Our Professionals
Who We Are
We are a team of European Patent Attorneys and IP professionals based in Madrid, Barcelona and Pamplona (Navarra).
In addition to being seasoned in drafting, prosecuting and defending European, Spanish, PCT and national patents abroad, we can assist with our in-house experience in achieving the best protection for inventions.
Founding Partner
European Patent Attorney
- Patents about software and electromechanical inventions.
- Specialized in computer-implemented and artificial intelligence (AI) inventions.
- In-house patent engineer experience.
- Experience in post-grant procedures.
- Industrial designs.
Partner
European Patent Attorney
- Patents about software and electromechanical inventions.
- Specialized in computer-implemented and artificial intelligence (AI) inventions.
- In-house patent engineer experience.
- Experience in post-grant procedures.
- Industrial designs.
Partner
European Patent Attorney
European Patent Litigator
- Patents in the chemistry, life sciences and biotechnology fields.
- Expertise in (bio)materials, biotechnology and pharmaceutical chemistry.
- In-house patent engineer experience.
- Experience in post-grant procedures.
- Expertise in supplementary protection certificates (SPC).
Partner
European Patent Attorney
- Patents about software and electromechanical inventions.
- Specialized in computer-implemented and artificial intelligence (AI) inventions.
- In-house patent engineer experience.
- Experience in post-grant procedures.
- Industrial designs.
Patent Consultant
- Patents in the chemistry, life sciences and biotechnology fields.
- Expertise in biotechnology and plants.
- In-house patent engineer experience.
- Expertise in supplementary protection certificates (SPC).
Trademark Consultant
Paralegal
- National and international trademarks.
- European and international patent prosecution.
- Validation of European patents.
Paralegal
- European and international patent prosecution.
- Validation of European patents.
Praise and Accolades
Several prestigious rankings have recognized the excellent work done by Elion and its professionals:
IP STARS from Managing IP
- Elion: Notable Firm in Spain
- Isabel Pato: Patent Star
- Norman Toporcer: Patent Star
- Núria Roqué: Notable Practitioner


What Peers Say About Us:
“The team’s professionalism is evident in every interaction, from their thorough understanding of technical and legal aspects to their strategic approach in handling complex patent matters. Their customer service stands out, as they consistently prioritise understanding our business objectives and tailoring their advice to align with our goals.”“Elion’s well-organised structure and seamless collaboration within their multidisciplinary team enable them to adapt to diverse IP challenges and consistently deliver high-quality results. These qualities, combined with their dedication to providing personalised and effective solutions, make them an invaluable partner for our intellectual property needs.”
IAM Patent 1000
- Elion: Bronze in Prosecution in Spain
- Isabel Pato: Recommended Individual
- Norman Toporcer: Recommended Individual

What Peers Say About Us:
“Elion IP is outstanding, and it is an absolute pleasure to collaborate with such a firm. Its professionalism, responsiveness and collaborative spirit set a standard that others struggle to match. Without exception, the group deserves the highest praise.”
“Isabel is valued as an extremely important practitioner who is able to understand the technical problems and create robust solutions to each patent claim. She has a brilliant mind and a thorough understanding of the implications of the way the patent and claims are organised.”
“Norman does more than just draft patents. He provides invaluable support in discussing the strategy for the patent family in particular and the intellectual property portfolio as a whole. Norman is an exceptional patent attorney who is of immense value; he comes wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommended. This is rare to find among patent attorneys.”