IP boutique Grau & Angulo is highly recommended for IP disputes. In patents, the firm is often seen acting for companies in the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors. Jesús Arribas and Javier Huarte are the key contacts for patent disputes. Soft IP work in the firm is handled by partners such as Agustí Valls, Jordi Camó, Ignacio Marqués and Sonia Santos. Valls and Camó are noted for their enforcement practice, while Marqués is also recognised for copyright. The partners are supported by a team of junior practitioners. Julia Carretero, Ignacio Pontijas, Núria Ribera and Ángel Escoriaza are among the practitioners to watch.
2024/2025
"They are efficient and easy to communicate with."
"A go-to firm for any complex IP issues. I particularly work with Alejandro Angulo. Excellent technical advice and very reactive."
"Because we have previously collaborated in other cases, I trust them, we understand each other well, and they are very professional. We like their knowledge and their professionality."
Alejandro Angulo
"Very reactive and highly technical and at the same time provide practical advice."
2023
"They provide clear and to-the-point advice, bearing in mind expense."
"They have vast expertise and are very client-oriented."
"They provide a very technical and client-oriented service."
"Javier Huarte's team is clear and concise."
"We appreciate their vast knowledge of IP, and they are client-oriented."
"They are excellent litigators."
"They are experts in all the legal aspects concerning IP. They are very professional, close and competent."
2022 client testimonials
"Grau & Angulo has a very solid team of highly qualified lawyers, with lots of knowledge and expertise in trade mark and design litigation and prosecution."
"The advice is always very thorough and of high quality."
"A reliable firm that offers clarity and transparency."
Case studies show life sciences and pharmaceutical patent disputes, including one which reached the CJEU. Founding partner Jorge Grau passed away in January 2021. Life sciences lawyer and 2022 Rising Star Ignacio Pontijas was promoted to partner in January 2023.