Strongly focused on the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, the intellectual property and copyright team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Studio Legale is noted for its activity in complex and often cross-border patent litigation. Led by ‘outstanding’ patents expert and life sciences specialist Laura Orlando, the team also boasts strong competencies in trade mark and copyright matters, contentious and otherwise. Other key team members include seasoned IP litigator Pietro Pouché, and ’versatile’ Sara Balice, who is also an experienced patent litigation specialist. Annamaria Algieri is a key contact for non-contentious trade mark advisory work, Giulia Maienza and Spartak Kodra both come highly recommended for a range of litigious services, and Martina Maffei boasts notable experience aiding clients in the life sciences and food sectors. Emily Bottle is another name to note.
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Practice head
Laura Orlando
Other key lawyers
Pietro Pouché; Sara Balice; Annamaria Algieri; Giulia Maienza; Spartak Kodra; Martina Maffei; Emily Bottle