Iberian Lawyer – IP&TMT Awards 2023, the winners
The winners of the Iberian Lawyer IP&TMT Awards 2023 were announced during the gala ceremony held at the Riu Plaza Espana Hotel in Madrid, on the 13rd of July 2023. Once again, the IP&TMT Awards recognized the excellence among Spanish and Portuguese professionals active in this area.
The winners were the following:
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
Gómez-Acebo & Pombo
The firm has demonstrated unwavering excellence. It is highly regarded by both clients and peers, thanks to its extensive expertise and experience, which establishes it as a prominent player. Furthermore, its established global presence reinforces its position in the Ip&Tmt market.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR
Ricardo Henriques – Abreu Advogados
He is a highly accomplished lawyer specialized in technology law in Portugal and international markets. With extensive experience in software licensing, GDPR implementation, and IP litigation, the lawyer offers invaluable support to clients worldwide, ensuring the protection of their intellectual property.
MARKET LEADER
Ana Rita Paínho – Sérvulo
The lawyer is one of the most influential figures in the Ip&Tmt legal market, she is esteemed by clients and competitors for is legal knowledge and global vision. She worked on several operations in the last 12 months masterfully coordinating his team obtaining excellent results.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR IP
Grau & Angulo
Their active role in complex litigations, setting precedents in pharma patents, showcases their extensive knowledge. The team’s expansion into new patent areas, representing leading global drug companies, demonstrates their outstanding technical prowess.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR IP
Antonio Castán – Elzaburu
As a senior litigation partner, he is specialized in patent, trademark, copyright and unfair competition cases. With over 35 years of civil and criminal litigation experience, with a long-standing academic involvement in Spanish universities, he is highly regarded for his proven expertise.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR PATENTS
PONS IP
Their involvement in drafting, prosecuting, and defending patents for innovative plant virus detection methods showcases their expertise. Their successful collaborations with private companies and public entities further highlights their valuable role in advancing agricultural technologies.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR PATENTS
Javier Huarte – Grau & Angulo
The professional has long represented a wide range of companies in complex disputes concerning generics and blockbuster drug patents. With his team, he has expanded the activities in patent matters and court cases relating to biologic innovative products, acting for new clients including leading global drug companies, in some highly sophisticated cases.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TRADEMARKS
CCA Law Firm
The law firm has been recognized as a top player in trademarks specializing in Ip litigation, robust trademark protection, and providing exemplary assistance to prominent clients in safeguarding their intellectual property rights.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TRADEMARKS
Ignacio Temiño – Abril Abogados
The professional stand out for his extensive expertise in intellectual property. He is part of a solid and cohesive team of talented lawyers, able, according to the market, to face even the most complex challenges never losing the focus on the client’s needs.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR COPYRIGHT
PRA – Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados
The team advises three of the premier associations for the protection of copyright in the music, movies and newspaper industries. They also advise many clients in matters of IP, namely in the contracting field, in several areas of activity such marketing, cinema, television, music, periodicals.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR COPYRIGHT
João Paulo Mioludo – SRS Legal
His commitment to protecting the client’s exclusive design is evident this year, especially through the initiation of legal proceedings and the filing of an injunction, showcasing a proactive approach to enforcing copyright rights.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR DESIGN
Vasconcelos Arruda Advogados
The law firm excelled in protecting and managing registered designs for a young and vibrant Portuguese factory specializing in trendy, high-quality stoneware products. Their expertise in safeguarding confidential information and copyright demonstrates a strong commitment to preserving intellectual property rights.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DESIGN
Maite Ferrándiz – Grau & Angulo
The lawyer stands out in the design field for her successful representation in a the civil litigation proceeding. The defense resulted in a judgment upholding the client’s counterclaim, declaring the opposing party’s design invalid, highlighting her expertise in protecting design rights.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR ART
CCA Law Firm
The team has comprehensive expertise in the art industry. This year they facilitated a significant deal that acknowledges art’s potential to generate genuinely unique creations, showcasing their expertise and understanding of the art world’s intricacies.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Sérvulo
The firm’s life sciences team provides specialized advice throughout the lifecycle of drugs, medical devices, and health products. They excel in regulatory aspects and assist pharmaceutical industry associations and multinationals on patent issues, blockbusters, and litigation.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Ana Herrera Arroyo – PONS IP
The lawyer excels as a head of patents, technology development & innovation. Her exceptional litigation skills center around medicine-related product patents, making her an invaluable asset in the life sciences domain.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR ADVERTISING
CCA Law Firm
The firm showed an exceptional work in providing legal advice to an international sports betting and gambling company. Their expertise in analyzing the use of player shadows, and image rights showcases their valuable contribution to ensuring legal compliance and protection in advertising.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR ADVERTISING
Natalia Martos – Legal Army
The founder and CEO of an innovative legal boutique excel in Ip&Tmt practices, earning high regard from the new-tech market and competitors. This year, she showcased remarkable activity in advertisement matters, helping shape their business models within regulatory frameworks.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR FOOD
CMS Portugal
The law firm, during the last 12 months, has been involved in prominent trademarks and advertising operations involving very popular Portuguese and international companies in the food sector. The team firm is composed by very competent lawyers capable of bringing competitive results.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CIVIL LITIGATION
CMS Portugal
The professionals of the law firm advised several well-known companies in complex civil litigation processes, the law firm team stands out in the sector for the credibility gained thanks to a remarkable track record and the reliability status obtained between high profile clients.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR CIVIL LITIGATION
Gonçalo Gil Barreiros – PRA – Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados
Head of practice of the IP department, he is highly regarded for his expertise in copyright and related rights. With over a decade of experience and representing a prestigious Portuguese entity, he is recognized as a top lawyer in civil litigation.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CRIMINAL LAW
Elzaburu
The firm’s expertise in criminal law complements their renowned capabilities in patent and trademark matters. They excel in assisting international clients with trademark infringement, including criminal prosecutions and customs seizures.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
The law firm has been actively engaged in the development of software licensing agreements, service level agreements, and privacy policies for a cutting-edge safety and security software hub. Their expertise ensures robust legal frameworks for digital technologies.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
João de Travassos – Travassos, Albuquerque & Associados
The professional’s advisory services have been instrumental in guiding a major client’s investment in southern Africa and assisting another client in expanding their strategy across multiple jurisdictions. They capitalized on the opportunity to introduce new products, particularly in the technology sector.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TMT
SRS Legal
The law firm stands out in the TMT field due to their specialized team of lawyers proficient in telecom, media, and IT. Their expertise in complex contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and data protection enables them to provide integrated solutions and exceptional client service.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TMT
Paloma Bru Arce – Pinsent Masons
She is one of the leading lawyers in Tmt in the Spanish legal market. The professional worked alongside high profile companies in a series of complex deals, in which her expertise and leadership skills standed out making the difference.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Travassos, Albuquerque & Associados
The law firm had a remarkable performance in the field of information technology. Their significant growth, and expertise in software-related matters, highlight their excellence in software licensing, development, protection, and incorporation of technology companies.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
César Bessa Monteiro Jr. – Abreu Advogados
Renowned as an expert in information technology, intellectual property, and data protection, the lawyer provides exceptional legal counsel. With a broad client base including multinational companies, his proficiency in trademark protection, technology litigation, and regulatory matters sets him apart in the field.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR MEDIA
Vasconcelos Arruda Advogados
The media expertise is a core strength of the firm, prominently displayed in their activities. The team consistently supports multinational clients, excelling in regulatory matters, image rights, advertising, licensing, product promotion, new technology development, and distribution agreements.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR MEDIA
Gonçalo Gil Barreiros – PRA – Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados
Their expertise in advising Portuguese media companies, film and TV production, and drafting contracts underscores their valuable contributions to the industry.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
Pinsent Masons
The professionals of the law firm stand out among the competitors for a strategic approach to the projects and knowledge of the industry, qualities that can often make the difference in the most complex operations.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
Almudena Arpón De Mendívil – Gómez-Acebo & Pombo
The professional stands out for her extensive experience in the sector and the high level of her advice. The lawyer during the last year coordinated important operations working alongside with high profile clients.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR PRIVACY
Abreu Advogados
The team has been especially active in the retail industry, delivering comprehensive assistance in analyzing innovative technical solutions involving CCTV images. They adeptly address privacy challenges, minimizing risks, and ensuring project viability for clients and data subjects.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR PRIVACY
Paloma Bru Arce – Pinsent Masons
Her role as partner and practice head garners immense market appreciation due to her vast legal expertise spanning all aspects of TMT. Clients value not only her exceptional expertise but also her holistic understanding, enabling strategic alignment with company requirements.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR E-SPORTS
Auren
The team has been very active in this field, especially delivering comprehensive legal guidance for the establishment of an important Spanish sports organization club, encompassing aspects such as sponsorship and competitive activities.
RISING STAR
Ingrid González – Ceca Magán Abogados
Despite the age, the professional has been active in numerous deals in the last year in particular in digital tech and privacy. The lawyer has proven her competitivity working alongside important clients and managing delicate projects.
