Sophie Havard Duclos
Partner
Sophie Havard Duclos specializes in intellectual property law, which she has practiced as a litigator and legal advisor for over 25 years. Sophie is ranked among the best lawyers in the field, including by Legal 500 (Tier 1) and Chambers (Band 2).
Education
- Specialization Certificate in Intellectual Property Law (2004)
- Sworn-in (1994)
- Postgraduate Degree (DESS) in Industrial Property, Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (1994)
- Postgraduate Degree (DEA) in Corporate Law, Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (1993)
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property, Kent University, United Kingdom (1992)
Career
- Havard Duclos & Associés (2022)
- Laude Esquier Champey (2010-2022)
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer (2007-2010)
- Gide Loyrette Nouel (2004-2007)
- Escande (1994-2004)
Organizations and publications
- APRAM (Trademark Law Practitioners Organization – Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles) – Member of the Board
- AAPI (Industrial Property Attorney Association – Association des Avocats de Propriété Industrielle)
- AIPPI (International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property – Association Internationale pour la Protection de la Propriété Intellectuelle)
- INTA (International Trademark Association)
- Participant in round tables organized by CNCPI (National Network of Intellectual Property Consultants – Compagnie Nationale des Conseils en Propriété Industrielle)
- « Cession de Marque », Trademarks-Designs and Models JurisClasseur, co-written with Olivier Thrierr (update, 2019)
Pauline Casanova
Partner
Pauline Casanova’s practice focuses on intellectual property law and, more generally, protecting intangible assets. Highly dedicated to the Firm’s clients, Pauline has considerable experience in all aspects of litigation and providing legal advice.
Education
- Sworn-in (2014)
- Master 2 Research Degree in Literary, Artistic and Industrial Property, Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (2011)
- Winner of the Business Law - Francis Lefebvre competition, Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (2009)
- Bachelor’s Degree (Licence) in Foreign Languages, Literature, and Civilizations, Université Paris III Sorbonne-Nouvelle (2006))
Career
- Havard Duclos & Associés (2022)
- Laude Esquier Champey (2016-2022)
- Benoliel Avocats (2013-2016)
Organizations and publications
- APRAM (Trademark Law Practitioners Organization – Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles)
- AIPPI (International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property – Association Internationale pour la Protection de la Propriété Intellectuelle)
- « Diligenter une saisie-contrefaçon en matière de droit d’auteur », in Fiche Lexis Nexis #4255, co-written with Sylvie Benoliel-Claux (update, April 2022)
Constance Percevaux
Partner
Constance Percevaux’s practice is mainly focused on providing legal advice and litigating civil and criminal intellectual property cases, as well as handling unfair competition and free riding cases. Passionate about acting as a defense attorney, Constance also handles civil and commercial litigation cases.
Education
- Criminal Defense School of the Paris Bar (2015)
- Sworn-in (2015)
- Master’s Degree in Economic Law with a focus on Intellectual Property, Sciences Po Paris Law School (2012)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Sciences Po Paris (2010)
- Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Concordia University, Montréal, Canada (2009-2010)
Career
- Havard Duclos & Associés (2022)
- Laude Esquier Champey (2014-2022)
Organizations and publications
- APRAM (Trademark Law Practitioners Organization – Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles) – Chair of the Youth Commission
Diane Pons
Associate
Diane Pons’s practice focuses principally on intellectual property and new technologies law. She helps the Firm’s clients exploit, protect and defend their artistic, industrial and technological projects through the provision of legal advice and as a litigator.
Education
- Sworn-in (2019)
- Master 2 Research Degree in Literary, Artistic and Industrial Property, Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas (2015)
Career
- Havard Duclos & Associés (2022)
- Laude Esquier Champey (2022)
- Eltea Avocats (2020-2022)
- Harlay Avocats (2018-2020)
Organizations and publications
- APRAM (Trademark Law Practitioners Organization – Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles)
- AIPPI (International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property – Association Internationale pour la Protection de la Propriété Intellectuelle)
Nicolas Fiscus
Associate
Nicolas Fiscus's practice focuses on intellectual property law, both in its industrial and artistic aspects. He is dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the intangible assets of the firm's clients, as well as to the development of their projects, both in providing legal advice and litigating matters.
Education
- Sworn-in (2022)
- Master 2 – Research Degree in Industrial and Artistic Property, Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne (2020)
- Master 1 – Degree in Business Law, Jean Moulin Lyon III (2019)
Career
- Havard Duclos & Associés (2022)
Organizations and publications
- APRAM (Trademark Law Practitioners Organization – Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles)