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TACTIC Legal

Intellectual Property

Latin America Guide 2027 : Guatemala


TACTIC Legal

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The Firm is the only one specialized on technology transfer, in which Universidad del Valle enables the transfer to private and public sectors. The Firm has actively provided advise on spinoffs, IP policies, IP agreements, and innovation in the educational sector. 

Our IP team also works closely with our firm’s taxation experts and corporate practice members for the adequate tax planning and IP protection strategies involving the transfer and use of IP rights. Also, the firm is in the capability of offering, through specialized sources, the valuation of IP assets that could serve as collateral for specific loans or serve as base a potential sale of assets.

The Firm not only does IP filings but also has all the expertise for the proper enforcement of IP rights in criminal and civil courts. This broad field of support in both filings and enforcement has allowed the firm to develop and incomparable skill for the identification and mitigation of risks within IP complex transactions.

Our IP litigation practice also allows us to provide solutions for the immediate cease of infringements through the achievement of preliminary injunctions, granted by criminal and civil judges. As part of the litigation assistance, the firm also provides support in the promotion and coordination of investigation proceedings regarding IP infringement actions and counterfeited products.  

Industries (12)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Chemicals
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Health Care
  • Mining & Metals
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Transportation

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Guatemala

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

TACTIC Legal possesses a solid IP department with know-how that spans a broad range of trade mark matters, including filing, risk assessment, enforcement and opposition actions, as well as contentious proceedings in Guatemala. The law firm is experienced in portfolio management across the Central American region, as well as anti-counterfeiting mandates and licensing agreements in a number of sectors including the transportation, technology and food and beverage industries.

Work Highlights

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  • TACTIC Legal represented Productos Alimenticios ¡YAESTA! in administrative proceedings brought by a third party seeking to register a three-dimensional product design for snack products in Guatemala.

Strengths

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  • The main strengths that distinguish TACTIC Legal are punctuality, precision and attention to detail in each of the tasks entrusted to the team. The lawyers also provide personalised attention, speedy responses and solutions tailored to their clients’ needs.

    Intellectual Property respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Juan Sebastián Soto
    Band 3Juan Sebastián Soto

    Juan Sebastián Soto

    Department co-head Juan Sebastián Soto remains active in Guatemala advising clients in the education, automotive and agribusiness sectors on a range of contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including trade mark registration and opposition mandates.

    • Juan Sebastián Soto is a conscientious, fair and skilled lawyer. His ability to manage risk and maintain good relationships is indispensable to us. He brings visibility and key resolutions to our operation.

      Intellectual Property respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchHania Krück
    Associates to watchHania Krück

    Hania Krück

    Associate-to-watch and department co-head Hania Krück is frequently called upon to advise on trade mark registration. She is also well placed to manage regional intellectual property portfolios.

    • Hania Krück understands her clients' needs and provides comprehensive solutions that maximise business opportunities.

      Intellectual Property respondentLatin America

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Guatemala

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