Murta Goyanes Advogados has a well-rounded IP practice covering trade marks, patents, industrial designs, copyright, software, and other IP rights. Regularly instructed by clients from the chemical, biotech, pharmaceutical, electronics and telecoms sectors in patents issues, the firm fields a 'highly skilled team of lawyers, senior associates and partners that take time to intimately understand client concerns and business operations'. It also works with other key sectors such as fashion, media and digital services in relation to copyright, trade mark and domain names mandates. Antonio Murta stands out for his knowledge of trade marks and IP litigation, while Marcelo Goyanes routinely advises media and entertainment companies on trade mark and unfair competition matters. Luiza Duarte Pereira handles a variety of IP mandates, including industrial designs, copyright, IP licensing and patents. IP litigation specialist João Marcos Gebara is also skilled in contractual issues. The four aforementioned lawyers co-lead the practice.
Testimonials
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‘The firm has a deep connection with its clients, understanding business processes and corporate priorities. Murta Guyanes establishes relevant synergies with the client.’
‘Antonio Murta is experienced, committed, and business oriented. Luiza Duarte Pereira is a committed partner and always available.’
Key clients
- Sinochem High Performance Fiber Materials
- Jiangsu Ruisheng Advanced Material Technology
Work highlights
- Assisting NuCana with prosecuting patent applications before the BPTO.
- Assisting Alpargatas with verifying if it is allowed to use technology for sandal soles described in a Brazilian patent application under the name of Daniel Poppi, a former supplier.