
Baker McKenzie houses a team of lawyers experienced across the full spectrum of copyright work, including strategy, litigation, and prosecution. The practice frequently advises a range of high-profile clients in the tech, life sciences, and retail sectors. Leadership is shared among José María Méndez, who has a strong track record advising national and international clients in the media, entertainment, and tech industries; Íñigo Gené, who divides his time between the Barcelona and London offices; and Silvia Sáenz de Ormijana, who focuses on IP litigation and contractual matters. María Dolores Garayalde is skilled in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters, while Pelayo Puente has a wealth of experience advising domestic and international clients on copyright and media law.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- ‘Baker's IP team in Madrid is among the best in Spain: a sure bet. You know your case is in the best hands. I would highlight their commitment to understanding the specifics of each case in order to offer the most personalised advice possible.’
- ‘Pelayo Puente is a valuable member of the team, highly competent and with great potential.’
Key clients
- Allegion Plc.
- Asabys Top Up Fund, FCR
- Bacthera AG
- Elastofirm BV
- EW Group
- Portobello Capital
- Sabadell Asabys Health Innovation Investments S.C.R., S.A.
- Siemens, S.A.
- Sofinnova Capital X
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
José María Méndez; Iñigo Gené; Silvia Sáenz de Ormijana
Other key lawyers
María Dolores Garayalde; Pelayo Puente

