Mr Giovanni Ghirardi > Hogan Lovells International LLP > Milan, Italy > Lawyer Profile

Hogan Lovells International LLP maintains a stellar reputation in the IP market, acting for leading clients in the telecoms, new tech, pharma and fashion sectors in patent litigation, trademark management, design portfolios, transactional IP works, copyright matters, image rights and advertising issues. Key contacts in the department include Luigi Mansani, who is recognised for his expertise in handling high-profile trademark infringement, copyright and unfair competition cases, and Giovanni Ghirardi, who advises clients on complex IP issues and litigation with cross-border implications. Noted for her knowledge of the fashion and luxury industry, Maria Luigia Franceschelli is also highly recommended. Brand counselling, anti-counterfeit actions and IP transactional works expert Maria Luce Piattelli and Alessandra Pannozzo, who regularly handles complex litigation and commercial matters relating to IP assets in the fashion and luxury, technology, media and telecoms sectors, are other key practitioners in the team.

Hogan Lovells International LLP advises clients on all aspects of the luxury goods sector, from restructuring to compliance to distribution. Giovanni Ghirardi is an expert in IP matters, particularly as regards patents. Andrea Atteritano further complements the practice with his experience in litigation, arbitration and other contentious matters. Marco Rota Candiani and Luca Picone assist in M&A matters affecting the luxury goods industry. Luigi Mansani is also of note. Maria Luce Pittatelli completes the practice with a focus on anti-counterfeit actions, IP transactions and strategic brand counselling.