"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,..."
"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..."
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.
"“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..."
“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.”
"Guerra IP is praised for its ‘very serious, professional team’. The department draws from its dedicated trade mark and patent practices to advise its client roster of international and domestic clients regarding their IP needs. With offices in both Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre, the team advises on..."
Guerra IP is praised for its ‘very serious, professional team’. The department draws from its dedicated trade mark and patent practices to advise its client roster of international and domestic clients regarding their IP needs. With offices in both Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre, the team advises on the full suite of patent and trade mark matters, from filing and prosecution to enforcement. The team is also notable for its work in negotiating and closing settlement agreements, licences, and similar technology transactions. Patent and litigation matters are led by Alberto Guerra, who stands out for his sports-related expertise, particularly in anti-counterfeiting and false marketing. Flavio Leonardos co-heads the patent and litigation department, focusing on IP licensing and commercialisation. Cristina Guerra spearheads the international trade mark arm of the practice, focusing on clients entering Brazil requiring IP planning and strategy assistance.
Testimonials
‘Responsive, provides commercial advice and cost-effective solutions.’
‘Guerra IP is a long-standing player for full IP legal services in Brazil. A very serious, professional team with a very responsive delivery.’
‘Alberto Guerra and Christina Guerra are leading professional practitioners. Both very knowledgable and people to trust with your work.’
"“The very diligent and highly experienced team” at Guerra IP provides strategic advice on every aspect of the trademark lifecycle. Customers acknowledge the “decades-long relationships” they have maintained with the firm, praising their “thoughtful and timely delivery. They are a reference point for issues in Brazil.” The key point..."
“The very diligent and highly experienced team” at Guerra IP provides strategic advice on every aspect of the trademark lifecycle. Customers acknowledge the “decades-long relationships” they have maintained with the firm, praising their “thoughtful and timely delivery. They are a reference point for issues in Brazil.” The key point of contact is Cristina Guerra. She leads the trademark practice with deep knowledge of the market as well as skills in both litigation and prosecution for local and international companies. Under Cristina’s direction, the team works particularly in the electronics, gaming and cannabis industries.
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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.”
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