Dr Burkhart Goebel > Hogan Lovells International LLP > Madrid, Spain > Lawyer Profile

Hogan Lovells International LLP
Paseo de la Castellana 77
Planta 16
28046 Madrid
Spain

Work Department

Intellectual Property, Media and Technology

Position

Burkhart Goebel helps clients navigate the challenging seas of complex cross-border and multiple jurisdiction IP litigation. In his 20 years of experience, he has pleaded or acted as instructing counsel before senior courts in almost every jurisdiction in Europe, handling some of the largest multiple jurisdiction disputes in the history of IP litigation. He constantly draws on the experience and insights gained from these different jurisdictions to make each case a success. He knows how to avoid surprises – he’s seen where the pitfalls lie and guides clients around them. Rare among IP litigators, Burkhart has particular expertise in IP-related public international law. Working closely with offices from Spain to Russia adds to his deep understanding of a wide range of legal issues and jurisdictions.

Career

1997 admitted as a solicitor; 2002 Partner Hogan Lovells; Global Head of IP, Media & Technology Practice Area.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Education

Dr. iur., University of Freiburg, 2000

Visiting Scholar, Stanford Law School, 1996

Second State Exam in Law, Freiburg, 1995

LL.M., London School of Economics, 1993

First State Exam in Law, University of Freiburg, 1991

Lawyer Rankings

Spain > Intellectual property: patents

Hogan Lovells (Alicante) SL & Cia has a 40-strong group of IP lawyers across its offices in Spain, and is well versed in patent, design, copyright and trademark infringement litigation and enforcement actions. It is particularly well known for its strong credentials in cross-border litigation. IP litigator Burkhart Goebel in Madrid and key partner Imogen Fowler in Alicante oversee the IP, media and technology group, in which Madrid-based partners Ana Castedo and Inmaculada Lorenzo are standout practitioners. Castedo is a name to note for tech, pharma and chemical companies engaged in contentious patent matters, while Lorenzo stands out for her experience in the life sciences and TMT sectors.