Madrid, 3 June 2026. ELZABURU has been recognized once again in the new edition of IAM Patent 1000, one of the leading international directories in the field of patents, which identifies the most outstanding firms and professionals globally. The IAM Patent 1000 focuses on those firms and professionals considered outstanding in a key area of ​​patent law, highlighting technical quality, experience and the ability to advise on matters of special complexity. In this edition, ELZABURU reaffirms its Silver position in the Patent Litigation and Patent Prosecution categories, and expands its recognition with its recommendation in Patent Transactions, reflecting its ability to support clients in both the protection and defense of their assets and in their exploitation and transfer. IAM Patent 1000 highlights the firm's ability to act effectively throughout the entire life cycle of innovative assets, from identifying inventions and defining protection strategies to processing, opposition, judicial defense and contractual exploitation of patent rights. The directory also highlights the multidisciplinary nature of the ELZABURU team, made up of engineers, chemists, biotechnologists, life science specialists and lawyers, who work in a coordinated manner to offer technical and legal advice in highly diverse sectors. The publication also highlights the growing importance of the firm's litigation practice, as well as its experience in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation and arbitration, which allow it to offer clients solutions tailored to each situation when litigation is not necessarily the most appropriate option. In this edition, IAM Patent 1000 has individually highlighted eight professionals from ELZABURU for their career and specialization: Enrique Armijo, partner in the legal area, is recognized for a career of more than three decades in high-impact industrial and intellectual property litigation, as well as for his experience in the contractual and commercial structuring of the exploitation of intangible assets, including licenses, assignments, joint ventures, franchises and technology transfers. Colm Ahern, partner in the legal area, stands out for his dual profile as an industrial engineer and lawyer, which brings a particularly relevant technical depth to patent litigation linked to sectors such as automotive, household appliances and electronics. Carlos Morán, partner in the legal area, is once again recognized for his participation in complex national and international matters related to industrial property and unfair competition. IAM Patent 1000 particularly highlights its involvement in landmark cases at the European level and its contribution to the legal protection of the Champagne designation of origin. Ruth Sánchez, partner in the patents area, is recognized for her strategic leadership in the protection and management of inventions at the national, European and international levels. An engineer and European patent agent, she advises clients in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, construction and civil engineering. Francisco Javier Sáez, partner in the patent area, is noted for his extensive experience in the drafting, processing and defense of patent applications in Spain, Europe and the PCT system, with special focus on the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, environmental and agrochemical sectors. Pedro Saturio, associate partner in the patents area, joins the ranking for his work in electromechanical patents and industrial designs. Industrial engineer and European patent agent, she advises on high-tech projects in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, transport, defense, energy and construction. María Cadarso, senior associate in the legal area, is recognized as an emerging talent for her practice in industrial property, intellectual property and unfair competition litigation. His work combines conflict resolution with a preventative approach focused on contract negotiation and the design of strategies that allow anticipating and avoiding potential disputes. Alba María López, associate partner in the Legal, Business and Contracts area, also enters the ranking for her experience in industrial and intellectual property, digital law and technology. His practice focuses on intangible asset governance models, technology transfer transactions, complex intellectual property and ICT contracts, due diligence processes, and litigation matters. ELZABURU's continued presence in IAM Patent 1000 reflects the strength of a patent practice built on technical specialization, legal rigor, and a comprehensive vision of innovation as a strategic asset for companies.

Madrid, November 13, 2025 – ELZABURU, a firm specializing in industrial and intellectual property, has achieved excellent results in the Best Lawyers in Spain awards, a professional recognition based on the consensus opinion of leading lawyers regarding the professional capabilities of their colleagues within the same geographic area and legal practice. With 35 lawyers and technical experts referenced and a total of 43 mentions, ELZABURU consolidates its position as the industrial and intellectual property firm with the most recognized professionals in this edition, thus reinforcing its leading position in the Spanish market. Regarding the individuals referenced in this year's edition, these are the ELZABURU professionals who appear in the ranking: Intellectual Property Law: Colm Ahern, Agustín Alguacil, Mónica Amores, Enrique Armijo, Cristina Arroyo, Luis Baz, Luis Beneyto, Catherine Bonzom, Ignacio Diez de Rivera Elzaburu, Alfonso Diez de Rivera Elzaburu, Cristina Espín, Mercedes García, Irene Gascón, Fernando Ilardia, Mabel Klimt, Xavier Lamíquiz, Miguel Ángel Medina, Carlos Morán, Tránsito Ruiz, Francisco J. Sáez, José Ignacio San Martín, Ruth Sánchez, Ana Sanz, Pedro Saturio, Rosa Torrecillas, Cristina Velasco and Manolo Mínguez. Litigation: Enrique Armijo, Alba Mª López, and Carlos Morán; Information Technology: Ruth Benito; Privacy & Data Protection: Ruth Benito; Technology Law: Ruth Benito; Communications Law: Mabel Klimt; Entertainment Law: Mabel Klimt; Competition: Carlos Morán. Regarding the Ones to Watch distinction, which recognizes lawyers in the early stages of their careers who have already demonstrated outstanding excellence in their legal practice, the recipients were: María Cadarso and Alberto Gallo in Litigation; and Inés de Casas, Sara Navarro, Paloma Querol, and, again, Alberto Gallo, in Intellectual Property. Best Lawyers employs a sophisticated, thorough, rational, and transparent survey process designed to obtain meaningful and substantive assessments of the quality of legal services. According to this organization, “the quality of a peer-review survey is directly related to the quality of the voters.”

Madrid, July 17, 2025. ELZABURU, the leading firm specializing in industrial and intellectual property, has obtained a notable presence in all five Intellectual Property categories in the 2025 edition of the Leaders League ranking. This recognition consolidates ELZABURU as a leading firm in Spain in the field of industrial and intellectual property and innovation, underscoring the strength of its teams, its highly specialized approach, and its ability to offer comprehensive advice to both national and international clients. In particular, ELZABURU has been recognized as the only Spanish firm at the top of the ranking in the area of ​​Trademark Registration, which demonstrates its leadership position in this field. In addition, the firm has been distinguished in other key categories: Leader in: Patent Litigation Patent Registration Trademark Registration Excellent in: Copyright Trademark Litigation Valuable Practice in: Data Protection In addition, several professionals from the firm have been individually recognized for their career and contribution in these areas: Enrique Armijo Chávarri, Partner of the Legal Department. Luis Baz Baz, Partner in the Trademark practice. Carlos Morán, Partner in the Legal practice. Colm Ahern, Partner in the Legal practice. Francisco Javier Sáez, Partner in the Patent practice. Ruth Sánchez, Partner in the Patent practice. Pedro Saturio Carrasco, Associate Partner in the Patent practice. Mabel Klimt, Managing Partner of Elzaburu and Director of the Legal practice. Ruth Benito Martín, Of Counsel. Prepared by the authors based on the results of the Leaders League 2025 ranking. At ELZABURU, we appreciate the trust of our clients and renew our commitment to professional excellence, the defense of innovation, and the protection of knowledge. This recognition reinforces ELZABURU's position as one of the leading firms in legal and strategic advice on industrial and intellectual property matters and endorses its role as a trusted partner for companies that invest in the value of intangibles as a driver of development and competitiveness.

Madrid, June 2, 2025. ELZABURU has once again been recognized in the 2025 edition of the prestigious international directory IAM Patent 1000, which identifies the best firms and professionals in the field of patents worldwide. The firm maintains its strong position in the main categories: Patent Litigation and Patent Prosecution, both in the Silver Tier, as well as in Patent Transactions. This recognition consolidates ELZABURU's position as a leading firm in the field of industrial and intellectual property in Spain and highlights the technical and legal quality of its specialized teams. The directory emphasizes that "Elzaburu is a longstanding law firm that is inseparable from the very core of Spanish intellectual property," underscoring its ability to combine deep technical expertise with outstanding litigation practice. In addition, the IAM Patent 1000 has individually recognized five of its professionals: Enrique Armijo, a partner in the legal department with more than three decades of experience, has been described by the ranking as “a true IP virtuoso who brings rich experience and distinguished expertise as a litigator as part of leading firms across the world.” Carlos Morán, also a partner in the legal department, has been highlighted for “a stellar track record (completing 30 years as a patent attorney) as a strong defense force for patrons seeking to protect their patents and leverage them for growth in their field.” Colm Ahern, a partner in the legal department, has been recognized for his technical profile as an engineer: “He is able to secure favorable results, thanks to his specialist insight across a plethora of highly complex technical fields, ranging from telecommunications and pharmaceuticals, to mechanical devices and solar energy.” Ruth Sánchez, partner in the Patent Practice, leads the Patents business area and was recognized in the ranking for “leveraging her wealth of technical prowess as an industrial engineer to establish a robust prosecution practice that tackles every aspect of pressing patent matters in the Spanish market.” Francisco Javier Sáez, partner in the Patent Practice, was praised as “an excellent practitioner with expertise in three distinct fields: chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and mechanics. He is highly diligent and hardworking, and his ability to secure patents at a rapid pace is unparalleled. His communication with clients is exemplary, and this contributes to the exceptional quality of his work. Truly, Francisco's dedication and efficiency are beyond commendable.” ELZABURU's continued presence in the IAM Patent 1000 ranking reaffirms its commitment to professional excellence, technical rigor, and the strategic defense of industrial property rights in an increasingly competitive and globalized environment.

Madrid, March 27, 2025 – ELZABURU has once again been recognized by The Legal 500, one of the most prestigious international legal directories, as one of the leading firms in Industrial and Intellectual Property in Spain. In this year's edition, ELZABURU has renewed its position in the trademark area and has received strong references in copyright, patents, and privacy and data protection. In the trademark area, Luis Baz, Enrique Armijo, Carlos Morán, and Manuel Mínguez were recognized in Tier 1. The firm's excellence in trademark portfolio management and conflict prevention was highlighted. They stand out for their excellence in the management of trademark portfolios, as well as in the pre-litigation and litigation phases. The Legal 500 also highlighted ELZABURU's positioning in the management and protection of Spanish and European patents in Tier 2, recognizing the work of Ruth Sánchez, Francisco Javier Sáez, Pedro Saturio, and Enrique Armijo. "With extensive experience in patent prosecution and litigation, Elzaburu is a popular choice for clients from the retail, aerospace, and automotive sectors, among others. The group is well positioned to advise on the management and protection of Spanish and European patents." Regarding copyright, referenced in Tier 3, the firm's Managing Partner once again stands out as a Leader, joined by Enrique Armijo, Carlos Morán, and Inés de Casas in this area. 'With a strong presence in the media and entertainment sectors, Elzaburu is a firm choice for production companies and video gaming clients seeking assistance with IP rights purchases, licensing agreements, disputes, and regulatory compliance.' Finally, the board also recognized ELZABURU as a firm to watch in the area of ​​privacy and data protection, highlighting the work of Ruth Benito. Elzaburu has an active partner in Ruth Benito Martín, who specializes in personal data privacy and protection. Her work encompasses data protection impact assessments, risk analysis, regulatory, and contentious matters. This recognition reflects the quality and talent of the professionals who make up the firm, as well as its ability to adapt to the changing needs of its clients and the legal environment.

Ruth Sánchez, Director; Francisco Javier Sáez and Pedro Saturio, deputy directors All three are European Patent Agents and authorized representatives before the Unified Patent Court This area has a multidisciplinary team made up of 42 people ELZABURU has reinforced its patent area by appointing a new governing team: Ruth Sánchez is the new director of the Area, a position in which she will have the support of two deputy directors: Francisco Javier Sáez and Pedro Saturio. All three are European Patent Agents and authorized representatives before the Unified Patent Court. The firm is a leader in Spain in patents and validations and advises companies in various sectors, for which it has a multidisciplinary team of 42 people made up of engineers, chemists, biotechnologists and biologists with experience and knowledge in all fields of business activity. Among ELZABURU's clients are some of the most important Spanish companies in the sectors of biotechnology, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, ICT, artificial intelligence, engineering, aerospace, construction and infrastructure, defense, automotive, energy, environment, etc.  ELZABURU provides a comprehensive service in patent processing: drafting applications, processing before the European Patent Office (EPO), the Spanish Patent Office (OEPM), the International Bureau (WIPO) and before many other national patent offices around the world. It also presents oppositions to third parties and defends its clients' patents against oppositions from other companies. Likewise, it provides advice on analysis of patentability, freedom of operation, infringement and expert reports. The firm has the experience of 2.966 European patents processed and currently has 918 patent files pending abroad (EPO, WIPO, foreign national offices). Likewise, ELZABURU is one of the main representatives of Chinese companies that wish to register their community designs in the EU. Ruth Sánchez, Associate Partner of ELZABURU, is an Industrial Engineer, mechanical specialty, MBA from the European Business School, Diploma in Patent Litigation from the University of Strasbourg, European Patent Agent, Authorized Representative before the Unified Patent Court. He has worked in the field of industrial property since 2005 and has worked as a technician in a patent agency, as well as head of the patent department in industrial companies. He has experience in industrial designs and patents and utility models in the aeronautical and aerospace, automotive, electronics, renewable energy, construction and real estate, and civil engineering sectors. Francisco Javier Sáez is a Partner at ELZABURU and a Graduate in CC. Chemistry from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He is an Industrial Property Agent, European Patent Agent and European Trademark Agent and Authorized Representative before the EUIPO. He has a Diploma in Patent Litigation from the University of Strasbourg, Authorized Representative before the Unified Patent Court. Before entering the world of Industrial Property, he worked for 10 years as a researcher and head of R&D projects in multinational companies in the chemical sector. He specializes in the drafting, processing and defense of Spanish and foreign patents. He has experience in industrial designs, R&D, patents and utility models and technology transfer in the energy and environment, pharmacy and agrochemical sectors. Pedro Saturio, Associate Partner of ELZABURU, is an Industrial Engineer from ICAI, Master in Comprehensive Logistics and is an Industrial Property Agent, European Patent Agent and European Trademark Agent and Authorized Representative before the EUIPO. He has a Diploma in Patent Litigation from the University of Strasbourg, Authorized Representative before the Unified Patent Court. He has worked in Engineering Departments of companies in the pharmaceutical and automotive sectors. He has experience in designs and industrial and in patents and utility models in the aeronautical and aerospace, automotive, construction, energy, environment and real estate and civil works sectors. For more information: Margarita García Díaz-Varela MGD@elzaburu.es Tel.: 673 13 01 04 | 690 36 89 98 Javier Herreros jherreros@goodwill.es Tel. : 626 20 73 22

Francisco J. Sáez, partner of ELZABURU, moderates the seminar, organized by EPI, on opposition procedures and appeals before the European Patent Office. Date: 27.11.2018/09/00 Hours 17:00 a.m. to 48:XNUMX p.m. Location: NH Madrid Hotel, Paseo del Prado, XNUMX, Madrid. More information: https://epi.patentepi.com/details.xhtml Source: EPI. Elzaburu Author/s: Francisco Javier Sáez Granero

Periodic update of the chapter referring to Spain. Accessible at (subscribers only): http://kluweriplaw.com/brownbook Source: Kluwer Manual of Industrial Property – The Brown Book, 2018 ed. Author(s): Fernando Ilardia Lorentzen, Francisco Javier Sáez Granero, Marina Reig Viniegra, Cristina Velasco Vega

ELZABURU has the pleasure of inviting you to a working breakfast on the registration of patents before the EPO, led by Antonio Jurado Orenes, examiner of said office. Date: 19.10.2018/09/00 Hours 12:00 a.m. to 21:2018 p.m. Location: ELZABURU Auditorium. C/ Miguel Angel, XNUMX, Madrid. Registration: https://www.elzaburu.com/es/area-de-clientes/inscribete/examinador-epo-XNUMX Source: Elzaburu Author(s): Francisco Javier Sáez Granero

ELZABURU is pleased to invite you to a working breakfast where, around two round tables, the role of the new utility model and the management of consortium R&D projects will be analyzed. Date: 25.05.2018/09/00 Hours 12:00 a.m. to 21:5 p.m. Location: ELZABURU Auditorium. C/ Miguel Angel, XNUMX, Madrid. Registrations: https://www.elzaburu.com/es/area-de-clientes/inscribete/inscribete-mad-XNUMX Source: Elzaburu. Author(s): Pedro Saturio Carrasco, Antonio Tavira Montes-Jovellar, Francisco Javier Sáez Granero, Alba Maria López López