Stavroula Politi

About the Lawyer

Stavroula Politi is a seasoned attorney with a strong background in Intellectual Property law, particularly in anti-counterfeiting and online brand enforcement. She has been a contributor to prestigious IP resources, focusing on anti-counterfeiting topics. Her expertise spans across trademark prosecution, clearance searches, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the EUIPO, and providing legal advice on all aspects of brand protection and enforcement of IP rights.

Experience

Stavroula Politi joined Dr. Helen G. Papaconstantinou and Partners (“HP&P”) in 2020, following her tenure at another IP-focused law firm since 2014. She is a qualified lawyer and a member of the Athens Bar Association since 2012. Her extensive experience in handling trademark cases at both national and EU levels, as well as in foreign jurisdictions, has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of IP law.

Specialty

Anti-Counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement

Stavroula Politi specializes in anti-counterfeiting and online brand enforcement. She has been involved in various cases related to trademarks, anti-counterfeiting, and domain name disputes. Her expertise includes trademark prosecution, clearance searches, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the EUIPO, and providing legal advice on brand protection and enforcement of IP rights.

Key Areas of Legal Expertise

Trademark Prosecution: Handling trademark cases at national and EU levels, including foreign jurisdictions.
Trademark Clearance Searches: Conducting thorough searches to ensure trademark availability.
Opposition and Cancellation Proceedings: Representing clients in opposition and cancellation proceedings before the EUIPO.
Brand Protection: Providing legal advice on all aspects of brand protection.
IP Rights Enforcement: Ensuring the protection and defense of IP rights before local enforcement bodies, including customs and police authorities.

Education

Stavroula Politi holds a bachelor’s degree in law from the Law School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She also obtained a Master of Science (MSc) in Business from Alba Graduate Business School.

Achievements and Recognition

Awards:
- Anti-Counterfeiting Law Expert of the Year in Greece: Stavroula Politi (IAM Global Law Experts)
- Recommended individual in the WTR 1000 2024 Intellectual Property rankings
- Mentioned under other key lawyers in the Legal 500 2024 rankings
Industry Rankings:
- Recommended individual in the WTR 1000 2024 Intellectual Property rankings
- Mentioned under other key lawyers in the Legal 500 2024 rankings
Leadership Roles:
- Senior Associate at Dr. Helen G. Papaconstantinou & partners law firm
Contributions to Award-Winning Projects:
- Regularly writes articles on anti-counterfeiting topics and is a contributor to prestigious IP resources
Major Case Successes:
- Extensive experience in handling trademark prosecution, trademark clearance searches, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the EUIPO, and representing international corporate clients to ensure the protection and defense of their IP rights