Intellectual Property
Latin America Guide 2025 : Argentina
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Provided by Marval O'Farrell Mairal
Marval is equally strong in patents, trademarks and IP litigation. We assist clients with the most high profile, complex and sophisticated IP matters.
Our IP department provides a comprehensive service covering searching, filing, prosecution, registration and protection of IP rights including patents, industrial designs, trademarks, copyrights, domain names, and plant varieties. We handle dispute resolution, border measures, transactional due diligence, technology transfer, data protection, advertising and entertainment law, internet and information technology, and unfair competition.
Chambers Review
Marval O'Farrell Mairal is a powerhouse full-service firm with a standout IP department. Its experienced bench of noteworthy practitioners is frequently retained by local and international companies to handle a multitude of complex issues, including trade mark and patent prosecution, as well as contentious proceedings. The department is highly valued for its expertise in representing pharmaceutical companies, particularly in obtaining preliminary injunctions for patents. The firm's clients include both local and international companies, hailing from various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, manufacturing and entertainment.
Work Highlights
- Marval O'Farrell Mairal assisted the Scotch Whisky Association in its application for the recognition of scotch whisky as a geographical indication in Argentina.
Strengths
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"Marval O'Farrell Mairal's patent team is the ultimate dream team in Argentina. They are highly responsible and are committed to understanding the company's needs."
"The advice from Marval has been crucial for our success. All questions are answered on time and with the expected level of accuracy."
"Marval O'Farrell Mairal's patent team is the ultimate dream team in Argentina. They are highly responsible and are committed to understanding the company's needs."
"The advice from Marval has been crucial for our success. All questions are answered on time and with the expected level of accuracy."
Notable Practitioners
Established partner and co-head of department Iris Quadrio rises in the rankings this year following solid market commendation for her adept handling and strong expertise in trade mark matters. She often advises local and international clients on registrations and opposition cases.
"It is a pleasure to work with Iris Quadrio. She provides clear and pragmatic advice."
Esteemed partner and co-head of department Martín Bensadón continues to be recognised as a leading voice on patent matters in Argentina. He is well regarded and respected by peers, who praise his experience and qualifications.
"Martín is very thorough and knowledgeable. He is an expert in the patent area."
Noted partner and co-head of department Gustavo Giay is frequently sought out by clients to assist with intellectual property enforcement in Argentina, including injunctions and trade mark registrations.
"Gustavo Giay is a smart and savvy attorney with years of experience. We trust him deeply."
Noted partner Ignacio Manuel Sánchez Echagüe continues to be recognised for his work in Argentina assisting clients with patent infringement cases and preliminary injunctions.
"Ignacio Sánchez is a solid and clear lawyer with excellent commercial vision."
Solid partner and co-head of department Sergio Ellmann plays a key role advising clients on trade mark prosecution and portfolio management matters in Argentina.
Solid partner Martín Chajchir is noted for his expertise in anti-counterfeiting, with vast experience in preliminary injunctions as well as trade mark registrations and contentious work in Argentina.
"Martín Chajchir is responsive, knowledgeable and practical. He understands marketplace issues and reality, which is helpful in both prosecution and dispute matters."
Associate-to-watch Verónica María Canese Méndez frequently represents clients in copyright litigation proceedings, as well as trade mark prosecutions and oppositions.
"Verónica Canese brings agility, practicality and flexibility to the team."
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