Caribbean IP, based in Florida, is a market leader in trademark and patent portfolio management across 28 jurisdictions in the Caribbean. The firm acts for major international brands, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector, providing full-service IP support from filing, maintenance, and renewals to enforcement through oppositions, investigations, and litigation. Well known for its ability to handle medium and large-scale portfolios, the team is led by Katherine Hely, who oversees filing and prosecution with extensive experience across all aspects of trademark practice. Patrick Hely leads on contentious matters, drawing on significant private practice and litigation expertise to guide clients in opposition, cancellation, and enforcement proceedings.
Intellectual property in Cross-Caribbean expertise
Caribbean IP
Responsables de la pratique:
Katherine Hely; Patrick Hely
Les références
‘Caribbean IP’s intellectual property practice stands out for its deep regional expertise combined with a truly global perspective. The team demonstrates a strong understanding of both local legal frameworks and international IP standards, which is invaluable for clients navigating cross-border brand protection and enforcement.’
‘What sets this practice apart is its responsiveness and strategic approach. The attorneys are not only technically proficient but also commercially minded, offering practical solutions that align with business goals. Their collaborative style—both internally and with clients—ensures seamless execution and clear communication.’
‘Compared to other firms in the region, Caribbean IP offers a rare combination of agility, depth, and client-centric service that makes it a preferred partner for sophisticated IP matters.’
Principaux clients
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Boult Wade Tennant, LLP
Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
Principaux dossiers
Miniño Abogados
Miniño Abogados is recognised for its wide-ranging, market-leading expertise in intellectual property across the Caribbean, offering comprehensive IP counselling. Head of team Urko Ochoa advises clients on all areas of IP law at a regional level, focusing on trademark and patent protection, enforcement, and litigation across the Dominican Republic and wider Caribbean. Orietta Blanco is noted for her work on multi-jurisdictional trademark and domain name portfolio management, as well as copyright, entertainment, marketing, and data protection. Pamela Hernández leads the trademark prosecution and litigation practice in the Dominican Republic, with a strong emphasis on enforcement and litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Urko Ochoa
Autres avocats clés:
Orietta Blanco; Pamela Hernandez
Principaux clients
Netflix
Amazon
Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook)
Philip Morris
Sanofi
E. & J. Gallo Winery
Starbucks Corporation
Mondelez International
X (formerly Twitter)
Fresenius
Sercotel, S.A. de C.V.
Sandvik AB
Salesforce, Inc.
Vrio Corp.
Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Principaux dossiers
- Providing full-scope trademark support for Starbucks in more than 20 Caribbean jurisdictions, including searches, filing, enforcement, and related advice.
- Providing extensive clearance, filing and prosecution support (trademarks) across the entire Caribbean region for Philip Morris.
- Providing extensive clearance, filing and prosecution support (trademarks) across the entire Caribbean region to Mondelez.
Eproint
Eproint is widely recognised for its deep expertise in intellectual property, particularly the management of large, complex portfolios across Central America and the Caribbean. Co-head Aaron Montero, based in Costa Rica, specialises in IP monetisation with an emphasis on venture capital, while Gabriela Bodden focuses on trademarks, patents, and regulatory matters. Other key figures include Vanessa Cabrera in the Dominican Republic, Grace Lindo in Jamaica, and Erica Pople-Ferreira in The Bahamas, each bringing strong regional expertise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Aaron Montero; Gabriela Bodden; Vanessa Cabrera; Grace Lindo; Erica Pople-Ferreira
Les références
‘Good follow-up of cases.’
‘Always looking for solutions.’
‘Pure passion for what they do. Highly recommended.’
Principaux dossiers
HSM
HSM provides specialist IP services across the Caribbean, Central and Latin America, and other offshore jurisdictions, including the Cayman Islands. The firm has long-standing experience managing IP portfolios for numerous Fortune 500 companies and Forbes top 10 businesses, supported by its deep regional knowledge and established presence. Offering full-service IP protection, the team advises on the entire lifecycle of intellectual property assets, ensuring comprehensive solutions for brand holders. Co-heads Huw Moses and Mrinali Menon bring broad expertise across trademark and copyright matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Huw Moses; Mrinali Menon; Kate Cleary
Les références
‘We use HSM on the regular for work in the Caribbean. They do amazing work, are very communicative, understand our business, and are just good people.’
‘Over the years, we have worked with many members of the HSM firm. Most recently, Kate Cleary assisted us with a more complicated than usual assignment and renewal project in Costa Rica. We had been using a 3rd party vendor to record a worldwide assignment – there had been errors, and Kate was able to get it back on track. Very much appreciated!’
‘The team are responsive, friendly, and helpful.’
Principaux dossiers
Ogier
Ogier advises on the full spectrum of IP rights, covering trade marks, copyright, industrial designs and patents, with particular strength in multi-jurisdictional clearance, prosecution, exploitation, and enforcement. Sophie Peat has over a decade of experience in Caribbean and Latin American IP, and plays a key role on the Cayman Islands intellectual property steering group, where she advises the government on proposed legislative developments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sophie Peat; James Bergstrom
Les références
‘The team demonstrated a deep understanding of trademark law and provided invaluable guidance throughout the entire process, from initial applications to final registration. Their communication was consistently clear, prompt, and proactive, keeping me informed at every stage. I was particularly impressed with their attention to detail and strategic approach, which ultimately resulted in the successful registration of several trademarks.’
‘Sophie Peat has strong analytical skills, possesses excellent communication abilities, exhibits unwavering ethical conduct, and has a proven track record of success in her area of expertise. Furthermore, a commitment to continuing education and a genuine empathy for her clients are other key attributes.’
‘Sophie Peat is fantastic and everyone should use her.’
Principaux clients
iHerb, LLC
Energizer
Puma SE
Dart Enterprises Ltd.
Delta-X Holdings Pte. Ltd.
Brittany Ferries
Adderley Group Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Representing a multi-national US food and beverage company brand in trade mark prosecution, dispute resolution, and enforcement matters throughout the Caribbean region and in Central and Latin America.
- Acting as Caribbean trade marks adviser for a leading international hotel group and securing and maintaining the protection of their brands throughout the Caribbean region.
- Providing trade mark clearance and prosecution strategy advice and support to a Caribbean feminine care product company expanding operations throughout the Caribbean.
VANEPS
VANEPS offers comprehensive IP expertise across the Dutch Caribbean, advising major national and international corporates, as well as governmental bodies. The firm leverages its Lex Mundi network to provide clients with seamless access to wider Caribbean legal support, including defense against infringement claims and protecting proprietary rights. Diek Fabius has extensive experience in intellectual property, privacy, and commercial contracts, and is regularly engaged by multinational clients operating across the region.
Responsables de la pratique:
Diek Fabius
Autres avocats clés:
Ruthnialys Mogen
Principaux clients
Scotch Whisky Association
Castlegate
The Cadushi Distillery
Miu Epstein Law
NLO Shieldmark B.V.
Cedeño & Méndez
LatinTLD, Inc.
Chiever B.V.
Gatti & Asociados S.A.
Johnson, Camacho & Singh
Principaux dossiers
- Advised LatinTLD, Inc. with the filing for registration, renewal, and modification for .cw (2nd level) and .com.cw (3rd level) domain names for their clients at the ICT Services of the University of Curaçao.
- Advised on trademark strategy and defence across the world on the basis of a Curaçao basic application in relation to a large international online gaming company, Deck Entertainment.
- Advised Gatti & Asociados S.A. with conducting trademark searches, filing for registration, renewal, recordal of assignment, license, and change of name and/or address for trademarks in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Statia, and St. Maarten.
Cervieri Monsuárez
Cervieri Monsuárez has established a strong reputation in IP across Latin America and now extends its expertise to Anguilla, advising global businesses on protection and strategy. The team manages extensive IP portfolios, covering trademarks, patents, and industrial designs. Head of team Keesha Fleming Lake brings significant experience in overseeing large portfolios across the Caribbean.
Responsables de la pratique:
Keesha Fleming Lake
Autres avocats clés:
Deborah Charquero
Les références
‘They are highly efficient in managing complex matters across multiple jurisdictions. They deliver both practical and creative solutions, consistently keeping the client’s needs at the forefront.’
‘Stands out as one of the very few groups in the region offering a truly integrated, multi-jurisdictional approach to intellectual property protection. This practice has built a consolidated network of coverage that enables us to manage our clients´ portfolios seamlessly across multiple territories across the Caribbean.’
‘Their combination of deep regional expertise, practical problem-solving skills, and a client-first mentality is rare to find in the Caribbean market.’