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Jacobacci Avocats

France

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Key practice areas
Copyright & related rights
Intellectual property
Patent disputes
Trade mark disputes
Trade mark
Patent
Firm overview

Today, one of the most important resources of an entity is its ability to develop and successfully make use of innovative ideas. That said, it is no less important to be able to identify and remove monopoly rights that are unjustified, which constitute an obstacle to economic development and growth.

Jacobacci Avocats assists its clients to protect these assets, providing specialized legal assistance in its core areas of industrial and intellectual property, media and entertainment, information technology e regulatory, data protection and privacy.

The core characteristics of the practice include a client-centered approach and a pro-rights holders’ approach, utilizing experience acquired in Franceand abroad through a strong international practice, attention and efficiency, technological innovation and a detailed focus, on-going professional development and exploration of new frontiers in law and business.

Practice Areas & Sector Specialisations

Key IP Areas

Copyright & related rights, Designs, Intellectual property (contentious), IP transactions, Life sciences IP, Patent, Patent litigation, Trade mark, Trade mark litigation.

Key Sector Expertise

Agriculture, Artificial intelligence, Automotive, Biotechnology, Chemical, Fashion & luxury goods, Food & beverage, Computer technology & services, Arts, Advertising, Electronics, Film, Financial services, Industrials, Life sciences, Mechanical, Media, Nanotechnology, Not-for-profit, Pharmaceutical, Professional services, Publishing, Technology hardware, Telecommunication, Tobacco, Universities & research, Medical device, Internet.

Address:
75008 - 32, rue de l'Arcade
Paris
Tel:+33 (0)1 79 97 02 00 Email:Contact Us
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Overview

Jacobacci Avocats was launched in 2009 by former Bertho & de Haas founding partner Jean-Mathieu Bertho. The firm is recommended for IP disputes, particularly soft IP disputes. The law firm is connected to Jacobacci Coralis Harle, which specialises in IP protection and portfolio management.

Notable practitioners: Vanner Olympe, Jean-Mathieu Bertho, Diane de Valbray, and Alexia de Maulde.

Testimonials

2026

"Jean-Mathieu Bertho is a very knowledgeable lawyer, nice to work with and delivers excellent quality for a reasonable price."

"The team at Jacobacci Avocats stands out for its 360-degree approach to IP. Their expertise goes beyond litigation; they seamlessly integrate contract and customs law, which is vital for a global protection strategy. Their advice is pragmatic, responsive, and, above all, deeply aligned with our day-to-day business operations."

"We value their ability to provide a comprehensive strategic vision. The team is multidisciplinary, integrating contract law and customs experts right from the advisory stage. This ensures that the legal solutions provided are not just theoretical but directly applicable to our client's commercial challenges." 

"Jacobacci France stands out for the high quality of its legal counsel and the strong litigation expertise demonstrated by its teams."

"Their responsiveness, combined with a particularly sharp and nuanced legal analysis, is a key strength of Jacobacci France’s teams."

"Beyond their technical expertise, the team stands out for its human qualities, combining a very friendly approach with unwavering professionalism."

"The practice is dynamic, forward thinking, and the people are very approachable. They have excellent legal knowledge, but offer very pragmatic advice at the same time. Would recommend them to others. We work with various members of the team including Alexia de Maulde, Jean-Mathieu Bertho and Diane de Valbray."

OLYMPE VANNER

"Olympe combines high-level technical qualifications with a resolutely pragmatic approach. She possesses an excellent grasp of complex IP law issues while delivering actionable advice."

JEAN MATHIEU BERTHO

"On top of deep knowledge in terms of trademarks he is always trying to align with client's interests."

 

2025

"Hands-on, understands the business side of things and open to finding creative and simple solutions to complex issues."

"They are very responsive, very quick, and give fully considered advice without sitting on the fence."

"Excellent and serious team."

A client appreciates the team's "professionalism, constant availability and great attention to the client's needs".

"Straight to the point, professional, and client-orientated."

"Jacobacci Avocats is distinguished by its pragmatic approach, providing tailored solutions that address the nuanced challenges of intellectual property cases.

"Their team demonstrates highly specialised knowledge in various IP-related fields, making them an indispensable partner for navigating both litigation and advisory matters with accuracy and reliability."

"Very good at legal and procedural work and efficient."

"We get a personable, quick, and legally sound service."

"People from Jacobacci Avocats work extremely diligently and cost-effectively. They are very responsive, always on the ball and have the best expertise in all IP-related matters."

"They are the nicest people with great IP expertise. [They] are always to the point and overall very easy and fun to work with."

"Jacobacci has a strong reputation in France and charges a reasonable rate."

"They are prompt, and their expertise is high."

"Jaccobacci has friendly lawyers with a superb grasp of the law."

"Great commercial focus and practical advice."

Jean-Mathieu Bertho

"I like the simplicity of working with Jean-Mathieu Bertho and his team. Practical advice and excellent skills in IP law."

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