The trade marks department of the boutique firm Armengaud Guerlain is a prominent player in the market, providing robust defence for a diverse client base consisting of both French and international clients, including blue-chip companies, SMEs, and individuals spanning five continents. The department is co-led by the firm’s founder and former president of AAPI, Stéphane Guerlain, along with Catherine Mateu, the founder of the international and Ibero-American desks. This dynamic team possesses extensive expertise in cross-border litigation and contract matters, with a proven track record in handling issues related to infringement, disputes over intellectual property ownership, as well as due diligence and licensing concerns. Marguerite Higgons, who specialises in soft IP litigation, left in July 2023 to found her own IP boutique.
Key clients
- STUDYRAMA
- L’OCCITANE
Work highlights
- Acting for plaintiff in trade mark cancellation action.
- Representing a film studio in the defense of its famous logo in proceedings against the French trade mark's office.