With extensive experience in patent prosecution and litigation, Elzaburu is a popular choice for clients from the retail, aerospace, and automotive sectors, among others. The group is well positioned to advise on the management and protection of Spanish and European patents. Ruth Sánchez, who was promoted in January 2024, excels in patent registration and litigation matters. She co-leads the department alongside patent enforcement specialist Enrique Armijo and Javier Fernández-Lasquetty, who handles a variety of IP litigation cases. Francisco Javier Sáez and Pedro Saturio are key contacts for patent prosecution, providing guidance on drafting, prosecuting, and defending applications. Juan José Caselles departed the firm in July 2024.

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Key clients

  • Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
  • Laboratorios Farmaceuticos Rovi

Work highlights

  • Advising Polytechnic University of Madrid on patent prosecution matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ruth Sánchez, Enrique Armijo, Javier Fernández-Lasquetty

Other key lawyers

Francisco Javier Saez, Pedro Saturio