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Carey

Intellectual Property

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The protection of intangible assets has become one of the most critical legal areas as companies continue to expand and protect their technologies, brands, products, data, and services.

 

Carey, a market leader in Intellectual Property matters in Chile, provides strategic, commercial and litigation advice to a wide range of companies in the energy, infrastructure, mining, transportation, technology, life sciences, and healthcare sectors.

 

The Intellectual Property group advises clients with a multidisciplinary approach, identifying and protecting their intellectual property rights at each stage of the innovation lifecycle.

 

The vast majority of the team’s lawyers have specialized studies in IP, both in Chile and abroad. The same applies to patent specialists who have advanced scientific degrees, which they combine with a deep and technical knowledge of the industry. The group works closely with Carey’s litigation and public law departments.

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Intellectual Property - Chile

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Carey is a stellar full-service firm that offers an outstanding practice in Chile's intellectual property field. The bench is well equipped to handle complex matters, including patent and trade mark prosecution. The department's prestigious clients look to the firm to protect their rights through IP litigation, such as cancellation and opposition matters. The law firm stands out for its advice to Chilean and international clients from a wide variety of industries, including sports clothing, food and beverages, and pharmaceuticals.

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Strengths

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  • Carey delivers a premium service marked by high-quality work, professionalism and speed, with lawyers who are highly capable and specialised in the IP field.

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  • Carey stands out for its broad and strategic vision of intellectual property law, responding quickly and appropriately.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Francisco Carey
    Francisco Carey

    Francisco Carey

    Renowned practitioner and co-head of department Francisco Carey is widely regarded as a top choice for intellectual property matters in Chile. He operates a broad practice providing expert advice on trade marks and patents.

    • Francisco Carey is a great lawyer who is very intelligent, competent and judicious. He is also extremely professional.

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    • Francisco Carey responds in a timely manner when I need support with complex issues. His proactivity, knowledge in the IP field and professionalism are remarkable.

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  • Guillermo Carey
    Guillermo Carey

    Guillermo Carey

    Longstanding partner and co-head of department Guillermo Carey is highlighted for his strategic and expert advice on intellectual property matters in Chile, including trade marks and patents.

    • Guillermo Carey combines commercial insight with legal experience in a complementary way, giving him a strategic approach to problem-solving.

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  • Fernando García
    Fernando García

    Fernando García

    Co-head of department Fernando García is based in Santiago, where he routinely advises a range of clients on IP matters in Chile. He is noted for his advice on patent protection.

    • Fernando García offers strong insights on patent matters and consistently produces high-quality work.

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  • Catalina Aldunate
    Catalina Aldunate

    Catalina Aldunate

    Associate-to-watch Catalina Aldunate is lauded for her experience supporting clients with their IP-related rights in the Chilean market.

    • Catalina Aldunate is an extremely good lawyer; she has technical and in-depth knowledge of intellectual property topics.

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