IP specialist Brigard Castro fields a robust life sciences practice that acts for a mix of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and food and beverage companies, among others. The team is equipped to advise on the full life cycle of matters, from R&D-related issues, through to regulatory compliance, IP and administrative litigation; while it also stands out for its ability to team up with its sister firm, Brigard Urrutia, on transactional support work. Managing partner Juan Pablo Cadena co-heads the practice alongside trade mark specialist Martín Torres. IP and healthcare senior Laura Ángel Jaramillo is the key contact at associate level. Former group co-head María Fernanda Castellanos left the firm in May 2022.
Key clients
- Henkel La luz
- Philipp Morris International
- Ferrero Latin America
- Teleflex
Work highlights
- Advised Henkel on documentation review, dossier building and submissions to the health authorities in Colombia and Bolivia; achieving approvals in the timelines required for commercial purposes.
- Advised Ferrero LADM on the management of its portfolio of food products in Colombia
- Advised Teleflex on the management of its portfolio of medical devices products for Colombia, where a total of 53 modifications and 18 new permits were approved, among others.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Juan Pablo Cadena, Martin Torres