Intellectual Property: Patent - Brazil
What the team is known for
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 good professionals who are constantly updated. Great level of economic and international knowledge. They have a very good world-view perception."
"Guerra IP are well known for their contentious trade mark capabilities, innovative and creative solutions, clear communication and successful outcomes."
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. "Lovely to work with."
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. "Alberto is a client-focused lawyer."
Cristina Guerra joins the rankings following a strong endorsement of her work and knowledge. Guerra is frequently sought out by clients to handle patent and trade mark prosecution and management of portfolios. "Cristina Guerra is an excellent and seasoned lawyer with a clear international view and high level of sophistication. She has close ties with international IP practices, and actively works in various well-known international organisations and committees, which provide her with well-deserved visibility." "She is the go-to lawyer if I have an issue and want to question something. She's a well-versed, very good lawyer. I respect her insights and judgements." "I have known Cristina Guerra and her team for many years and her work is always of impeccable quality." "We have worked with Cristina for a long time and we have always been pleased with her services."
