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Intellectual Property | Latin America

Panama

Intellectual Property at the higher end covers civil disputes related to patent, copyright and trade mark infringement and criminal proceedings related to anti-counterfeiting matters. Litigation concerning trade secrets also features. Account prosecutions, enforcement and opposition actions and related issues such as plant varieties, licensing agreements and IP commercialisation are also covered in this section.

All Departments profiles

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Band 1
  1. Estudio Benedetti
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    Estudio Benedetti
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Estudio Benedetti is an outstanding boutique firm continuing to act at the forefront of Panama's IP arena. The well-regarded bench stands out for handling both trade mark and patent mandates, advising across registration, enforcement and litigation. The team also boasts a strong anti-counterfeiting practice. The firm's impressive client roster includes notable names from the pharmaceutical, TMT and retail industries.
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Band 2
  1. Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez
    2
    Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
    Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez boasts a well-reputed IP department with substantial specialisation in trade mark and copyright matters, including prosecution and enforcement in Panama. The team is also active representing clients in anti-counterfeiting measures and litigation. The firm's impressive roster of international and domestic clients spans sectors including retail, food and beverages, and entertainment.
  2. Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán
    2
    Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
    Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán is an active IP firm with a robust practice advising on trade mark matters in Panama. The legal division offers counsel on trade mark registrations, opposition actions and infringement. The department is also known for assisting with anti-counterfeiting measures, including hearings before criminal courts. The team provides services to clients from various sectors, including automotive, retail, technology and telecommunications.
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Band 3
  1. Morgan & Morgan
    3
    Morgan & Morgan
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Morgan & Morgan houses an established IP practice in Panama known for its strong presence in the patent and trade mark fields, with expertise in both prosecution and enforcement. The team provides additional capabilities in copyright, anti-counterfeiting and brand protection mandates. The department's client roster includes notable names from the retail, automotive and technology sectors.
  2. Cedeño y Mendez
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 3
  3. Guinard & Noriega
    Intellectual Property
    2024 | Band 3