Deep understanding of the client
We are committed to understanding you: your business, needs, services, competition, positioning, and market projection. This is the foundation of effective legal advice.
Litigation & Enforcement
Your ideas have value.
We protect them.
What makes you unique deserves protection. Your creativity deserves profesional defence.
We develop legal strategies to protect, enhance, and defend the value of your intangible assets.
At Abril, we have worked this way since 2001: with judgement, proximity, and responsiveness.
Why
choose us
“Particularly strong in more complex trademark infringement cases”
CHAMBERS & PARTNERS
We understand your needs before taking any action.
We analyse your situation to define a practical, tailored strategy—both judicially and extrajudicially.
Strategy and follow-up at every stage.
We do not just litigate we support you before, during, and after. We provide continuous follow-up to ensure the adopted solution truly protects your interests in the long term.
Full specialisation.
25 years of specialisation in intellectual property, industrial property, and intangible assets support our expertise. We have deep knowledge of the conflicts, risks, and opportunities affecting innovation, brands, and creativity.
We understand your needs before taking any action.
We analyse your situation to define a practical, tailored strategy—both judicially and extrajudicially.
Strategy and follow-up at every stage.
We do not just litigate we support you before, during, and after. We provide continuous follow-up to ensure the adopted solution truly protects your interests in the long term.
Full specialisation.
25 years of specialisation in intellectual property, industrial property, and intangible assets support our expertise. We have deep knowledge of the conflicts, risks, and opportunities affecting innovation, brands, and creativity.
Comprehensive advice. Global approach.
We go beyond the surface. We analyse each matter from a holistic perspective, considering all relevant areas of our expertise, such as trade secrets, unfair competition, and intellectual and industrial property.
Strong defence in proceedings and litigation.
When disputes arise, we defend your rights with a clear and effective legal strategy, both in administrative and judicial proceedings.
Agility and responsiveness.
Fast responses, clear communication, and close support. No unnecessary bureaucracy or layers.
Comprehensive advice. Global approach.
We go beyond the surface. We analyse each matter from a holistic perspective, considering all relevant areas of our expertise, such as trade secrets, unfair competition, and intellectual and industrial property.
Strong defence in proceedings and litigation.
When disputes arise, we defend your rights with a clear and effective legal strategy, both in administrative and judicial proceedings.
Agility and responsiveness.
Fast responses, clear communication, and close support. No unnecessary bureaucracy or layers.
How
we work
Our methodology combines analysis, prevention, strategy, and flawless execution. From prevention and negotiation to courtroom defence, we protect the value of your intangible assets.
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Needs analysis and strategy definition.
We start from a deep understanding of intellectual and industrial property and intangible assets. We analyse the dispute, the rights involved, risks, and opportunities to establish the strongest legal basis for your case.
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Design of the legal strategy
Before taking any action, we develop a legal strategy aligned with your objectives and the strategic value of your intangible assets.
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Prevention and early conflict management
Whenever possible, we act proactively to anticipate risks and explore solutions that avoid or minimise the impact of disputes.
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Defence in proceedings and litigation
When necessary, we defend your rights in administrative and judicial proceedings with a clear, robust, and results-oriented strategy.
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Follow-up and post-resolution execution
Our work does not end with the resolution of the matter. We provide ongoing follow-up to ensure proper execution and long-term protection of your rights.
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Comprehensive legal perspective
We analyse each dispute from a global perspective, considering not only intellectual or industrial property, but also related areas such as unfair competition, trade secrets, and other factors that may influence the strategy.
Services
Renewals, portfolio reorganisation, international expansion, territorial extensions, and proactive enforcement against third parties.
Defence Against Copying and Infringement
We act to protect your rights through effective legal action.
Out-of-Court Claims
We issue formal legal notices to demand the cessation of infringements and protect your rights without resorting to judicial proceedings.
Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
We participate in negotiations to reach agreements that protect your interests and avoid unnecessary litigation.
Legal Strategy for Disputes
We analyse each case in depth to design the most effective defence or enforcement strategy, aligned with your business objectives.
Prevention of Legal Disputes
We help you identify risks before they become legal issues.
Representation in Litigation
We represent and defend your interests before the courts in disputes relating to trademarks, patents, copyright, designs, advertising, and unfair competition.
Protection of Trade Secrets and Know-How
We advise and take action against misuse or unauthorised disclosure of confidential information.
Enforcement of Judgments
Following the resolution of the dispute, we monitor compliance to ensure that the decisions adopted are effectively enforced.
Unfair Competition
Legal defence against unfair practices and strategic commercial litigation.
Anti-counterfeiting & Customs
Intangible Asset Valuation
We analyse and assess intangible assets, delivering robust reports that support informed decision-making.
Problems we solve
“They have copied my trademark and I don’t know what to do.”
“My book has been plagiarised.”
“I have just launched a new product and a competitor has sent me a legal notice.”
“I have detected unauthorised use of my software.”
“They are using my work without acknowledging authorship.”
“My competitor has launched a product that infringes my patent and has copied my website.”
We protect and defend your IP rights in more than 150 countries through a trusted network of associated firms.
We have an established network of correspondents, allowing us to provide assistance and legal advice in over 150 countries with complete transparency and flawless execution.
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Sectors where we create value
Technology & Software
Creative Industries & Content
Innovation & Startups
Fashion, Design & Trademarks
Advertising & Marketing
Industry & Technological Development
E-commerce & Digital Businesses
We understand the dynamics, pace, and risks of each sector.
Authority and recognition
Awarded leading firm in Europe 2025
Band 3 en Trade marks; Band 4 en Intellectual property: patents; Band 4 en Copyright.
Excellent in Trademarks: Litigation; Highly recommended in Copyright (2025); Highly recommended in Patents: Litigation (2025).
Tier 2 en Trade mark disputes (2025) y Trade mark prosecution - law firms (2025); Tier 3 en Copyright & related rights (2025); other notable firms en Patent disputes (2025).
Bronze - Firms: litigation; Bronze - Firms: prosecution; Recommended - Firms: transactions
“The Abril Abogados team combines technical legal knowledge with the ability to understand business needs, adapting its responses to these needs without the need for superfluous legal presentations.”
We help innovative companies protect and maximise the value of their intangible assets.
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