Department profile
Fernández & Fernández

Intellectual Property

Latin America Guide 2027 : Guatemala


Fernández & Fernández

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With more than 60 years of experience, being a pioneer in the intellectual property rights field, given the importance of IP protection for a growing global economy and market, Fernández & Fernández is distinguished by its long tradition of service specializing in Intellectual Property and related matters.

Such services include trademarks, patents, industrial design, copyright and related rights, anti-counterfeiting, and unfair competition, licensing, transfer of IP rights and litigation.

Significant experience representing domestic and international clients, in various industry sectors, such as automotive, social media, fashion, entertainment,  healthcare, pharmaceutical, chemical, food, electronics, veterinary, agriculture,  hospitality, insurance, and financial services,  among others. 

The firm has successfully represented clients in complex cases, including administrative cases being discussed before Guatemala's Intellectual Property Registry and higher authorities; litigation before Civil and Criminal courts;  Non-Use Cancellation Actions;  Anti-Counterfeiting investigation, Cease and Desist and Warning Letters, negotiation of Agreements, border measures with authorities to prevent counterfeit product from entering the territory, destruction of counterfeit goods and obtaining payment of compensatory or punitive damages for clients.

To be efficient and successful in the defense of our client´s rights and protect their interests is our goal.

Clients (17)

  • Audi AG
  • Facebook, Inc.
  • Christian Dior Couture
  • Crayola Properties, Inc.
  • Hallmark Cards, Inc.
  • Dayspring Cards, Inc.
  • Foot Locker Retail, Inc.
  • McIlhenny Company
  • Boss Audio Systems, Inc.
  • Abelman, Frayne & Schwab
  • Sughrue Mion, PLLC
  • Citizen Watch Co. Ltd.
  • Vet Brands International, Inc.
  • ASICS Corporation
  • MACKAYS Stores Limited
  • Ilegal Mezcal, S.A.
  • Hilton Worldwide Holding LLP

Industries (20)

  • Automotive
  • Social Media
  • Entertainment
  • Fashion
  • Food
  • Healthcare
  • Electronics
  • Chemical
  • Agriculture
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Veterinary
  • Hotel
  • Alcohol
  • Retail
  • Watch
  • Handicraft
  • Power Tools
  • Machine Tools
  • Toy
  • Tobacco

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Intellectual Property - Guatemala

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Fernández & Fernández has a recognised intellectual property practice in Guatemala. The team has experience in advising clients on trade mark and copyright enforcement matters, with further activity in portfolio management. The department attracts clients from a variety of industries, including fashion, media and entertainment as well as food and beverage.

Work Highlights

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  • Fernández & Fernández represented Pharmalys Laboratories in a trade mark opposition filed by Abbott Laboratories and concerning PrimaSure.

Strengths

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  • Fernández & Fernández lawyers provide prompt, organised and accurate responses. The team demonstrates a strong understanding of the business context and tailors its recommendations to the client's practical needs.

    Intellectual Property respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Carina Fernández
    Band 2Carina Fernández

    Carina Fernández

    Department head Carina Fernández remains a strong player in the Guatemalan intellectual property field. She is frequently sought after for her expertise in trade mark infringement, opposition and anti-counterfeiting proceedings.

    • Carina Fernández’s explanations are always clear, concise and easy to understand. She pays close attention to every detail, so we entrust cases to her with confidence.

      Intellectual Property respondentLatin America

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