Gusmão & Labrunie
Client Satisfaction
A ‘reference in Brazil’, Gusmão & Labrunie provides technical and legal services across a wide range of IP matters, covering patents, trade marks, domain names and unfair competition. A popular choice for both national and international clients, the firm, which is noted for being ‘attentive to the needs of the clients’, operates in a variety of industries, ranging from oil and gas and luxury fashion to biotechnology and consumer goods. Contentious matters are a core focus for the department, which is adept in high-profile litigation and arbitration cases. Co-chair José Roberto d’Affonseca Gusmão possesses extensive experience in IP litigation and cross-border arbitration proceedings. Jacques Labrunie oversees the patent prosecution and litigation practices, and is a name to note for clients from the technology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and automotive sectors. Laetitia d’Hanens leads on trade marks, contracts and licensing-related matters, while Joao Cunha specialises in IP disputes. Other notable practitioners include Vanessa Ribeiro, who brings ’incredible knowledge and experience‘, Thiago Arpagaus De Souza, who oversees the trade mark prosecution group, and Marcos Blasi, a well-rounded IP specialist.
Testimonials
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‘The partners have great technical knowledge, innovation, and communicate clearly.’
‘The firm excels in significant IP cases. Its most important assets are its extremely qualified people.’
Key clients
- L'Oréal
- Sanofi-Medley
Work highlights
- Assisting Moët & Chandon in a range of IP matters, including trade dress.
- Advising Ford Motor Company on a variety of IP issues, including trade marks.