# Caroline Levesque Caroline is a dedicated lawyer with over 16 years of experience specializing in IP law, including patents, designs, trademarks, copyright, unfair competition, and free-riding. Renowned for her strategic expertise and client-centric approach, Caroline safeguards and enhances the value of creative, brand, design, and technological assets for clients across diverse industries. Recognized by several international rankings and publications as an expert in IP litigation, Caroline has a proven track record of successfully representing major companies in complex disputes involving patents, trademarks, designs, and copyright. Her extensive experience in litigation is complemented by her ability to offer strategic, commercially-focused advice, making her a trusted advisor in navigating the complex landscape of intellectual property. Caroline’s practice encompasses patent, trademark, and design protection, copyright enforcement, unfair competition cases, and anti-free-riding strategies. She excels in conducting IP validity analysis, negotiating and drafting licensing agreements, and providing proactive legal guidance tailored to clients’ business objectives. Beyond her legal practice, Caroline is an active contributor to the IP community, frequently sharing her insights at conferences, publishing articles on IP developments, and participating in industry associations. Her commitment to staying at the forefront of IP law ensures that her clients benefit from the most current and effective strategies to protect and leverage their intellectual property assets. ### Representative matters - Representing a holder of standard-essential patents in FRAND litigation before the Paris local division of the Unified Patent Court, addressing complex valuation, licensing, and competition-law issues - Acting for a claimant seeking the revocation of a patent before the Paris central division of the Unified Patent Court - Acting for a claimant in high-stakes patent litigation concerning the landing gear of a helicopter, securing a successful outcome in a technically complex dispute. - Defending a biotechnology company in a patent infringement action involving an HIV-detection method, achieving a favorable result in a matter combining scientific and procedural sophistication. - Successfully representing a manufacturer accused of infringing a patent relating to a composite yarn incorporating a fire-retardant filler for sun-protection applications. - Acting for a claimant in patent litigation concerning the mechanical head of an industrial robot, navigating intricate technical evidence to obtain a successful judgment. - Advising and representing jewelry designers in copyright, design, unfair-competition, and parasitism disputes - Assisting major retail companies with trademark and packaging design matters, including enforcement strategies and defense against third-party claims. - Supporting automotive industry clients in patent and design-related issues, from strategic protection to contentious proceedings ### Professional affiliations - Association française pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (AFPPI) - Association internationale pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (AIPPI) - Groupe Rhône-Alpes de l’Association française et de l’Association internationale pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (GRAPI) - European Patent Lawyer Association (EPLAW) - Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles (APRAM) ### Publications - Global Patent Litigation, French Chapter, under the direction of Michael C. Elmer et C. Gregory Gramenopoulos ### What others say - “Caroline Levesque and Florence Jacquand showcase their remarkable litigation prowess, maintaining unwavering composure and sharp focus even when the pressure is on.” IAM Patent 2025 - “A wonderful practitioner who is highly skilled and responsive” IAM Patent 2024 - “Caroline is simply excellent in patent law. She works really well with her clients and always seeks to understand their business concerns. She builds a strategy alongside the patron, whether plaintiff or defendant, in order to protect their interests.” IAM Patent 2023 - “Sabine Agé, Florence Jacquand, Caroline Levesque and Amandine Métier are an excellent team. They are extremely experienced in all aspects of patent litigation. Working with them is very reassuring. In particular, they are very comfortable handling multi-jurisdictional patent litigation. They are convincing to the magistrates during oral hearings, which is a considerable asset for the clients.” IAM Patent 2023 ### Representative matters - Representing a holder of standard-essential patents in FRAND litigation before the Paris local division of the Unified Patent Court, addressing complex valuation, licensing, and competition-law issues - Acting for a claimant seeking the revocation of a patent before the Paris central division of the Unified Patent Court - Acting for a claimant in high-stakes patent litigation concerning the landing gear of a helicopter, securing a successful outcome in a technically complex dispute. - Defending a biotechnology company in a patent infringement action involving an HIV-detection method, achieving a favorable result in a matter combining scientific and procedural sophistication. - Successfully representing a manufacturer accused of infringing a patent relating to a composite yarn incorporating a fire-retardant filler for sun-protection applications. - Acting for a claimant in patent litigation concerning the mechanical head of an industrial robot, navigating intricate technical evidence to obtain a successful judgment. - Advising and representing jewelry designers in copyright, design, unfair-competition, and parasitism disputes - Assisting major retail companies with trademark and packaging design matters, including enforcement strategies and defense against third-party claims. - Supporting automotive industry clients in patent and design-related issues, from strategic protection to contentious proceedings ## Professional affiliations - Association française pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (AFPPI) - Association internationale pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (AIPPI) - Groupe Rhône-Alpes de l’Association française et de l’Association internationale pour la protection de la propriété intellectuelle (GRAPI) - European Patent Lawyer Association (EPLAW) - Association des Praticiens du Droit des Marques et des Modèles (APRAM) ## Publications - Global Patent Litigation, French Chapter, under the direction of Michael C. Elmer et C. Gregory Gramenopoulos ## What others say - “Caroline Levesque and Florence Jacquand showcase their remarkable litigation prowess, maintaining unwavering composure and sharp focus even when the pressure is on.” IAM Patent 2025 - “A wonderful practitioner who is highly skilled and responsive” IAM Patent 2024 - “Caroline is simply excellent in patent law. She works really well with her clients and always seeks to understand their business concerns. She builds a strategy alongside the patron, whether plaintiff or defendant, in order to protect their interests.” IAM Patent 2023 - “Sabine Agé, Florence Jacquand, Caroline Levesque and Amandine Métier are an excellent team. They are extremely experienced in all aspects of patent litigation. Working with them is very reassuring. In particular, they are very comfortable handling multi-jurisdictional patent litigation. They are convincing to the magistrates during oral hearings, which is a considerable asset for the clients.” IAM Patent 2023