Ana Valeria Escobar

Practice Areas

Ana Valeria leads the Intellectual Property team at PPO.

Her career has been primarily focused on the protection of intangible assets. She has extensive experience in developing protection and defense strategies for complex intellectual property issues. Ana Valeria possesses in-depth knowledge of the Bolivian Intellectual Property system, as well as international regulations and jurisprudence, which allows her to better understand the complexities of intellectual property, particularly in light of new technologies.

Additionally, her expertise in Data Privacy and consumer protection gives her a unique position to advise and offer effective solutions to protect and defend intangible assets in a globalized and technological world.

Her academic background includes a Master’s degree in Entertainment, Media, and Intellectual Property from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she also worked with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. She also holds several diplomas and certificates in Intellectual Property and other relevant fields. She is the only professional in Bolivia certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals as a specialist in Privacy issues (CIPP/E)."

Languages Spoken

Spanish  

English

Professional Memberships

INTA

ASIPI

IAPP

Publications

La Estrategia legal de la Oposición Andina, La Ley Propiedad Intelectual 4.0 Febrero 2024.

Personal

As a dedicated mother, I bring a unique perspective to my role as a leader in the legal field. Balancing the demands of motherhood with a thriving career has honed my time management, empathy, and problem-solving skills. These experiences have deepened my ability to lead with compassion and resilience, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for my team. My approach to leadership is enriched by the lessons learned from parenting, allowing me to navigate challenges with patience and adaptability while driving excellence in all aspects of my professional life.

Work Highlights

The past year Ana Valeria has successfully assisted important tech companies to leverage their IP in major transactions, she has also developed enforcement strategies involving different local authorities for a better execution of infringement claims.

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Bolivia

Experience

Identification and protection of intangible assets

Education