The team at LGV Avvocati Studio Legale works under the joint leadership of copyright expert Simona Lavagnini, flexible IP practitioner Luigi Goglia, and the ‘efficient and reliable’ Tankred Thiem, who is dual-qualified to practice in Germany. The IP practice encompasses cross-border litigation regarding patents and know-how, design and trade mark matters, domain name disputes and counterfeiting, brand protection strategies, and other non-contentious matters for a diverse client base. In terms of copyright, the team is highly active advising on compliance, regulatory matters, strategy and disputes, handling work for clients in key innovative and creative sectors such as software, broadcasting and media. Alessandro Bura is another key name.
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‘The team excels by combining specialised expertise, client-first service, and an innovative, technology-enhanced approach. These qualities differentiate it from competitors by offering both deep insights and a forward-thinking, agile approach to solving client challenges. Clients seeking partners who are not just experts but who also bring fresh ideas and adapt quickly to changing needs will find value in what the team offers.’
‘The individuals I work with stand out because of their combination of technical expertise, client dedication, innovative thinking, and personal integrity. They approach challenges collaboratively and with a proactive mindset, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions that go beyond the surface level.’
‘The IP teams stand out for its responsiveness, professionalism and ability to deliver high-quality solutions.'
‘I have had the pleasure of working with Luigi Goglia on several intellectual property matters and am greatly impressed by his expertise, combined with an unmatched personal commitment to his colleagues and clients. Luigi demonstrates a rare blend of technical knowledge and strategic thinking which clearly leads to outstanding results. I have approached Luigi several times to obtain his counsel on IP matters. I have found him to be approachable and responsive, always providing clear and actionable advice.'
‘Luigi Goglia and his team at LGV have strong expertise in the field of IP, in particular on trade mark, design and patent judicial matters. Luigi Goglia and his team are also brilliant with trade mark and design matters.’
‘The people I work with at LGV are Luigi Goglia and Alessandro Bura, both with strong experience with patent, trade mark and design judicial matters.’
‘The office is special because of its international organisation and very good knowledge of the industry.’
‘Tankred Thiem is a unique lawyer. Very responsive and smart.'
Key clients
- Gioielli di Valenza S.p.A.
- International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)
- FORVET S.p.A.
- WiQO SPA
- Biesse Spa
- Value Plus
Work highlights
- Assisted Forvet in search order proceedings and proceedings claiming patent and know-how violation.
- Defended Steriladria as a third party against a plaintiff who requested a search order to gather documents aimed at proving the absence of a patent violation.
- Assisted Iberpulp in trade mark nullity proceedings before the Enterprise Court of Milan.
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Practice head
Simona Lavagnini; Luigi Goglia; Tankred Thiem
Other key lawyers
Alessandro Bura