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Intellectual Property - Guatemala
What the Team is Known For
Palomo Abogados benefits from a dynamic intellectual property department in Guatemala that assists an impressive client portfolio and is frequently retained by major international brand names from the technology, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage industries. The law firm has noted expertise in trade mark mandates and deals with filings, infringement and enforcement, in addition to litigious proceedings. Its solid team is also known to provide counsel on anti-counterfeiting matters.
Strengths
Palomo Abogados' team not only demonstrates strong understanding of the legal practice and procedures in the region, but it also has depth of experience in handling a variety of issues.
Palomo Abogados is a law firm with outstanding capabilities in the legal market to handle complex issues.
Work Highlights
Palomo Abogados advised Starbucks on managing its entire trade mark portfolio in Guatemala.
Notable practitioners
Highly regarded partner and co-head of department Héctor Palomo has outstanding experience advising on sophisticated contentious proceedings in the Guatemalan intellectual property space, including trade mark prosecution, enforcement and oppositions, as well as actions by the Registry of Intellectual Property.
Héctor Palomo is a great leader in the legal industry and an excellent human being. His extensive knowledge and warmth make him a great lawyer.
Distinguished partner and department co-head Sandra Iriarte is highly sought after for her prowess in IP work. She advises on a wide range of mandates, including the management of regional IP portfolios, trade mark and patent registrations, as well as prosecution and enforcement matters.
Sandra Iriarte is an excellent professional, and her knowledge of intellectual property is remarkable. Additionally, she is an excellent person with a very warm and pleasant approach to clients.
Associate-to-watch Paula Passarelli remains active managing regional portfolios and assisting clients with anti-counterfeiting matters in Guatemala.
Paula Passarelli is an incredibly talented lawyer. Not only does she possess a sharp intellect and a sound understanding of law and procedure, but she also brings a unique human touch to her practice.