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.
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‘Bhering Advogados has been one of our go-to firms for IP in Brazil for a long time. They provide prompt professional service, which is business-friendly. ’
‘Pedro Bhering and Jiuliano Maurer both provide prompt, business-friendly and practical advice.’
‘The team makes a dedicated effort to educate local Brazilian companies on the importance and benefits of IP rights.’
‘Philippe Bhering is a highly motivated partner who goes the extra mile for his clients. He is particularly insightful for cross-border litigation given his language skills and legal expertise in German law.’
'The service is fast and good. It is possible to communicate in German and English.'
'Philippe Bhering is always responsive and gives excellent work.'
Key clients
- WarnerMedia
- IBM
- Fifa
- Adidas
- Basf SE
- L’Oréal
- LG Eletronics
- MAN Truck & Bus
- Nissan
- Mercedes-Benz
- Porsche
- Hyundai
Work highlights
Assisted several companies from Warner Bros. Discovery with the nationwide anti-counterfeiting programme in both administrative and judicial spheres.
Assisted KISS with enforcing its patent rights in Brazil related to press-on nail technology.
Assisted Porsche with investigating a company involved in manufacturing and selling replicas of various Porsche cars and products bearing Porsche’s registered trade marks.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Philippe Bhering
Practice head
Pedro Bhering; Philippe Bhering; Jiuliano Maurer; Marcus Paschoal
Other key lawyers
Gabriel Guilherme