At Bird & Bird, the practice is sought after by clients in the fashion and retail sectors, among other areas included in the luxury goods industry, for its solid track record in handling contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice co-head Massimiliano Mostardini has expertise in trade mark work and brings extensive experience in assisting with trade mark protection and portfolio cases, while practice co-head Rita Tardiolo advises on competition-related issues. Practice co-head Giovanni Galimberti is well versed in handling a broad range of IP work. The group is equally adept at assisting with tax litigation and restructuring mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very good team of problem solvers.’
- ‘Massimiliano Mostardini is an outstanding professional.’
- ‘The team has proven to be highly proactive and responsive, consistently bringing regulatory updates to our attention in a timely and strategic manner. They demonstrate a clear understanding of what matters most to clients and how legal developments can impact their business. Their ability to anticipate relevant issues and translate them into actionable insights is truly valuable.’
- ‘Rita Tardiolo stands out as a highly approachable and client-focused partner. She is consistently attentive to client needs and demonstrates a proactive attitude that adds real value. Her deep expertise in her field, combined with her ability to anticipate relevant legal developments and their potential impact on the business, makes her a trusted and strategic advisor.’
Key clients
- Crocs
- La Rinascente
- Marcolin
- Ralph Lauren
- Renè Caovilla
- Solgar - Hino
- VF International
- VF Italia
Practice head
Massimiliano Mostardini; Rita Tardiolo; Giovanni Galimberti
Other key lawyers
Daniele De Angelis