Intellectual Property
Global Guide 2024 : France
Band 1
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The firm's strong IP practice provides expertise in various sectors including life sciences and TMT, with further knowledge of the entertainment industry. The team is particularly well regarded for its ability in patent disputes, while also offering knowledge of litigious trade mark and copyright issues. The lawyers are also strong in non-contentious IP matters. The department advises both local and international clients. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm represented Nokia in a global licensing dispute against Oppo.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers' experience in dealing with intellectual property disputes is a great strength. There are some cases in which the ways we are able to protect our rights are quite unconventional and ingenious."
"The firm has proven to be extremely detailed-oriented and has handled all issues handed to them with appropriate depth and expertise. It is a very proficient team all around."
"The team is incredibly easy to work with, able to understand what we need, and delivers with excellent quality."
"We are very happy with the firm. It is meeting our expectations, and it is very solid."
"The firm is strong in patents."
"The lawyers' experience in dealing with intellectual property disputes is a great strength. There are some cases in which the ways we are able to protect our rights are quite unconventional and ingenious."
"The firm has proven to be extremely detailed-oriented and has handled all issues handed to them with appropriate depth and expertise. It is a very proficient team all around."
"The team is incredibly easy to work with, able to understand what we need, and delivers with excellent quality."
"We are very happy with the firm. It is meeting our expectations, and it is very solid."
"The firm is strong in patents."
Notable Practitioners
Laëtitia Bénard demonstrates leading experience in contentious patent mandates, including infringement claims and enforcement. Her vast experience in the life sciences field means that she is regularly sought after by major pharmaceutical companies.
"Laëtitia Bénard is a powerhouse. She comes up with novel ideas."
"Laëtitia Bénard is one of the best French patent litigators; she is creative, imaginative, and extremely hard-working. She gets fantastic results."
David Por moves up the rankings this year and acts regularly on behalf of technology, telecoms and pharmaceutical clients on patent infringement and FRAND disputes.
"David Por's advocacy stands out. He is able to communicate the facts, legal positions, and technical aspects we need to know. He is also very open, realistic, and doesn't gloss over the challenges."
"He is a really strong legal practitioner and a great patent litigator."
"David Por has become a prominent figure of the French patent world."
Alexandre Rudoni regularly represents high-profile clients in the technology and entertainment sectors in copyright and trade mark litigation matters. He is particularly recognised for his experience in relation to the video games sector.
"Alexandre Rudoni is easy to understand, and is one of the best lawyers we have worked with. He has a strong relationship with his clients, and he also gives good advice when anticipating our needs."
"He has proved to be an expert in local IP law. His risk assessment abilities are especially valued."
"Alexandre Rudoni is a great lawyer and very easy to work with. He is a leading figure in the legal gaming industry."