María Cadarso
ElzaburuElzaburu‘s large and versatile IP group is frequently involved in the largest and most high-profile trade mark disputes, though it also handles prosecution work through specialist partner Luis Baz. Legal and business head Javier Fernández-Lasquetty and anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy expert Juan José Caselles also play central roles in the practice. Enrique Armijo provides essential support in unfair competition cases. Up-and-coming partner Carlos Morán and associate María Cadarso are also active in major trade mark disputes. Honorary partner Antonio Castán retired from the firm in 2023. The firm is widely acknowledged as a leader in the protection of rights at all levels, with extensive experience in acting before the higher courts, including the Supreme Court.
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Testimonials
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- 'Proactive and efficient team. Analysis and brand strategy developed and adapted to the client.'
- 'Very available. Always aware of the client and their needs.'
- ‘Knowledge of the subject. Very good professionals in intellectual and industrial property.’
‘Very executive and practical. In addition to the speed in responding to queries.’
‘The Elzaburu team is available 24/7. They stand out for their professionalism and for satisfying our demands regardless of the proximity of deadlines. They always advise us, giving us the best options for action in any case.’
‘The attorneys foster a friendly environment while remaining very professional.'
Key clients
- Champagne
- Conde Nast
- Crossfit
- Dunkin Coffee
- Formula 1
- Frank Sinatra
- GAP
- Hard Rock Café
- IKEA
- Jellysmack
- John Deere
- Mahou
- McDonald’s
- Meliá
- MGA Entertainment
- Moroccanoil
- NBA
- Nissan
- Ornua
Work highlights
- Representing CrossFit LLC in the defense of its CrossFit and Forging Elite Fitness trade marks in Spain against gyms and sports clothing and equipment retailers that have not signed the necessary license.
- Took part in the “Biloba Operation”, a joint intervention by Customs Authorities, the Tax Agency, the National Police and the Municipal Police of Madrid, in which 101,894 counterfeit mobile phones and mobile phone accessories were seized, with a market value of more than €4.2m.
- Designed and implemented a market control strategy for live shows based on characters from Paramount's cartoon series.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Juan José Caselles
ElzaburuPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Luis Baz, Enrique Armijo, Javier Fernández-Lasquetty, Juan José Caselles