With extensive expertise across prosecution, enforcement, and advisory work, Bird & Bird‘s IP practice is geared to handle a broad range of high-profile and consequential patent mandates. The group regularly works with clients from the pharmaceuticals, aviation, and manufacturing sectors. José Miguel Lissén, a seasoned patent litigator with extensive experience in SEP/FRAND disputes, and Mariano Santos, who focuses on prosecution and enforcement mandates, jointly assume leadership responsibilities. Manuel Lobato stands out for his multijurisdictional work, while Antonio Cueto focuses on the retail and fashion industries, primarily advising on contentious matters. Cintia Bernhardt acts primarily for clients from the TMT, e-commerce, and life sciences sectors.
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- ‘Close and permanent contact to know the technical aspects of the matters perfectly, allowing them to make a more complete and sophisticated legal defence.’
- ‘The team is proactive and open to the discussion of new ideas.’
- ‘The team provided feedback immediately for our inquiries regarding Spanish jurisdiction and case law.’
Key clients
- Dexcom
- Bruker Corporation (Formerly Nanostring Technologies)
- Ferroglobe Plc
- Incode Technologies
- Kerry Group
Work highlights
Advised Dexcom on cross-border patent enforcement strategies in Europe concerning its CGM technology.
Advised Bruker Corporation on defending complex biotech patent litigation initiated by Genomic Health Inc., including trial and appeal proceedings before Spanish courts.
Advised Kerry Group on the global management of over 9,000 IP assets, including strategic trade mark positioning and defence against competitor challenges.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
José Miguel Lissén; Mariano Santos
Other key lawyers
Manuel Lobato; Antonio Cueto; Cintia Bernhardt