Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Philippines
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Provided by Federis & Associates
Work Handled
The Firm handles all areas of intellectual property law – litigation, prosecution, enforcement, maintenance, clearance, licensing, and contract review.
Federis has been cited by the IPOPHL as the top trademark filer in the Philippines. It also is also a top filer of patent applications and inter partes cases in the Philippines, as well as one of the highest in official fee remittances for the past few years. The firm has been identified as one of the top law firms for patent prosecution and its attorneys have been cited by Asialaw Leading Lawyers as one of the leading experts in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Firm boasts a team of highly qualified attorneys, lawyers, licensed patent and trademark agents, engineers, paralegals and technical staff. The attorneys at Federis draw their skill and expertise from their unique experiences working exclusively in the field of intellectual property law.
Industries
Agriculture, Biotechnology, Automotives, Consumer Goods, Cosmetics, Electronics, Fashion, Film, Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Furnishing, Hotel, Media and Entertainment, Luxury Goods, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceutical, Retail, Software, Technology, Telecommunications.
Clients
Koninklijke Philips N.V., Signify, Universal City Studios, Inc., Universal Music Group, Yahoo! Inc., Mattel, Inc., Chanel SARL, Philip Morris International, Beiersdorf AG, Marriott International Corp., PLDT Global Corporation, Expedia Group, Tencent Holdings Ltd., QAF Ltd.
Provided by Chambers
Federis & Associates is a well-regarded boutique law firm in the Philippines known for its work in intellectual property. The firm is especially noted for its expertise in patent and trademark prosecution and is also active in enforcement, as well as IP litigation. The team is also well placed to assist with the filing of trade mark applications.
Provided by Chambers
Federis & Associates successfully represented GOPRO in two oppositions, one concerning an application for the client’s house mark GOPRO covering goods in Class 10, and another opposition to the mark ZOMAX.
Provided by Chambers
Federis & Associates is able to identify key issues and provide nuanced advice resulting in an informed decision. Good communications skills facilitate ease of understanding of complex issues.
Because of its strong international clientele and deep market connections in the Philippines, Federis & Associates has remarkable expertise and insight.
Provided by Chambers
Mila Federis is known to handle substantial IP portfolios. She has an exclusive focus on IP, particularly in litigation and prosecution. Additionally, she provides counsel on trade secrets, franchising and licensing.
Mila is approachable and always willing to assist. Her depth of knowledge and savviness in the industry enables her to deal with issues fast and well.
Mila Federis is an established lawyer with a very strong reputation, and she is very responsive.
Intellectual Property
Provided by Federis & Associates
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