filing international and local trademarks (China, USA, UK, etc.) and making opposition to trademarks in third countries.

Lavoix

Practice head(s):

Camille Pecnard;


Key clients

APPLE CORPS LIMITED


STOKKE / BABYZEN


REMORAN OY


LESAFFRE


ISSEY MIYAKE


LABORATOIRES POUPINA


SYNDICAT NATIONAL DU CHOCOLAT


CEMOI


FLEXLINK


INITIAL


Work highlights


Norton Rose Fulbright

Practice head(s):

Nadège Martin;


Key clients

Financière des Paiements Electroniques


Entoma


Arval Service Lease SA


BNP Paribas SA


Fair Isaac Corporation


BGL BNP Paribas


Crédit Agricole SA


Groupe Beaumanoir


Egis SA


Seqens SA


Adler Modemärkte AG


Société Générale


Electronic Arts


Work highlights


  • Managing BNPP SA and BNPP SA’s affiliates trademark portfolio worldwide and assisting and representing BNP Paribas SA for its all pre-contentious and contentious issues related to trademark issues.
  • Representing Adler Modemärkte AG, a German retailer, with the enforcement of its various “Adler” and “Eagle” in France.
  • Assisting Crédit Agricole SA in a pending Trademark litigation matter against a network of estate agencies which unlawfully uses one of its trademarks.

Racine

Racine

Practice head(s):

Charles Bouffier; Eric Barbry


Testimonials

‘Racine is great at understanding needs, analyzing risks, advising by really putting itself in the client’s shoes and defending the client’s interests.’

‘Éric Barbry: Very good knowledge of the case, quick in analysis and advice, very good macro and micro vision.’

‘We particularly appreciate the team because they fully understand our challenges, our context, are great listeners and ultimately provide us with relevant and pragmatic answers.’

‘The person on the team that we particularly appreciate is Eric Barbry. Eric is a multi-faceted lawyer, very attentive to our needs and very relevant in the help he provides us.’

Key clients

Frogwares


Netflix


Work highlights


  • Providing Gaussin with advice, assistance, and representation in all issues and legal actions relating to the opening of the client’s safeguard procedure. Including an audit of all the intellectual property rights held by Gaussin, which include several trademarks.

Squadra Avocats

Squadra Avocats

Practice head(s):

Alexandre Tessonneau; Jean-Baptiste Belin


Key clients

EDITIONS ANIMEES


MARTINGALE


HID GLOBAL


MBI HOLDINGS


GROUPE BATTEUR


PARIS WINE COMPANY


Work highlights


Squire Patton Boggs

Practice head(s):

Catherine Muyl;


Key clients

Mobiwire


Work highlights


  • Mobiwire’s IP counsel since its creation, 13 years ago, including advising Mobiwire in negotiating strategic agreements such as license agreements or supply agreements.

Stephenson Harwood

Practice head(s):

Boriana Guimberteau;


Work highlights


  • Assisting, a British online fashion and cosmetic retailer, in multiple pre-litigation trademark matters and in the protection of its trademark rights portfolio.
  • Advising a consumer health company in its strategy to protect its trademark and design rights in France and to defend its rights against competitors in relation to well-known toothpaste products.
  • Advising a French contemporary artist since 2015 on the restructuring of the group of companies, and more particularly on the valuation of his intellectual property assets, including trademarks, designs and copyright, and advising on the strategy for additional registrations.