Withers Studio Legale has a particular specialism in the technology sector, though its team of experienced practitioners is equipped to advise a wide range of clients spanning fashion and luxury, food and beverage, electronics and software, as well as entertainment and multimedia. Head of the team Jacopo Liguori notably focuses on complex cross-border litigation, and advises on filing, prosecution, exploitation and enforcement of IP rights, while Carlo Alberto Demichelis specialises in anti-counterfeiting, cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Another key contact is Tommaso La Scala, noted for his expertise in trademarks, domain names, designs, patents, copyright and unfair competition.

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  • 'I had the opportunity to collaborate with professional people always ready to advise and support you in the best way possible.'
  • 'Withers has several professionals with different areas of expertise so that, according to your needs, they know how to help you.'
  • 'Carlo Alberto Demichelis has built a team that works in strong synergy, is attentive to the issues submitted to them and able to ensure efficiency and quality. Through coordination with professionals in other countries, the same level of assistance is guaranteed both nationally and internationally.'
  • 'Especially appreciated is the availability, both by e-mail and telephone, of Attorney Demichelis, and the professionals who work with him. I also found thorough expertise and particular accuracy and thoroughness in the communications and explanations drafted by him.'

Key clients

  • Marchesi Frescobaldi
  • Meda-Vita SpA
  • Borsalino SpA
  • Drive Represents Ltd
  • KFI
  • Knowunity
  • Haeres Capital SA

Work highlights

  • Advised Frescobaldi in relation to its purchase of a winery in Oregon, USA.
  • Assisted Meda-vita with the definition and implementation of its worldwide trademark strategy, filings and prosecutions.
  • Assisted Borsalino in worldwide trademark filing strategy and any prosecutions involved.

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Practice head

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Jacopo Liguori, Carlo Alberto Demichelis