Our team
Our team is made up of highly trained and passionate professionals who are ready to protect and enhance your company’s intangible assets. Trust us to provide you with tailor-made solutions, backed by in-depth knowledge and experience in the field.
We strive to build strong and long-lasting relationships with our clients, working closely with them to understand their objectives and offer proposals that drive their business success.
Professional Qualifications
Spanish Patent and Trademark Attorney No. 1210/6 | Spanish Patent and Trademark Office
Agent No. 887 | Official Association of Industrial Property Agents (COAPI)
Attorney at law No. 9222 | Valencia Bar Association
Education
LLM Magister Lvcentinvs in IP | University of Alicante
Courses: “IP Law” and “Industrial Agreements and Economic Institutions” | Guildhall University (London)
Bachelor’s degree in Law | University of Valencia
Experience
Rosalía started her career working in Madrid for a top Spanish law firm specialising in IP matters, where she acquired in-depth knowledge on litigation. In 1998, she moved to Alicante and worked for two reputed IP agencies as manager and head of department. In 2005, Rosalía established her own IP firm Ballester i Asociados, now called Ballester IP after a change of name in 2012.
By the end of 2012, Rosalía founded Interty, an association aiming at promoting cooperation amongst its members through the exchange of IP information. Nowadays, Interty has a wide network of members from all continents and continues to grow every year.
Throughout her career, Rosalía has closely worked with clients all over the world from different industries such as retail, toys, furniture, food or cosmetics. She regularly attends the main conferences such as INTA, MARQUES ASIPI, LES, ECTA, PTMG, AIPPI, APAA or CTF to stay updated on the latest IP trends.
She actively collaborates in several INTA subcommittees, and has also held master classes for the Magister Lvcentinvs of the University of Alicante and the Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property of the Universidad Carlos III in Madrid. She is currently acting as secretary for the IP Networking Committee for LES Spain-Portugal and represents ASIPI before EUIPO.
Her professional efforts and her firm’s have been recognised many times by WTR, IAM Patent and IP Stars, among others.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Professional Qualifications
Spanish Patent and Trademark Attorney No. 1149/5 | Spanish Patent and Trademark Office
Attorney at law No. 8428 | Alicante Bar Association
Education
LLM Commercial Law | University of Valencia
Internet Law Course | Center for Financial Studies (CEF)
Bachelor’s degree in Law | University of Alicante
Experience
With over a decade of experience in the field of intellectual property, Lucas joined Ballester IP in 2018 after building his career at other law firms, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), and the Legal Department of the Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) in France.
As a specialized IP attorney, Lucas has become a key figure within the firm in negotiation, complex litigation, and strategic advice for the protection and valuation of intangible assets. His approach combines rigorous legal insight with a deep understanding of the business landscape, enabling him to design effective strategies for both rights enforcement and conflict management. Lucas advises national and international clients in administrative and contentious proceedings, as well as in high-level negotiations involving trademarks, patents, and designs.
Since 2018, he has actively contributed to INTA committees and regularly speaks at forums, seminars, and conferences focused on intellectual property. He also acts as co-chair of the Valuation and Strategy Committee of LES Spain-Portugal.
His professional work has been recognized by prestigious international publications such as IP Stars and World Trademark Review (WTR).
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Education
LLM Magister Lvcentinvs in IP | University of Alicante
Master’s degree in Legal Practice, Advocacy, and Legal Procedures | International University of Valencia
Bachelor’s degree in Law | University of Alicante
Experience
After completing her Master’s in Intellectual Property and Digital Innovation at the University of Alicante, María joined Ballester IP in 2023, where she began developing her professional career in the field of Industrial and Intellectual Property. During her postgraduate studies, she was awarded the Special Prize at the 1st Moot Court organized by the National Council of Law Students, a distinction that reflects her academic excellence and litigation skills.
María has specialized experience in trademark law, actively participating in administrative procedures related to the handling and defense of trademark portfolios, as well as providing strategic legal advice to both national and international clients. Her work also includes negotiation and conflict resolution in matters of Industrial Property, offering a rigorous and results-oriented approach to achieve positive and efficient outcomes for our clients.
Alongside her work at Ballester IP, María successfully completed the Master’s in Legal Practice, Advocacy, and Legal Procedures, earning her law degree and becoming a member of the Alicante Bar Association.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Professional Qualifications
English – Spanish Sworn Translator No. 10464 (Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation)
Education
Master’s degree in Translation and New Technologies | ISTRAD
Bachelor’s degree in Translation and Interpreting (English-Spanish) | University of Alicante
Experience
With over ten years of experience in intellectual property, Manuela has built a solid professional career since 2014 at Ballester IP, where she is an expert in the protection of intangible assets at both national and international level, as well as a specialized translator.
Her work encompasses the comprehensive management of trademark portfolios across all jurisdictions, including audits, strategic assessment, and global protection planning. She also coordinates complex projects related to asset protection and IP transactions and handles the prosecution and monitoring of patent and design procedures, ensuring effective management.
She stands out for her rigorous technical precision and a deep understanding of the international landscape.
Manuela is particularly recognized for overseeing the team’s activities, monitoring the firm’s global operations, and for her strong command of IP-specialized databases.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Professional Qualifications
English – Spanish Sworn Translator No. 9778 (Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation)
Education
Master’s degree in English teaching for secondary education | University of Alicante
Bachelor’s degree in Translation and Interpreting (English-Spanish) | University of Alicante
Experience
With over a decade of experience in the field of industrial property, Nereida has built an outstanding professional career since joining Ballester IP in 2014, where she works as a paralegal and specialized translator. Thanks to her strong linguistic background and deep understanding of industrial property, Nereida handles the prosecution, management, and monitoring of trademarks, patents, and designs across all jurisdictions.
She also plays an active role in the validation of European patents and in coordinating complex trademark and patent projects, ensuring that each stage of the process is carried out with precision, efficiency, and attention to detail. Her ability to work in multicultural environments and her command of several languages allow her to facilitate communication between clients, industrial property offices, and foreign agents, contributing to the smooth progression of projects.
Over the years, Nereida has demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence, confidentiality, and tailored client service, becoming a key member of the team due to her professionalism, versatility, and problem-solving approach.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- French
Education
LLM Magister Lvcentinvs in IP | University of Alicante
Bachelor’s degree in International Relations | University of Alicante
Experience
Javier began his traineeship in Ballester IP after completing a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property and Digital Innovation at the University of Alicante. He has practical experience in trademark matters, particularly within the legal frameworks of Spain and the European Union.
His work includes trademark prosecution and enforcement, conducting infringement searches, gathering evidence of reputation, drafting evidence of use, drafting grounds for opposition, as well as handling invalidity and revocation proceedings.
He is also familiar with trademark renewals, recordals, and other administrative procedures related to trademark portfolio management.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
