A specialised IP boutique with well-established market presence, Uhthoff, Gómez Vega & Uhthoff, SC is distinguished by its high-level trade mark and patent registration work, including notable trade dress applications involving colour combinations. The firm also demonstrates considerable strength in IP enforcement through litigation and anti-counterfeiting actions before administrative and judicial authorities. An impressive bench of IP lawyers leads the practice and covers the full spectrum of IP matters. Seasoned attorney Javier Uhthoff-Orive has a leading reputation in the patent space, with established relationships with multinational clients. He is closely supported by Eugenio Pérez, who co-leads patent matters and is highly knowledgeable in the IT and telecoms sector. On the trade mark side, Eryck Castillo is a senior advisor, while Connie González focuses on protection and appeal proceedings. Marcela Bolland is another key contact in trade mark prosecution and related litigation. Saúl Santoyo focuses his practice on litigation and enforcement actions related to IP rights protection, alongside anti-piracy and counterfeiting issues. Xavier Hadad has a broad IP practice that covers advisory, litigation and domain name disputes. Making partner in January 2025, Gerardo Parra brings knowledge of trade mark portfolios and complex filings to the group. Additional individual strength comes from the firm’s pool of senior associates, notably life sciences expert Janett Lumbreras and litigator José Luis Ramos-Zurita.
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‘The Uhthoff, Gómez Vega & Uhthoff SC team is characterised by the quality and efficiency of its advice, accompanied by a detailed understanding of its clients' businesses. This is reflected in its ability to analyse the various variables that contribute to achieving successful results for its clients and developing disruptive legal strategies.
‘Saúl Santoyo, who heads the litigation department, is known for providing strategic and incisive advice to defend his clients' interests. His legal judgment is imbued with a practical and commercial focus, which allows him to understand and adapt to his clients' complex needs. These characteristics clearly differentiate him from his competitors in other law firms.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Javier Uhthoff-Orive
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Marcela Bolland
Connie González
Saul Santoyo
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Xavier Hadad
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Janett Lumbreras
José Luis Ramos-Zurita
Practice head
Javier Uhthoff-Orive; Connie González; Eryck Castillo; Saúl Santoyo; Marcela Bolland; Eugenio Pérez; Xavier Hadad; Gerardo Parra
Other key lawyers
Janett Lumbreras; Manuel López; José Luis Ramos-Zurita