Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA)

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The multidisciplinary practice at Gómez-Pinzón Abogados (GPA) processed over 900 trade mark, patent, and design applications in 2022. The group also advises on IP litigation, IP development and protection strategies, and franchise systems, among other matters. Mauricio Jaramillo splits his time between IP and competition work and is noted for his broad contentious and non-contentious experience, which spans trade marks, patents, copyrights and franchising. Up-and-coming partner Juanita Pérez co-heads the department alongside Jaramillo and is recommended for her strong record in IP portfolio management. Senior associate Catalina Arango is also well versed in IP portfolio management and additionally handles litigation.

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Key clients

  • Ecopetrol
  • TIS (Paramount)
  • Alicorp
  • AB InBev (Bavaria)
  • Sandoz Gmbh
  • Turner (Warner Media)
  • Grupo Birota
  • Scotiabank Colpatria
  • McCann World Group
  • PriceSmart
  • Helm
  • Le Cabrera
  • Constructora Obreval
  • Mazda de Colombia
  • Gas Propano de Colombia
  • Corparques
  • Sierracol Energy Condor
  • Savant Pharm
  • Phibro
  • Primax Colombia
  • Allianz Seguros /Allianz SE
  • Olimpia IT
  • Favik
  • Bwin Latam
  • WWF Fondo Mundial para la Naturaleza
  • Experian Colombia
  • Jafer Entreprises R&D
  • Banco de la Republica
  • Mayaguez
  • Valorem
  • Decathlon
  • Comercializadora Naturista de México

Work highlights

  • Advised Varela Hermanos on trade mark protection for the "Ron Abuelo" brand in Colombia.
  • Advised Grupo Agroindustrial Numar on an appeal process related to a previously denied trade mark application.
  • Advised Beijing Dajia Internet Information Technology Co on industrial patents protection.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Mauricio Jaramillo
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Juanita Pérez

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mauricio Jaramillo, Juanita Pérez