Intellectual property

Hogan Lovells International LLP

Led by seasoned trade mark expert Luigi Mansani, Hogan Lovells International LLP’s highly experienced team provides a comprehensive IP service. Within the firm’s multi-sector and multi-jurisdiction practice, particular strengths in the Italian luxury, fashion, and consumer sectors and life sciences space are clear. The team also has expertise in dealing with pan-European patent litigation and represents clients at the Unified Patent Court. Giovanni Ghirardi leads the team on various cross-border issues, notably in the patent, trade mark, and design fields, and Maria Luigia Franceschelli advises on a wide array of issues for a roster of high-profile clients in the luxury and fashion sectors. Maria Luce Piattelli comes highly recommended for transactional matters, strategic brand counselling and complex trademark and design. Alessandra Pannozzo and Francesco Banterle are further names to note.

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Testimonials

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‘Solid team. Very knowledgeable.’
‘Giovanni Ghiarardi knows his stuff.'
‘An excellent team that is always ready to support with practical advice which takes into account business needs. Opinions are always well-structured.'
‘Alessandra Pannozzo and Giovanni Ghirardi are excellent lawyers and their advice is practical, not theoretical. They have a business mindset and are always ready to support effectively and in a timely manner. Their legal strategy is tailored to the client’s strategy and needs.'
‘I work with some of their attorneys and see that they have synergic competencies and work well together. When teamwork is needed, it comes out strong.’
‘The individuals I know are very competent, and understand the technology and the needs of the clients. Luigi Mansani and Giovanni Ghirardi are top senior IP lawyers. Giovanni Trabucco is a very competent and promising associate.’

Key clients

Arper
Balich Wonder Studio
Etro
Juventus
Lanxess
Marni
Meril Life Sciences
Novamont
Starbucks Corporation

Work highlights

Assisted Etro in developing a new global IP strategy following a change of management.
Assisting Meril Life Sciences PVT. Ltd. in a pan-European patent infringement and unfair competition.

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