Intellectual Property - Caribbean-wide
What the team is known for
MINIÑO Abogados has a respected intellectual property practice based in Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic. The firm is well versed in strategic portfolio management, coordinating filings across the entire Caribbean region. It is equally skilled at opposition proceedings, with considerable experience in cross-border litigation and anti-counterfeiting/anti-piracy measures more generally, and further expertise in the area of IP commercialisation. The team acts for a client base that includes several well-known names in the food and beverage, media and technology sectors.
Strengths
"MINIÑO is quick to respond and very effective with their suggestions. We were very happy with their service."
"They add value by proactively suggesting what needs to get done and predicting what may happen."
Work highlights
MINIÑO Abogados acted for Salesforce on the filing of its trade mark portfolio in 15 Caribbean countries.
Notable practitioners
Urko Ochoa heads the firm's intellectual property practice. He is based in Santo Domingo and is well known both within the Dominican Republic and across the region. He assists his clients with the management of their IP portfolios throughout the Caribbean, coordinating and advising on filings, as well as acting on brand protection matters and enforcement proceedings. He is particularly well versed in cross-border IP litigation. "Urko stands out for his quick responses, willingness to help and his excellent manner with the client." "Urko is smart, savvy and strategic."
