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The IP Department is lead by Partner Mauricio Patiño whorelies on 3 Senior Associates acting as directors of different and specializedinternal practices, which results in sharper and "tailored made"legal advice to satisfy client's needs. Zoraida Fonseca heads the localtrademark and parent area; Camilo Suarez leads the IP enforcement and unfaircompetition litigation and foreign patent practice; and Gerardo Florez is incharge of the management of foreign trademark portfolios, copyright, domainnames, data protection, start-ups and health registration matters.

Even though the Department is recognized for providing IPtraditional counsel, our team is renowned for providing added value servicesincluding but no limited to drafting of IP manuals; registration ofnon-conventional trademarks; training of client's personnel in intellectualproperty matters; active seeking of advanced IP infringements; settlement andIP dispute resolutions; unfair competition litigation; advice to technologystartup companies; sanitary matters in the pharma, foodstuffs and cosmeticssectors; strategic management of local client's portfolios abroad with presencein more than 120 countries; advise on data protection issues; among others.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Colombia

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a notable team that is experienced in providing assistance on a broad mix of intellectual property issues in Colombia. The department covers both trade marks and patent concerns, including handling prosecution, enforcement and litigation, and also acts for clients in copyright infringement and anti-counterfeiting cases.

Work Highlights

  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría represented Despegar in pre-litigation negotiations over alleged copyright infringement involving the misuse of songs from Instagram’s music library.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Gerardo Flórez
4
Gerardo Flórez
4
Band 4

Dynamic partner Gerardo Flórez is well versed in Colombian copyright and trade mark law, assisting both local and international clients.

We are grateful for the high level of service that Gerardo Flórez provides. His in-depth knowledge of the intellectual property domain has been a guarantee for the decisions we have made.

Mauricio Patiño Bonnet
4
Mauricio Patiño Bonnet
Head of Intellectual Property
4
Band 4

Experienced practitioner Mauricio Patiño Bonnet enjoys a long-standing track record in the Colombian intellectual property arena, assisting clients with both trade marks and patent mandates.

Mauricio Patiño Bonnet worked with us for over ten years and understands our core interests. He is always available and he has built an exceptional service tailored to our needs and expectations.

Camilo Suárez
Camilo Suárez
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Camilo Suárez continues to draw outstanding market recognition for his solid expertise in the intellectual property domain. He offers a solid practice advising clients on contentious IP mandates in Colombia.

Camilo Suárez is an excellent professional with deep knowledge and experience. He inspires trust, is approachable, empathetic and a pleasure to work with, thanks to his thoughtful, attentive service.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Intellectual Property

Gerardo Flórez
4
Gerardo Flórez
4
Band 4
Mauricio Patiño Bonnet
4
Mauricio Patiño Bonnet
Head of Intellectual Property
4
Band 4
Camilo Suárez
Camilo Suárez
Associates to watch

Members

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Clients

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Arent Fox LLP

Bosch

Bridgestone

Comercializadora Arturo Calle S.A.S

Daimler AG

Decameron Colombia S.A.S.

Despegar

Digitalware

Discovery Channel

Fila Luxembourg S.A.R.L.

Garoto and Galderma

Henkel

Hoffman La Roche

JUUL LABS INC

John Deere

Latin America Sports LLC

Louis Vuitton

Millennium Pharmaceuticals

Nestlé

PPG Industries Ohio Inc.

Postobón S.A.

RCN Televisión

Sanofi Aventis

Societé des Produits Nestlè S.A.

Sodimac Colombia S.A.

Summit Entertainment

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

Visa

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Chemicals

Commercial & Professional Services

Construction & Materials

Education

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Forestry & Paper

Health Care

Insurance

Media

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Retail

Software & Computer Services

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Telecommunications

Travel & Leisure

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