Counterfeiting, piracy and infringement
Action against counterfeiting, unauthorised copies, piracy and other forms of illicit exploitation of intangible assets. Cease-and-desist letters, product or content removal, negotiation and protective measures against unauthorised use of trademarks, designs, copyright and merchandising, in physical formats and digital environments.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Detecting and documenting the infringement
We identify and document counterfeits, unauthorised copies or illicit uses of the client's assets through notarial acts, screenshots and product purchases to create robust procedural evidence.
Cease and takedown actions
We send cease-and-desist letters, request product or content removal from digital platforms and marketplaces, and use available reporting mechanisms on each channel to quickly eliminate unauthorised use.
Precautionary measures and legal actions
We request precautionary measures of cessation and product seizure when urgency requires, and initiate civil or criminal actions against infringers to obtain cessation of the activity and compensation for damage.
Ongoing protection strategy
We design a continuous monitoring and protection programme for the client's assets in physical and digital formats, with early alerts and action protocols to respond swiftly to new infringements.
Who this is for
Fashion, luxury and consumer brands suffering counterfeiting of their products, creators and artists whose content is pirated on digital platforms, and software and technology companies needing to protect their assets against copies and unauthorised use.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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