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 position Silver in the categories of Patent Litigation y Patent Prosecutionand expands its recognition with its recommendation in Patent Transactions, reflecting its ability to support clients both in the protection and defense of their assets and in their exploitation and transfer.
IAM Patent 1000 It highlights the firm's ability to act reliably throughout the entire life cycle of innovative assets, from the identification of inventions and the definition of protection strategies to the processing, opposition, judicial defense and contractual exploitation of patent rights.
The directory also emphasizes 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 contentious practice of the firm, as well as its experience in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation and arbitrationwhich allow us to offer clients solutions tailored to each situation when the legal route is not necessarily the most appropriate option.
In this edition, IAM Patent 1000 has individually highlighted eight professionals from ELZABURU due to their experience 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 Moran[Name], a partner in the legal department, has once again been recognized for his involvement in complex national and international matters related to intellectual property and unfair competition. The IAM Patent 1000 award particularly highlights his participation in landmark European cases and his contribution to the legal protection of the Champagne designation of origin.
- Ruth Sanchez[Name], a partner in the patents department, 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 attorney, 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[Name], an associate in the patents department, has been included in the ranking for his work in electromechanical patents and industrial designs. An industrial engineer and European patent attorney, he advises on high-tech projects in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, transportation, defense, energy, and construction.
- Maria CadarsoA senior associate in the legal department, she is recognized as an emerging talent for her practice in industrial property, intellectual property, and unfair competition litigation. Her work combines conflict resolution with a preventative approach focused on contract negotiation and the design of strategies to anticipate and avoid potential disputes.
- Alba Maria LopezA partner in the Legal, Business, and Contracts area, she also makes the ranking for her expertise in industrial and intellectual property, digital law, and technology. Her practice focuses on intangible asset governance models, technology transfer transactions, complex intellectual property and ICT contracts, and litigation processes. due diligence and contentious 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.
