About Me

I have extensive experience in copyright and trademark law.

I am an outstanding litigator known for my ability to quickly find the most satisfactory solutions for my clients. I favor a pragmatic and strategic approach in my advisory and litigation work.

As well as assisting my clients with the protection of their IP, including filing and registering trademarks, drawings and models, and creations covered by copyright, I am a very good negotiator when it comes to transactional IP works.

I am an active member of professional associations including APRAM and AIPPI (vice president of the French Group and Chair of the International Membership Committee and member of the International Committee dedicated to combating piracy and counterfeiting).

I am a regular conference host and speaker, teach intellectual property at DJCE and at EM Lyon, and write for various specialist magazines.

Before joining Bird & Bird in 2015, I was an IP partner in a French law firm.
Education

Studied

  • EM Lyon Business school, Certificat Objectif Administratrice
  • University of Montpellier, Doctorat, Contract Law
  • University of Montpellier, DEA, Contract Law / IP and IT Law
  • Université Jean Moulin (Lyon III), Master, Business Law
  • Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne, Licence, Private Law

Admissions

  • Paris Bar (2019)
  • Lyon Bar (2007)
  • Nanterre Bar (2003)
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Testimonials

Géraldine Arbant is always listening to us as a client. Our requests are treated with great importance and professionalism. Géraldine has very good knowledge and experience in the field of intellectual property. She provides a customer-oriented service and has the ability to propose innovative solutions for more complicated requests.

Legal 500 EMEA 2023

Since 2018, WTR recognizes that 'with over 20 years' experience, Géraldine Arbant is a fine choice on the non-contentious side. She is au courant with all the latest developments in the telecommunications, life sciences and automotive sectors' and 'Arbant is another nimble negotiator who never fails to get the best result. Several major pharmaceutical, sports and luxury goods companies have her on speed dial.'

World Trademark Review (WTR)

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