Leveraging its international network, Bird & Bird advises a wide range of domestic and international clients, including those in the pharmaceutical, retail, and manufacturing sectors, on trade mark prosecutions and enforcement proceedings. Leadership is shared by José Miguel Lissén, who specialises in the TMT and life sciences sectors, and Mariano Santos, who covers the full spectrum of trade mark mandates, from prosecution to enforcement, at both domestic and international levels. Manuel Lobato maintains an established practice focused on trade mark litigation in the tech sector, while María Fernández is recognised for her expertise in the media, retail, and pharmaceutical sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The initial legal advice, which was partner-led, on the different courses of action available to us in Spain, merits, and next steps and options, was very good, clear, and accurate. The team achieved our main goal, which was good.’
- ‘Ability to adapt to customer needs.’
- ‘Good technical knowledge, professionally connected and always available.’
- ‘Mariano Santos in prosecution and Antonio Cueto in litigation are specially trusted’
- ‘Customer service is excellent and personalised. It feels more like an in-house department than a partner firm.'
- ‘Mariano Santos, great professional experience, and personal touch.’
Key clients
- Kerry Group plc
- Dia Retail SA
- Fujifilm Corporation
- Akbar Brothers
- Urbaser SA
- VF Corporation
- Puleva Biotech
- Nissan Chemical Corporation
Work highlights
Advises Kerry Group on the global management of over 9,000 IP assets, including strategic trade mark positioning and defence against competitor challenges.
Advises DIA on global prosecution and enforcement of its IP portfolio, including over 36 opposition proceedings across Europe and Latin America.
Advises Urbaser on global management and defence of over 3,000 IP assets, ensuring strategic trade mark positioning and protection against competitor challenges.
Lawyers
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Practice head
José Miguel Lissén; Mariano Santos
Other key lawyers
Manuel Lobato; Antonio Cueto; María Fernández; Manuela Mendigutía; David Fuentes