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PLMJ

Intellectual Property

Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal


PLMJ

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PLMJ's Intellectual Property team deals with all intellectual property matters, including trade marks, designs, patents, copyright and unfair competition. It advises on the full range of IP issues, from defining strategy, filing applications, marketing and licensing rights, to litigation. We also handle restructurings and transactions that require the review and evaluation of intellectual property rights and related issues.

A single team deals with technology and intellectual property issues, including copyright, trade secrets, trademarks and patents. This approach ensures greater proximity to our clients' businesses.

By keeping abreast of the latest technological developments in intellectual property, we are able to provide expert advice in areas of rapid development and increasing impact, such as information technology and e-commerce.

The team also focus on keeping abreast of the latest developments in areas as diverse as cultural industries, fashion, biotechnology and nanotechnology.

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Intellectual Property - Portugal

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

PLMJ's team advises clients on the enforcement of intellectual property rights, assisting with the defence of patents, trade marks and copyright for multinational clients from the pharmaceutical and TMT sectors. The law firm also represents clients in disputes around supplementary protection certificates and IP infringements.

Strengths

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  • Due to its extensive expertise, PLMJ is able to provide highly effective support.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope
  • PLMJ is distinguished for its technical quality, responsiveness and prestige in the sector.

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  • PLMJ offers unparalleled experience and expertise. Its advice is very pragmatic.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope
  • PLMJ has a fast-moving department with experienced lawyers, providing guidance and clear paths for different procedures.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Hugo Monteiro de Queirós
    Band 2Hugo Monteiro de Queirós

    Hugo Monteiro de Queirós

    Hugo Monteiro de Queirós provides a wealth of experience advising clients on trade mark mandates, including enforcement of trade mark rights and opposition proceedings. He further assists with patent disputes. He frequently assists clients in the entertainment and automotive industries.

    • He is rigorous and very enlightening in clarifying doubts.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
    • Hugo Monteiro de Queirós has top-notch expertise, is well updated on all matters related to his practice and has a strong commercial and strategic vision.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
    • Hugo Monteiro de Queirós is an excellent lawyer, with a commercial approach and high levels of knowledge, combined with constant availability.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
    • Hugo Monteiro de Queirós is a proactive and proficient adviser.

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  • Associates to watchVasco Granate
    Associates to watchVasco Granate

    Vasco Granate

    Vasco Granate is well placed to advise clients on disputes involving trade marks, patents and other IP-related matters, including licence agreements and contracts.

    • Vasco Granate is always attentive to detail, with rigorous follow-up on matters.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
    • Vasco Granate has a strong understanding of the business combined with a high level of technical skill.

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