Praised for its ‘unique’ industry experience, Simmons & Simmons excels in assisting with the full gamut of IP work within the sector, in addition to product liability and marketing issues. Jointly leading the team, the ’outstanding’ Stefania Bergia is recommended for her broad knowledge of patent, trade mark, and trade secret matters, and Giulio Enrico Sironi primarily handles cross-border IP disputes. Having joined the group from BonelliErede in March 2024, practice co-head Vincenzo Salvatore and Giuseppe Ragucci contribute their vast regulatory expertise.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Competence, professionalism, timeliness and attention to the needs of the corporate customer.’

  • ‘Stefania Bergia is an outstanding lawyer, she is able to provide excellent legal advice, which helps to master even very complex situations. She is a brilliant teacher and is able to explain the legal framework of the presented case in a way that makes said situation immediately comprehensible even for non-experts in the field.’

  • ‘A very strong team with excellent knowledge of the local market.’

  • ‘Mauro Teresi brings deep knowledge and experience to matters, trustable and dependable.’

  • ‘What makes S&S unique is the excellent teamwork, their dedication and commitment to client success. This collaborative spirit fosters a supportive and efficient environment that is evident in the quality of service delivered. They maintain open and honest communication with the client and provide clear and concise legal advice.’

  • ‘They are client-oriented, show a willingness to negotiate economically, and do not compromise on the quality of the service they offer. ’

  • ‘The team consists of professionals with unique experience in the pharma industry with an ability to not only respond quickly to the needs of society but also provide valuable support’

  • ‘Vincenzo Salvatore is a professional with a unique profile in the field of law firms. His great experience and availability make him a key partner for the firm, which finds in him a valuable interlocutor.’

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Stefania Bergia, Giulio Enrico Sironi, Vincenzo Salvatore

Other key lawyers

Giuseppe Ragucci, Mauro Teresi