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Life Sciences: Patent Litigation - Spain
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What the team is known for

Grau & Angulo is an important Barcelona boutique with an excellent reputation for its capacity to handle complex patent disputes on behalf of significant life sciences companies. The firm has advised on major cases that raise arguments around the validity of supplementary protection certificates. It is well placed to handle disputes arising in relation to biosimilar products.

Strengths

"Grau & Angulo handles important litigation cases and pre-litigation issues and its service has always been impeccable."

Work highlights

Grau & Angulo represented Teva in court proceedings against Bayer for alleged patent infringement in relation to the first generic launch of Bayer's anti-cancer drug Nexavar.

Notable practitioners

Javier Huarte is recognised as one of the leading patent litigators within the life sciences sector in Spain.In addition to his superb reputation for working on behalf of generics manufacturers, Javier Huarte has notable additional experience acting for producers of biosimilars. "Javier Huarte is one of the best lawyers I have ever seen in trial. He is able to make the difficult easy." "We work with Javier Huarte because of his speed in handling matters, his brilliant performance in court and his business-oriented mind."

Ignacio Pontijas has an increased activity and recognition in the area of life sciences. He regularly offers support in very complex patent infringement litigations in regard to blockbuster drugs, and often advises clients in biosimilar patent litigations. "Ignacio Pontijas is very thorough in his advice, offering clarity in his explanations both to the client and to the court." "His excellent knowledge of patents makes him a safe bet when choosing a law firm."

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