Specialist IP firm Dannemann Siemsen Advogados is well placed to provide IP advice on a broad spectrum of commercial agreements and transactions, including technology transfers, IP rights assignments, franchising and agency contracts. Copyright and trade mark matters are key areas of focus for the practice, which is also highly experienced in patent litigation and prosecution, acting for a diverse client base spanning the pharmaceutical, oil and gas, automotive, and agribusiness sectors. Trade mark matters are spearheaded in São Paulo by Ana Carolina Lee Barbosa del Bianco and Marina Inês Fuzita Karakanian. Also based in São Paulo, Luiz Augusto Lopes Paulino is a standout name in pre-litigation and litigation involving patents, trade marks, and unfair competition. In Rio de Janeiro, the team features several key specialists: data expert Filipe Fonteles Cabral, patent litigation specialist Eduardo da Gama Camara Junior, and industrial property agent Roberta Calazans. Also in Rio, Cândida Ribeiro Caffé brings deep experience in IP transactions, particularly those involving IP rights and business agreements. These individuals collectively co-lead the practice. Additionally, Natalia Barzilai is highly regarded for her expertise in industrial property litigation. Luiz Henrique Do Amaral and Gustavo De Freitas Morais are also noted for their wide-ranging expertise in IP matters.

Gusmão & Labrunie is highly regarded for its trade mark expertise, advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters, while also providing support on patent issues. The team works across a range of key industries, including oil and gas, energy, chemicals, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. The firm’s IP group is experienced in litigation and frequently secures favourable outcomes in preliminary injunctions and merits-based decisions. José Gusmão and Jacques Labrunie, both founding partners, lead the practice; Gusmão is an IP litigator and arbitrator, while Labrunie focuses on patent prosecution and litigation. Laetitia d’Hanens acts for clients in the automotive, pharmaceutical, and chemical sectors in IP litigation; João Vieira Da Cunha focuses on IP matters related to the entertainment industry; Thiago de Souza is recognised for his trade mark prosecution expertise. Vanessa Ribeiro brings valuable experience in both IP and data protection, particularly in cross-border litigation. Marina Guimarães Siqueira advises clients on protecting industrial creations through patents, and Julio Cesar de Freiras counsels on patent and industrial design matters. All named professionals jointly lead the practice from São Paulo.

A premier firm for IP litigation, Kasznar Leonardos Intellectual Property is a top choice for handling disputes involving IP infringement, unfair competition, cancellation actions, anti-piracy, domain name conflicts, and trade secret violations. The firm also boasts a specialised team focused on marketing and entertainment law, often overlapping with its IP work, particularly in advising clients on structuring Web3 projects that deal with IP and the monetisation of personality rights through new technologies. Gabriel Leonardos is a seasoned IP litigator who also advises on licensing, as well as patents, trade marks, copyright, and trade mark prosecution. Elisabeth Kasznar Fekete brings deep expertise in trade secrets, and advises on both contentious and non-contentious matters involving various IP rights. Both Leonardos and Fekete are based in São Paulo. Co-leader Rafael Lacaz Amaral, based in Rio de Janeiro, handles proceedings before state and federal courts involving trade mark and patent disputes. Co-head Claudio Roberto Barbosa leads the São Paulo team, bringing together knowledge of IP and data privacy. Viviane Trojan is recognised for her expertise in copyright law.

Bhering Advogados stands out for its dual expertise in Brazilian and German IP matters, supported by its dedicated German desk, which assists German clients in their native language across a broad range of IP issues. The firm advises companies from a variety of industries, including automotive, chemicals, biotechnology, engineering, and pharmaceuticals in non-contentious and contentious matters involving trade marks, patents, industrial designs and copyrights. It is also recognised for its anti-counterfeiting expertise, assisting clients with criminal filings, conducting investigations into manufacturing and distribution, executing search and seizure operations, and issuing cease and desist letters. Pedro Bhering and Marcus Paschoal head the Rio-based trade mark and patent prosecution groups, respectively. Philippe Bhering leads the trade mark litigation and enforcement team, and oversees the German desk from the São Paulo office, while Jiuliano Maurer steers the trade mark prosecution team.

With a strong presence in patent and trade mark litigation, BMA Advogados is a go-to firm for clients in the biotech, pharmaceutical, technology, and engineering sectors. The team is well-versed in patent prosecution, including standard-essential patents (SEPs), and provides comprehensive advice on patent transactions and licensing. Ana Cristina Müller leads the patent and design practice, frequently handling complex litigation involving video compression, SEPs, civil engineering equipment, and genetic engineering. Co-head Antonella Carminatti advises on brand protection, enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, IP licensing, and technology transactions. Pedro Frankovzky Barroso leads the IP litigation team, focusing on validity and infringement disputes before Brazilian courts, trade mark and trade dress matters involving trade secrets and deceptive practices, as well as enforcement of industrial design and copyright rights. Also noted is Pedro Tavares, who advises on IP portfolio management.

Licks Attorneys centres its IP practice on patent litigation, representing multinational and international clients in the biopharmaceutical, telecoms, and electronics sectors in high-stakes disputes. The team also frequently advises patent holders on compulsory licensing and other critical matters. The practice is led by founding partner Otto Licks, an expert litigator and policymaker who focuses on preliminary and permanent injunctions, as well as the monetisation of patents, trade secrets, and unfair competition cases. Carlos Aboim, co-founder of the firm, jointly leads the practice with a focus on IP litigation in the life sciences and IT industries. Co-head Liliane Roriz has played a key role in landmark IP cases, including those involving ANVISA’s role in prior approval for pharmaceutical patents, second medical use patents, pipeline patents, and tech-related patent disputes. Gabriel Mathias is also noted for his commercial litigation experience involving patents and trade marks. Ciro Albuquerque, Roberto Rodrigues, and Tatiana Machado left the firm in 2024.

The Rio de Janeiro-based IP practice at Montaury Pimenta, Machado & Vieira de Mello is recognised for its expertise in IP litigation, prosecution, and enforcement. The firm advises a diverse client base, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to large domestic and international companies. The team is skilled in managing extensive IP portfolios, drafting patent applications, liaising with the BPTO, and delivering IP training to client teams. Industrial property agent Luiz Edgard Montaury Pimenta leads the litigation group and plays a key role in cross-border IP disputes. Eduardo Machado, head of the trade mark practice, advises on contracts, licensing matters, and portfolio management. Founding partner Roberto Vieira De Mello maintains a broad practice, covering patents, trade marks, contracts, and contentious issues.

Murta Goyanes Advogados has expertise across a wide range of IP assets, including patents, industrial designs, trade marks, and copyright. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the firm is particularly noted for its strength in IP litigation and regularly handles patent and trade mark prosecution for multinational, international, and domestic clients. Founding partners and co-heads Antonio Murta and Marcelo Goyanes are recognised experts in trade marks and unfair competition, with Goyanes frequently advising media and entertainment clients on IP disputes. Also co-leading the team is Luiza Duarte Pereira, who is noted for her work in patents, industrial designs, and broader IP matters. Co-head João Marcos Gebara specialises in IP litigation. The firm also runs a dedicated domain name practice, having registered a substantial number of domain names worldwide.

The IP team Trench Rossi Watanabe assists clients with protecting their IP rights through both transactions and litigation. The team has expertise across patents, trade marks, copyright, brand management, and enforcement, serving sectors such as cosmetics, financial services, technology, healthcare, and life sciences. IP portfolio management, technology transfers and licensing transactions are key areas of activity for the group, which is also adept at handling the IP aspects of M&A transactions, including joint ventures and restructurings. Flavia Rebello and Marcela Trigo jointly lead the team, with Rebello focusing on the intersection of technology and IP, and Trigo leading on patent work. Flávia Amaral is the go-to for multinational clients seeking advice on transactions involving IP rights and licensing issues. Unfair competition and trade mark infringement, and validity cases are handled by Felipe Zaltman, while André Provedel manages trade mark rights portfolios.

Veirano Advogados‘ IP practice is recognised for its strong capabilities in trade mark prosecution and its expertise in technology-related matters. The team places a strong emphasis on protecting clients' IP rights, drawing on significant experience in tackling infringement through strategies such as combating parallel imports, conducting counterfeit search and seizure operations, and enforcing border measures. The practice handles both non-contentious and contentious work with equal proficiency, and beyond trade marks, also advises on patents, copyright, publicity rights, industrial designs, and domain names. Practice head Valdir Rocha, who is based in Rio de Janeiro, is highly regarded for his expertise in trade mark registration, licensing, and litigation. The São Paulo office is led by Fábio Pereira, who excels in commercial transactions involving intangible assets, including copyrights, trade marks, and patents. IP litigation, particularly involving trade marks and copyright, is handled by Gustavo Fróes.

Daniel Law has a large and well-resourced IP team, comprising over 30 lawyers supported by a team of engineers. The firm maintains a strong presence in patent litigation, frequently handling cancellation actions before the BPTO while also managing a significant volume of patent filings each year. Trade mark matters are equally integral to the practice, with the team advising both international and domestic clients on disputes and overseeing trade mark renewals. Complementing this, the group is also highly experienced in anti-counterfeiting and trade dress litigation, offering clients comprehensive protection across their IP portfolios. The patent litigation group is now led by recently promoted Viviane Kunisawa, who brings specialist expertise in regulatory issues within the life sciences and agribusiness sectors. Robert Daniel-Shores is a trusted adviser to clients in the entertainment and technology sectors, assisting with brand protection, portfolio management and enforcement. Carina Souza Rodrigues is noted for her work in compliance and consumer rights litigation, while Roberta Arantes oversees trade mark-related matters. Ricardo Nunes left the firm in September 2024.

David do Nascimento Advogados Associados S/C brings extensive expertise across the full spectrum of IP prosecution and litigation matters, advising clients from a diverse range of industries including sports equipment and apparel, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, entertainment, cosmetics, telecoms, and electronics. Practice head Marcello Do Nascimento is a seasoned expert in both trade marks and patents, while co-head Ana Paula De Aguiar Tempesta brings robust civil litigation experience with a strong focus on IP. Soraya Imbassahy de Mello leads on intangible asset protection, while the enforcement arm of the firm, headed by Mariana Benfati, is focused on anti-counterfeiting efforts. Marcos Toshiro Iwai oversees industrial design and patent work, while Adriana Do Valle Garotti is noted for her experience in trade mark matters.

Demarest Advogados’ IP, innovation and technology practice is led by seasoned IP expert Tatiana Campello, who is widely recognised for her expertise in patent licensing and technology agreements, with a particular focus on SEPs and digital patent-related contractual issues. The practice is also active in the evolving area of sports betting law, helping clients navigate IP-related compliance risks. In addition to handling litigation across trade marks and copyright, the team is involved in M&A transactions and portfolio management. Camila Biral and César Rossi play key roles in patent litigation, while Camila Garrote focuses on the intersection between IP and emerging technologies.

Di Blasi, Parente & Associados handles a mix of patent and trade mark issues, from enforcement actions to prosecution and litigation. The firm represents both domestic and international brands in complex IP litigation, offering strategic counsel across high-stakes disputes. The team is co-led by IP specialists Paulo Parente, Gabriel Di Blasi and Felipe Augusto Melo de Oliveira from Rio de Janeiro. Di Blasi is an experienced litigator known for leading major patent cases and advising on cross-border IP transactions. Parente is particularly recognised for his expertise in trade mark matters, handling both local and international mandates.

Lefosse Advogados‘ IP practice was strengthened in September 2024 with the appointment of Ricardo Nunes as the new practice head, following his departure from Daniel Law. The practice handles a wide range of trade mark and patent matters, including litigation, prosecution, and transactions. Nunes, who brings extensive experience in patent litigation, is particularly active in disputes within technological sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemistry, telecoms, and electronics. Additionally, he provides guidance on trade mark, trade secret, and unfair competition matters.

Luiz Leonardos & Advogados ‘stands out as a premier intellectual property firm in Brazil’, with a legacy of over 100 years in IP law. The firm advises on the full spectrum of IP issues, including patent, copyright, and trade mark matters, encompassing both contentious and advisory work. It frequently assists clients with patent filings in complex and highly regulated sectors such as chemistry, life sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, and offers strategic advice on portfolio management and patent searches. On the trade mark side, the firm provides search and filing services and supports clients in responding to objections raised by the Brazilian PTO in connection with Brazilian designations. The IP practice is led by industry veteran Luiz Leonardos, alongside Gustavo Leonardos, who is noted for his expertise in IP portfolio management. Ana Paula Jardim leads on the administrative and judicial prosecution of patents and industrial designs, while Patrícia Lusoli is recognised for her trade mark expertise.

IP boutique Mansur Murad Advogados advises both international and domestic clients on contentious and non-contentious trade mark and patent matters. Founder Flavia Mansur Murad Schaal has a strong track record in the technology sector, frequently assisting with IP issues involving artificial intelligence, NFTs, and the evolving copyright framework for digital matters. Alexandre Fragoso Machado brings broad expertise across patent and trade mark portfolio management, transactions, and infringement disputes.

Pinheiro Neto Advogados‘ IP team is led by José Mauro Decoussau Machado, who brings extensive experience in both litigation and transactional matters within the IP and technology space. Having spent time in the United States, he is particularly adept at advising international clients. Larissa Galimberti is another key figure in the team, with a strong focus on technology transactions and frequent involvement in IP-related deals. The practice handles the full range of IP prosecution services, including trade mark, patent, and industrial design applications, and leverages its cross-sector expertise to advise on multidisciplinary matters.

RNA Law is an IP boutique specialising in litigation, prosecution, and transactional matters for clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. The team manages a high volume of patent litigation and prosecution, particularly in the biotechnology, healthcare, and life sciences sectors. It also provides comprehensive support in trade mark registration and enforcement for leading brands and companies. Practice head Rob Rodrigues is a seasoned litigator who advises on IP asset transactions and manages patent portfolios for life sciences and telecoms clients. Tatiana Alves co-leads the team and brings notable expertise in patent disputes, especially those involving infringement, validity, and standard essential patents. Karlo Tinoco, also a co-head, focuses on advising start-ups and large corporations on trade mark, trade secret, and patent protection. Brenno Telles contributes his expertise in IP prosecution, while fellow co-leader Ciro Albuquerque concentrates his practice on patent infringement and invalidity litigation.

Souto Correa Advogados‘ IP practice is particularly noted for its expertise in representing artists and entertainment companies in copyright disputes, including cases involving recording companies and music publishers. The firm also maintains a strong presence in patent drafting and prosecution, and regularly handles contentious matters such as patent cancellation and enforcement lawsuits. Trade mark work is another key area, with the team frequently advising advertising companies on branding and naming strategies. Practice head Leticia Provedel is highly experienced across IP, technology, and commercial law, and is frequently sought after for her skills in patent and trade mark litigation. She is supported by Mariana Vicentini Taylor, who advises on IP contracts, trade mark matters, and copyright issues.

Serving a primarily multinational client base in the technology sector, TozziniFreire‘ IP practice brings together deep expertise in both technology and IP law. The team regularly advises on internet-related IP issues, including domain names, digital technologies, and the IP dimensions of data protection. Trade mark prosecution is a core component of the practice, which also offers support in copyright and trade dress matters. A significant portion of the team’s work is transactional, covering IP due diligence for M&A deals, and the drafting and negotiation of licensing and assignment agreements, including those for technology transfers. The practice is jointly led by Marcela Waksman Ejnisman and Carla do Couto Hellu Battilana; Ejnisman is a key contact for IP transactions and contentious matters, while Battilana focuses on trade mark registration and technology transfer agreements. Stephanie Consonni de Schryver, recently promoted to partner, advises on a broad range of IP matters, including BPTO-related prosecution.

Almeida Advogados‘ IP team is led by Pedro Tinoco, a trade mark specialist with additional expertise in corporate and contractual matters. The team advises a broad range of domestic and international clients from the technology, fashion, and e-commerce sectors, offering support in counterfeiting investigations and representing them in both civil and criminal proceedings. It is also highly experienced in the drafting and registration of franchising agreements, which forms another key part of its practice. Victoria Francesca Buzzacaro Antongini offers support in trade mark and patent registration and licensing matters.

B/Luz‘ IP and technology transactions team leverages its combined expertise in both areas to advise clients on trade mark rights, brand protection strategies, and related litigation risks. The team is experienced in representing clients in trade mark infringement lawsuits, domain name disputes, and trade dress litigation. Recognised for its deep understanding of the retail, food and beverage, IT, gaming, fashion, and consumer goods sectors, the firm is well-positioned to support clients across a broad range of industries. Practice head Vanessa Pirró excels in navigating IP transactions and cross-border matters at the intersection of IP and technology. Caio Aragão is also a key contact, known for his expertise in IP portfolio management.

BVA – Barreto Veiga Advogados provides preventive consultancy and litigation services across the IP space. The firm advises medium-sized companies and start-ups, particularly in the beauty, technology, aviation, and retail industries, on a variety of copyright and trade mark matters. Its work includes drafting and negotiating contracts such as licensing and technology transfer agreements, as well as managing IP transactions related to the acquisition of intellectual and commercial assets. Felipe Barreto Veiga leads the practice and brings solid experience in both technology and IP matters. Clarice Minatogawa plays a key role in managing clients’ trade mark portfolios and regularly prepares petitions to the INPI.

Campos Mello Advogados leverages its global presence -spanning Brazil, the USA, and the UK – to advise international and multinational clients on trade mark prosecution, copyright matters, and the enforcement of IP rights. The team also frequently supports clients with the registration and prosecution of IP assets before the INPI and advises on licensing arrangements. The practice is co-led by Paula Mena Barreto and Domiciano Sá. Barreto divides her time between Rio de Janeiro and Miami, focusing on IP transactions, including technology transfers and agreements, as well as IP prosecution. Sá is the team’s key figure for litigation, bringing strong expertise in product liability, consumer law, and patent-related disputes.

IP boutique Denis Borges Barbosa Advogados is particularly well placed to assist with patent matters, with an emphasis on infringements, in the pharmaceutical, agribusiness, food and fashion industries. The team is jointly led by Pedro Marcos Nunes Barbosa, Bernardo Guitton Brauer, who assists prominent clients in the technology sector, Raul Murad Ribeiro de Castro, a name to note for pharmaceutical clients, and Lívia Barboza Maia.

Garé Advogados centres its IP practice on supporting clients in the fashion and retail industries, particularly in matters related to customs, anti-counterfeiting strategies, industrial design, and fashion law. The team assists with registering trade marks and patents, and also handles complex investigations. Luiz Claudio Garé brings strong expertise in civil litigation involving the defence of trade marks and patents, while Elisson Garé offers a combined focus on IP and technology-related litigation. Both practitioners co-head the practice with Sari Franco Schnaider and Rodrigo Gianni Carney.

Gruenbaum, Possinhas & Teixeira advises clients on a broad range of non-contentious IP matters, covering trade marks, patents, industrial designs, unfair competition, and domain names. Andréa Possinhas leads the practice alongside Leonardo Cordeiro and brings extensive experience in trade mark issues. Cordeiro, who holds academic training in industrial electronics and biological sciences, applies his technical knowledge to support clients throughout all phases of patent applications and patent analysis. Luciana Noronha is recognised for her strength in technology transfer agreements and broader IP issues, while Isadora Lima focuses on trade mark prosecution and application filings.

Specialist IP boutique Guerra IP offers comprehensive support across a range of IP matters, including litigation, licensing agreements, franchising, technology transfers, and portfolio management. Alberto Guerra leads the team from Porto Alegre, bringing extensive experience in filing patent applications both in Brazil and internationally. Co-head Cristina Guerra, also based in Porto Alegre, focuses on helping clients maintain and protect their IP rights around the world. In Rio de Janeiro, Flavio Leonardos, an expert in IP and technology, leads local efforts and advises on patent matters, licensing, and commercialisation of IP. For clients seeking support with litigation, trade mark prosecution, and enforcement, Ricardo Pinho is the key contact in Rio.

Lobo de Rizzo Advogados‘ IP team is led by Marcos Chucralla Moherdaui Blasi, who joined the firm from Gusmão & Labrunie in February 2024. He is well-versed in handling patent protection, trade mark registration, copyright matters, and IP litigation. He collaborates closely with Rodrigo Delboni Teixeira on IP-related aspects of M&A and other corporate transactions. Mariana Zanardo Dessotti co-heads the practice and has notable experience in drafting IP contracts and conducting due diligence for various projects. The team is also active in technology transfer and licensing agreements, advising a diverse client base that includes companies from the technology, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, and energy sectors.

Madrona Advogados’ digital, ComEx, and IP practice is co-led by Luiza Tângari, Lucas Spadano, and Bernardo Santos in São Paulo. Tângari advises on cross-border IP protection, transactions, and disputes. Spadano integrates his knowledge of trade and competition law with IP to guide clients through international negotiations involving IP assets. Santos, a specialist in data protection, frequently supports the team on IP-related matters. The practice is particularly active in assisting clients in the retail, machinery and equipment, healthcare, technology, and energy sectors with trade mark matters.

Mariana Valverde Advogados‘ IP practice covers trade mark, patent, and industrial design management and registration matters. The team helps clients develop protection strategies to safeguard intangible assets and conducts auditing and risk management for IP rights. Led by founding partner Mariana Valverde, the São Paulo team is well equipped to advise on image rights issues, leveraging Valverde’s expertise in fashion law and IP. She is supported by a skilled team, including Izabela Felizate Botta, who specialises in IP and civil procedural law.

Mattos Filho‘s technology and IP practice excels in navigating IP contractual frameworks and addressing IP issues related to corporate transactions. Covering advice on trade mark, patent, and trade secret matters, it also assists with technology licensing agreements, indemnification lawsuits, and issues related to the INPI. IP and technology specialists Paulo Brancher and Luiz Felipe Di Sessa are key figures in the practice. Di Sessa brings extensive experience in advising on complex IP transactions and IP agreements.

Silveiro Advogados‘ IP practice manages domestic clients’ IP crises, unfair competition issues, and cases involving IP fraud and infringement. The team is also well placed to assist with IP due diligence, licensing, and technology transfer agreements. The practice is led by Rodrigo Azevedo, who divides his time between São Paulo and Porto Alegre, and advises clients on copyright, unfair competition, and trade mark matters. São Paulo-based Leonardo Braga Moura is a key member of the team, particularly sought after for his expertise in negotiating and closing new contracts involving IP.

Siqueira Castro – Advogados is recognised for its work assisting companies with IP and anti-piracy matters. The team also represents its primarily domestic client base in IP lawsuits and is skilled in trade mark and patent prosecution. Practice head Eduardo Ribeiro Augusto is well-versed in patent and trade mark law, anti-piracy measures, border enforcement, and unfair competition issues.

SPLaw's practice specialises in the protection and management of IP assets for clients in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. The firm manages a significant number of trade marks, assists with commercial agreements involving IP, and represents clients in IP-related lawsuits. Beyond trade marks, the team is also highly experienced in copyright and trade secret matters. The practice is led by founding partner Benny Spiewak, an expert in international trade, health, and innovation. Co-head Pedro Carneiro provides IP consultancy services to Brazilian and multinational clients, while Bruna Barbosa regularly assists with trade mark applications and registrations.