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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

Intellectual Property

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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

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Morais Leitão provides a wide range of services in the field of intellectual property, namely in all matters relating to patents, trademarks, copyrights, image rights, entertainment, drawings and models, electronic commerce, advertisement law and data protection.

Litigation services and support are offered, where required, as are services oriented towards consultancy and the provision of services in the area of contracts and the management of intellectual and industrial rights.

The Lex Mundi global network of leading law firms in some 100 jurisdictions, of which Morais Leitão is a part, constitutes a decisive factor in facilitating the provision of an international service on matters related to intellectual property. We have access to up-to-date information on foreign legislation and the capacity to organize cross-border teams.

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Intellectual Property - Portugal

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados has a notable team with significant experience advising on life sciences regulatory matters such as the supply of medicines and the distribution of medical devices. The team also assists with the authorisation of medical cannabis products. It offers further activity in tackling IP mandates such as patent litigation, trade mark prosecution and oppositions and copyright infringement. It is often retained by well-known clients active in the pharmaceutical, sports and telecommunications industries.

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Work Highlights

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  • Morais Leitão advised Teva on the defense of its patent rights over one of its products in Portugal.

Strengths

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  • Morais Leitão's service is excellent. It is very quick and responsive and the work produced is always of high quality.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • Morais Leitão is distinguished for its knowledge, client service and availability.

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  • Morais Leitão has the ability to fully and quickly understand client needs.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • Morais Leitão is capable of handling the most challenging matters. Its strategic advice is a true strength.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade
    Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade

    Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade

    Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade is experienced in patent litigation and the negotiation of IP licensing agreements. He also advises on trade mark and copyright disputes, including infringement and opposition proceedings.

    • Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade is an excellent lawyer who delivers flawless work.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • He is diligent and takes everything into consideration. This is evident in how he deals with with counterparties which showcases his outstanding ability to have our interests at heart.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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Ranked Individuals at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados (1)

Portugal

  • Profile image of Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade

    Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade

    Head of Intellectual Property

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