Department profile
Cuatrecasas

Intellectual Property

Global Guide 2026 : Spain


Cuatrecasas

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Intellectual Property - Spain

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Cuatrecasas is noted for its expertise in handling copyright matters for IT sector clients that are commercialising new technologies. The law firm is recognised by market sources for its trade mark, design and copyright legal advice. The team also acts for high-profile individuals on the defence of their image rights, having further experience in patent litigation and unfair competition mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Cuatrecasas advised Nike on a litigation against Fútbol Club Barcelona regarding the trade mark aspects on their sponsorship agreement.

Strengths

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  • Cuatrecasas are committed to offering increasingly specialised advice that covers more than one jurisdiction. They are very flexible, accessible and adapt very well to the needs of the client.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • Cuatrecasas respond very quickly and meet the agreed deadlines, which is so important when you have procedural deadlines.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • They always answered my questions very carefully and helped me to have a positive and calm posture. They never left me feeling like I was just another case and inspired confidence from day one.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • It is worth highlighting their technical mastery and practical experience. This combination is especially valuable for making sound strategic decisions and anticipating possible scenarios.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Álvaro Bourkaib
    Band 1Álvaro Bourkaib

    Álvaro Bourkaib

    Álvaro Bourkaib has established a solid standing for his experience handling copyright issues arising in diverse contexts, including the launch of new IT products and digital rights matters.
    • Álvaro not only identifies legal risks but also anticipates opportunities, which makes his support a key asset for any company in the sector.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • He is my trusted lawyer.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Rafael Sánchez Aristi
    Band 2Rafael Sánchez Aristi

    Rafael Sánchez Aristi

    Rafael Sánchez Aristi maintains strong market endorsement and client recognition. He is also noted for the academic experience he offers to the firm's copyright team.

    • Rafael Sánchez Aristi is extremely focused.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • I have a very positive impression of Rafael.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • He provides clarity in complex matters, interpreting regulations with indisputable reliability, and he always offers well-founded and strategic solutions.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Alejandro Negro
    Band 4Alejandro Negro

    Alejandro Negro

    Alejandro Negro is experienced in litigation as well as non-contentious work involving trade mark and industrial model infringement matters.
    • Alejandro Negro's in-depth regulatory knowledge and ability to address complex matters with confidence make him a trusted adviser to his clients.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Jean-Yves Teindas
    Band 5Jean-Yves Teindas

    Jean-Yves Teindas

    Jean-Yves Teindas is a lawyer recognised for his notable activity on trade mark mandates. His expertise encompasses contentious issues and his client base includes key players in the sports industry.

    • He is efficient in managing our time and resources in order to respond to our needs.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • Jean-Yves' solid procedural experience makes him a strategic ally. In addition, he perfectly understands the particularities and sensitivities of the sports environment.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • Up and ComingPablo Ramírez Silva
    Up and ComingPablo Ramírez Silva

    Pablo Ramírez Silva

    Pablo Ramírez Silva is recognised for his copyright litigation practice. He is sought after by clients within the art and online content sectors.

    • He is a lawyer with exceptional attention to detail, which has been of great help both in his ability to propose creative solutions to conflicts and in identifying new avenues of action.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • Pablo Ramírez Silva has great legal acuity and commercial vision that provide distinctive value to each case.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
    • Pablo is technically very strong and he is also efficient. We are very satisfied.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

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