Intellectual Property | Latin America

Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández is a full-service powerhouse with a market-leading IP practice adept at handling complex trade mark and patent disputes before administrative bodies and civil courts. Its strong bench of practitioners regularly assists clients with trade mark and patent prosecution as well as copyright matters and health permits. Its client portfolio includes major names from the pharmaceutical, food and drink, and consumer goods industries. The team also complements the firm's strong corporate practice by handling all IP aspects involved in M&A transactions.

JJ Roca & Asociados' intellectual property practice group is often seen acting as regional counsel on portfolio mandates, representing international companies and coordinating with firms across the Caribbean. Its noted bench of practitioners is extremely well versed in the prosecution and enforcement of trade marks and patents.

Russin, Vecchi & Heredia Bonetti is an admired firm that boasts a longstanding intellectual property practice in the Dominican Republic. It regularly advises clients on trade marks and copyright. The solid bench of practitioners complements the firm's overall client offering, handling all IP aspects of broader corporate instructions, such as M&A, incorporations and affiliation agreements.

Ulises Cabrera enters the rankings this year having shown ability to handle a wide array of intellectual property matters involving patents, copyright, trade marks and distinctive signs. The Santo Domingo-based department is usually instructed by clients from the technology and pharmaceutical industries.