Noted by a client as the 'best law firm in Spain for patent litigation matters', Grau & Angulo excels in injunction proceedings, infringement matters and counterclaims involving pharmaceutical patents. The group is capable of handling contentious matters at the domestic and European levels, and acts for an expanding client roster featuring names from the life sciences, energy and telecoms sectors, among others. Patent litigator Javier Huarte, a key contact for pharma clients, and telecoms patent specialist Jesús Arribas co-lead the group alongside cross-border litigation authority Alejandro Angulo and Ignacio Pontijas, who concentrates on litigation involving the pharma sector. The firm also benefits from the aptitude of Ignacio Marqués, who focuses on cross-border litigation and licensing agreements. Ana-Laura Morales stands out for her expertise in mechanical and electronic patents, assisting companies with both contentious and non-contentious matters, while José Calvo is especially active in life sciences-related IP issues.
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Témoignages
Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.
‘Grau & Angulo is the best law firm in Spain for patent litigation matters.’
‘Among the lawyers at Grau & Angulo, Ignacio Marqués stands out. It is a real pleasure to work with him, he knows how to put himself in the client's shoes, and is able to understand technical issues. I would highlight his ability to work as a team and to interact with patent agents.’
‘The team is extremely capable and experienced in handling complex pharma patent and regulatory matters.’
‘They are known for their in-depth knowledge of the life sciences market and service many clients.’
‘Javier Huarte and Ignacio Pontijas are specialised in and well known for their knowledge of the life sciences industry.’
‘They are really well connected.’
Clients clés
- Viatris
- Xiaomi
- Sandoz
- Teva
- Two Way Media
- Kern Pharma
- Neuraxpharm
- Zentiva
- Stada
- Ulma Manutención
Points forts
- Defending Viatris and Glenmark in a patent infringement case brought by Novartis relating to the blockbuster oral fingolimod for the treatment of multiple sclerosis.
- Advised Two Way Media in relation to patent infringement actions brought against the global telecoms giant Telefonica Group for its exploitation of its Movistar + TV service.
- Representing FIFA in a patent infringement action relating to the use of the Video Assisted Referee technology.
Avocats
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Responsable de la pratique
Javier Huarte; Jesús Arribas; Alejandro Angulo; Ignacio Pontijas
Autres avocats clés
Ignacio Marqués; Ana-Laura Morales; José Calvo