Carlos Cucurella, IP Attorney in New York
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Carlos Cucurella is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on IP.
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- Handles IP matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Carlos Cucurella: Carlos Cucurella is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Carlos's practice areas in New York
Carlos concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carlos handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in New York
Carlos takes ip matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carlos agrees to represent you.
Biography
Carlos Cucurella, ip attorney serving New York
Carlos Cucurella is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on IP. Carlos works from New York and takes on ip matters across the region.
Carlos Cucurella, a Barcelona native who practiced law in Spain, focuses on international IP and brand protection. He manages worldwide trademark portfolios and advises clients on international trademark clearance, registration, licensing, anti-counterfeiting, policing, and enforcement. He also represents and advises clients in domain name disputes, online enforcement, and social media. His work frequently includes counseling clients on complex trademark filing programs and multicountry opposition and infringement actions. Fluent in Catalan, Spanish, and French, and admitted to practice in Spain, Carlos has extensive experience in European Union intellectual property law, as well as trademark practice in Latin America and Asia – especially in China. In connection with corporate transactions, Carlos conducts due diligence on intellectual property-related aspects of the deal and negotiates and drafts assignment, license, and coexistence agreements. Working with clients ranging from startups to large, internationally known corporations, his clients reflect industries including financial and consulting services, pharmaceuticals, hotels, real estate, retail, entertainment, fashion and apparel, and consumer and luxury goods.
How Carlos handles ip matters
Carlos Cucurella, a Barcelona native who practiced law in Spain, focuses on international IP and brand protection. He manages worldwide trademark portfolios and advises clients on international trademark clearance, registration, licensing, anti-counterfeiting, policing, and enforcement. He also represents and advises clients in domain name disputes, online enforcement, and social media. His work…
The kind of cases Carlos takes
Carlos reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Carlos studied and practices
New York University
LLM · 2000
Jurisdictions
Carlos's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
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Spain, Barcelona
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Carlos studied at LLM in New York University.
Law school and academic background
Carlos completed LLM in New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carlos runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Carlos's legal honors and published work
Carlos has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026).
Locations
Carlos Cucurella's office in New York
Carlos's primary office is at 151 West 42nd Street, 17th Floor, New York, New York, 10036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Carlos Cucurella — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carlos usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carlos charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carlos will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carlos
Carlos discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carlos confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carlos's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carlos Cucurella
How much does it cost to hire Carlos for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carlos walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carlos offer a free consultation?
Carlos charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Carlos's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in New York typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carlos gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carlos take my case if I'm outside New York?
Carlos is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carlos will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carlos?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carlos will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carlos accepting new ip clients right now?
Carlos's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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