Intellectual Property

The ACCRALAW Intellectual Property Department (IPD) provides innovative solutions for the management and protection of intellectual property rights. The Firm represents both local and foreign clients in registering and maintaining patents, trademarks, and copyrights in the Philippines. To secure these assets globally, ACCRALAW utilizes an extensive network of overseas correspondent law firms to lodge applications in foreign jurisdictions.

Beyond registration, the Firm leads enforcement efforts against counterfeiting, piracy, and unfair competition. Its legal team successfully prosecutes criminal, civil, and administrative infringement cases to protect well-known brands. Backed by highly trained lawyers, competent paralegals, and technical consultants, ACCRALAW remains active in international IP associations and is consistently recognized worldwide for its outstanding track record.

Additionally, the ACCRALAW IPD handles data privacy compliance through its Data Privacy & Security Group (DPSG). The team guides clients through the mandates of the Data Privacy Act and the National Privacy Commission. IPD-DPSG conducts privacy impact assessments, drafts privacy manuals, trains processing personnel, and establishes data breach protocols. They also review data-sharing contracts and manage security incidents to protect corporate operations.