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BMG Avocats Offices
8C AVENUE DE CHAMPEL
PO BOX 385
1211 GENEVA 12
Switzerland
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Switzerland > Intellectual property Tier 3
Described as being ‘packed with experience', the intellectual property team at BMG Avocats is co-led by Sylvie Gurry Veit and Anne-Virginie La Spada. The practice offers services both nationally and internationally in relation to protecting and enforcing trade mark and design rights, along with copyright and trade secret issues, and and also handles disputes work - both judicial and arbitral.Practice head(s):
Sylvie Gurry-Veit; Anne-Virginie La Spada
Testimonials
‘Their knowledge of the Swiss trademark market is excellent. Apart from this, they also had a good understanding of international trademark laws and technology. In our case, there was a dispute regarding software and framework trademarks.’
‘Anne-Virginie La Spada was exceptional in both her professionalism and kindness. We felt we were on the same team, even though it’s the first time we work together.’
‘Highly specialised and experienced.’
‘Anne-Virginie La Spada: Sound and concise advice both in prosecution and litigation matters.’
‘Well regarding IP practice packed with experience.’
‘Sylvie Gurry-Veit and Anne-Virginie La Spada are our principal contacts. Both are leading IP lawyers, both on the protection and enforcement side. They are practical, commercial, deeply knowledgeable and provide a top rate client service. I referred one of our big corporate clients to them and they have done a great job.’
Work highlights
- Assisted a major food & beverage company with two parallel arbitration proceedings regarding alleged breaches of trade mark licensing agreements; the total value in dispute exceeds CHF200m.
- Assisted a major player in the watch industry with a design and unfair competition dispute (with cross-border implications) involving a competitor.
- Represented an international client in trade mark infringement litigation involving issues of internet use of a communication app and fraudulent trade mark filing.
Switzerland > Real estate and construction Tier 4
BMG Avocats’ real estate practice focuses on land use planning, rental and lease contracts, and construction projects. The firm advises clients on a range of issues including environmental law, contract negotiation and disputes, acting for a range of clients including institutional investors, commercial parties, and public entities. The practice is headed by Isabelle Salomé Daïna and Nicolas Wisard.Practice head(s):
Isabelle Salomé Daïna; Nicolas Wisard
Testimonials
‘The advice given is of high added value compared to other firms with which we have had to collaborate. The firm’s commitment is also flawless. These two key elements of success mean that we regularly mandate this firm.’
‘Knowledge of cases at your fingertips, excellent ability to react and counter the arguments of the opposing party during hearings and during unforeseen events. Me Isabelle Salomé Daïna is extremely efficient.’
Work highlights
Lawyer Profiles
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Me Lydia Alberini - Orcel | Associate | View Profile | |
Me Guillaume Fatio | Partner | View Profile | |
Me Frédéric Gabus | Associate Specialist SBA Labour Law | View Profile | |
Mrs Sylvie Gurry-Veit | Founder | View Profile | |
Me Manuel Isler | Partner | View Profile | |
Me Anne-Virginie La Spada | Partner | View Profile | |
Me Mimoza Lekiqi | Associate | View Profile | |
Carolina Moreno | Associate | View Profile | |
Me Bettina Navratil | Associate | View Profile | |
Me Gwénaël Perriere | Associate | View Profile |
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