Intellectual Property

Quisumbing Torres houses a top-tier IP law practice in the Philippines, with impressive capabilities for copyright, patent and trade mark infringement mandates, as well as registration, opposition and anti-counterfeiting work. The firm caters to an impressive roster of clients, particularly those in the retail, hospitality, pharmaceutical and technology sectors. The team benefits from the resources of the Baker McKenzie network, which gives it access to expertise and clients throughout the region and beyond.

"Quisumbing Torres' knowledge of procedure and precedent is second to none. I also appreciate their ability to dig deep into cases before the IPO and they know what procedures tend to work administratively."

"The team at Quisumbing Torres consistently provides clear and concise legal advice and understands our business requirements."

Bienvenido Marquez enjoys a stellar reputation in the market. He leads the firm's intellectual property group and is active on a range of matters including IP registration, oppositions and anti-counterfeit raids. "We are very pleased with Bienvenido's service. He consistently delivers results that meet our expectations."

Divina Ilas-Panganiban is highly active within the practice acting on trade mark opposition and prosecution, and copyright matters. Her clients include international and domestic companies involved in the hospitality and consumer goods industries. "Divina provides simple solutions to seemingly complex legal issues. I appreciate her initiative in providing us with options on strategy to ensure that these are consistent with our business objectives." "Divina is keenly aware of the commercial value involved in protecting IP and can discern which facts will matter in potential litigation."

Reena Mitra-Ventanilla joins the numbered bands this year following market commendation for her IP practice in the Philippines. She is especially experienced in trade mark opposition proceedings, applications and portfolio management.