Based in Porto Alegre, Guerra IP is a well-regarded intellectual property boutique. It provides advice for domestic and international clients on the full gamut of matters, including copyright litigation, trade mark prosecution and transfer of technology and coexistence agreements. The team represents companies from various sectors, such as gaming, technology, shoe manufacturing and the chemical industry. Its clients also benefit from multi-jurisdictional portfolio management.

Strengths
“They have profound market and legal knowledge. The team is very strong and projects are always well staffed with very capable lawyers. Very responsive.”

“They are a traditional law firm. They are good, fast and an important player in the IP field in Brazil.”

Work highlights
Guerra IP assists Firmenich with all of their IP related matters, including trademark prosecution.

Notable practitioners
Ricardo Pinho is a seasoned practitioner in the IP arena, especially handling court actions regarding patent cancellation and infringement, as well as appealing patent rejections. “He is a respected litigator.”

Alberto Guerra advises clients on patent issues including portfolio management, as well as theft of technology, violation of patent registration and breach of transfer of technology agreements. “He has a long track record in the field. He is good and fast. An important figure in Brazil.” “He is a good professional.”

Cristina Guerra is frequently sought out by clients to handle patent and trade mark prosecution and management of portfolios. “I have always been very impressed with her legal analyses and results. I trust her judgment without restrictions. Cristina’s work is always tailored to the client’s needs.” “She has expertise in trade mark protection and provides expert recommendations in the field.”

Chambers and Partners

The highly responsive team at Guerra IP applies a personalised approach to the protection of international clients’ innovations and business objectives. Well respected for its ability to achieve beneficial settlements on behalf of patrons by enacting combative negotiation proceedings, the team shines particularly when it comes to contentious matters and negotiations. Head of the patent department Alberto Guerra has more than 30 years of experience in the field, amassing a supreme level of intelligence when confronting the complexities of all areas of patent practice. His team includes the commercially savvy Flavio Leonardos and Ricardo Pinho. Leonardos is an outstanding litigator; he is renowned for setting important precedents in the field of regulatory work and software rights. Working in intellectual property since 1984, Pinho coordinates registration plans, and supports in demanding infringement cases and patent monetisation; his comprehensive skills are enjoyed by numerous international names. Over the past year the elite team has deployed its technical awareness and legal prowess in the life sciences and manufacturing industries.

IAM Patent 1000

“The team is well experienced and proactively provides advice beyond the basics. The team at Guerra is also very capable with more advanced prosecutions services in their jurisdiction.”

“They are always reliable, responsive and on time.”

“We appreciate the clear advice and prompt reply.”

“We value their reliability, good communication and excellent work product.”

IP Stars

Located in both Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro, Guerra IP is an IP specialist firm that covers all areas of IP, including IP litigation, licensing contracts, copyright and portfolio management. The team is comprised of a number of patent attorneys as well as trade mark specialists, who work for a diversity of international and local clients. Highly regarded IP experts Alberto Guerra and Cristina Guerra are both based in Porto Alegre and co-lead the practice alongside Flavio Leonardos in Rio de Janeiro. Leonardos centres his practice on patents, IP licensing and other IP regulatory work and works closely with copyright and trade mark specialist Ricardo Pinho, who joined the firm again in July 2023.

Testimonials
‘Very responsive, reliable and advice in proper English – these points are key, and I have not found any other firm before that was able to fulfil those requirements. The advice provided is always detailed, on-target and very helpful.’

‘Cristina Guerra – I’ve known her and her work for almost twenty years, and she manages our matters in the most effective manner. Ricardo Pinho – outstanding knowledge of IP law in Brazil, quick and effective advice.’

Legal 500