Julia Holden
Partner
jholden@trevisancuonzo.com
About
Julia is a senior partner and jointly qualified both as an English solicitor and an Italian attorney. She has been practising law with Trevisan & Cuonzo since its establishment in 1993. Julia has worked with Anglo and American companies and multinational corporations for many years providing advice on all aspects of intellectual property and in particular trademark protection and enforcement including litigation, anti-counterfeiting, unfair competition and customs monitoring in diverse industries. Julia has worked with a broad range of clients.
Julia is member of INTA Law Firm Committee for the 2026–2027 Term and Active Member of MARQUES Copyright Committee.
Practice Areas
Education & More
Admission
England – Solicitor (1990)
Italy – Avvocato (2009)
Education
College of Law (1987)
University of Sussex (B.A. Law and German 1986)
University of Constance (1985)
Languages
Advising a UK government agency on antitrust liability relating to database rights and copyright enforcement
Advising and representing one of the world leading luxury hotel chains in a multifaceted trademark dispute
Advising a multinational manufacturer of bodycare products
Advising heavyweight motorcycles, parts and accessories
Advising a leading mobile operator in respect of trademark issues
Advising a world leader in the drinks industry on trademark protection
Co-author of Proprietà industriale, intellettuale e IT, IPSOA Gruppo Wolters Kluwer, Milan, 2013, 2017 and 2022
Editor of Fashion Law Guide, The Global Legal Media Post, 2021 and 2024
Principal Editor of the Trademark Cancellations: International Practice and Procedure, online INTA publication
Member of “Intellectual Property Magazine’s” Advisory Panel
Contributor to INTA’s Country Guides Third Edition, 2002 and INTA’s ‘The Community Trademark; Regulations, Practice and Procedure’, First Edition, 2003
“Julia Holden is an excellent practitioner for trademark applications and opposition proceedings in Italy“, WTR 1000, 2026
“Julia Holden’s exceptional client service stems from her pragmatic approach and knack for devising practical solutions, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes”, WTR 1000, 2025
“Julia Holden specifically stands out as an expert in trademark law in addition to being very business savvy and a tough negotiator”, The Legal 500, 2024
Dynamic duo Julia Holden and Lia Puntieri, who are “extremely responsive and have never lost a case for us”, WTR 1000, 2023
Holden is “an invaluable asset to anyone looking to protect their rights in Italy. She is bright, creative and dynamic, as well as an excellent communicator who is brilliant at translating legal complexities into concise, commercial advice”, WTR 1000, 2021
“Julia Holden receives recognition internationally as an expert in trademark protection, enforcement and development for major brands names”, Who’s Who Legal – Trademarks, 2019
“Superb – handles cases excellently and has shaped the international and commercially focused culture of the firm”, The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals, 2018, World Trademark Review
“English solicitor and Italian attorney Holden is the touchpoint for many international clients; her broad practice spans the trademark spectrum”, The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals 2017
“Highly capable and outstanding, dual qualified in the United Kingdom and Italy”, WTR 1000, The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals, 2015
“Julia marked 20 years with the firm in 2013. She garners worldwide respect”, WTR 1000, 2014
“The breadth of knowledge of UK lawyer Julia Holden is vital in servicing foreign clients that register in Italy”, WTR 1000, 2013
