Dentons Cardenas & Cardenas’ IP practice is distinguished by its strong local client base and also by its ability to plug into the wider firm’s global IP platform, which makes it an attractive option for foreign clients looking for local — and regional — advice as well as Colombian companies looking to expand abroad. The team’s diverse skill set spans the full scope of IP law, with a focus on trade marks, copyrights and litigation. Leading light Luz Helena Adarve stands out for her ‘unmatched experience’; she advises Colombina on the management of its global trade mark portfolio. Juanita Acosta is also highly regarded for her broad knowledge in the trade mark, technology, privacy, consumer protection and advertising spheres; she has recently undertaken work for Avianca and Microsoft, among others. In September 2023, the department was boosted at top level by the hire of life sciences and IP partner Mónica Bonnett, who joined from Posse Herrera Ruiz. Also noted are senior associates Ana María Ruiz, who brings over 25 years’ of experience, and Rocío Ruíz, who specialises in IP and technology.
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- ‘I would like to highlight the active participation of partners in this team. Also, it is very favourable that the Colombian office is a true focal point for consultations with other jurisdictions, both in advice and in contractual and billing aspects.’
- ‘Luz Helena Adarve has unmatched experience and legal criteria, given her career and positioning in the area. Juanita Acosta is not only highly outstanding in IP and technology, but she has an outstanding focus on customer service.’
- ‘The team knows the industry, its trends and its clients very well, which makes its services very personalised. Its lawyers’ attitude and disposition are an exceptional point of this team.’
- ‘Dentons’ management of new technologies is a differentiator. Nowadays, when the team is required to have information at hand, it guarantees it through Dentons Direct. Additionally, the team’s personal qualities are the best; its professionals are great people, who make each job a great experience.’
- ‘I feel very happy to be able to work with DCC, because the team’s closeness and warmth, combined with its professional experience, makes work a delight. Today, when life moves fast, being able to have the option of a call and the advice of a professional gives the peace of mind that companies require.’
Key clients
- Ecopetrol
- American Eagle Outfitters
- Promotora De Cafe Colombia - Procafecol
- Carvajal Educación
- Best Planet Science
- ILF International Corp
- Colombina
- Bavaria & Cía
- Microsoft Colombia
- Anheuser Bush
- Nextleaf Solutions
- Cine Colombia
- Aerovías del Continente Americano - Avianca
- Basf
- Guess?
- TUL
- Riopaila Castilla
- Kellogg Company
- Loschelder Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaftsgesellschaft MBB
Work highlights
- Advised Colombina on the management of its global trade mark portfolio.
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Luz Helena Adarve, Juanita Acosta, Mónica Bonnett