Trevisan & Cuonzo

Trevisan & Cuonzo is a leading law firm in Italy for intellectual property litigation with expertise in the automotive, construction, life sciences, mechanical, electronics and consumer goods sectors. The firm has developed a formidable reputation in life sciences and engineering patent disputes.  

In February 2022, Trevisan & Cuonzo Intellectual Property Services joined forces with Bianchetti & Minoja under a new consortium. The partners have multiple associates to support them in patent litigation.  

Notable practitioners: Gabriel Cuonzo, Luca Trevisan, Daniela Ampollini.  

Gabriel Cuonzo is the managing partner and head of life sciences.

2025

"We have a longstanding relationship with Trevisan, and it is simple and easy to work with them."

"[They have an] immediate understanding of our need."

"[A] reputable firm."

"Deep knowledge of the [IP] sector."

"The firm consistently provides high-quality counsel in a timely manner. The team is very easy to work with and cordial."

"The team of Vittorio Cerulli and Maurizio Santoro are highly responsive and available. We have developed a very good working relationship [with them]."

"Business-focused pragmatic advice."

"Very good legal knowledge, commercial approach."

"They are prompt to respond and action instructions."

"A very solid blend of legal and business counsel provided with pragmatic solutions."

Case highlights include advice related to an automated solutions company on open-source licensing. Software infringement was also completed for a technology company.

The firm represented Boehringer in infringement proceedings brought against an API manufacturer belonging to the Teva group. It also represented Intel in multiple patent infringement proceedings in Italy before the Court of Milan. Patent litigator Gordon Harris joined the firm as Of Counsel from Gowling WLG.

The practice assisted 3M Company in opposition and litigation, culminating in favourable court decisions and an out-of-court settlement.