María Del Pilar López
Arias
More informationThe powerhouse intellectual property group at Arias remains a market leader, coordinating with seven offices in six countries across Central America to employ regional strength when managing and safeguarding the intellectual property portfolios of household-name global corporates (including Bayer), across sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, consumer goods and chemicals to entertainment, hospitality and the automotive industry. The practice’s comprehensive service covers litigation and enforcement, licensing, brand management and the development of registration strategies for copyrights, trade marks, trade names, slogans and patents. The practice is jointly led by IP authority María Del Pilar López, who brings expertise to regulatory affairs, personal data protection, and judicial and administrative processes; veteran patent prosecutor Simón Valverde; and biotech patent expert Luis Diego Castro. Key support is provided by senior associate Ariana Lizano, who develops strategies for Costa Rica market entrants in the food and consumer products industries, and associate Valeria Grant, who handles patent registration procedures. Associate María Laura Torres joined in October 2022 from trade mark boutique RJM Abogados.
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‘A team of professionals with great experience and up-to-date knowledge in the services they offer.’
'Luis Diego Castro not only has knowledge and experience, he also has an excellent relationship with clients and follows up on their matters.'
‘Arias has an important presence in the region with qualified personnel who are responsive to customer needs.’
‘The quality of service stands out from other lawyers in the region.’
‘At Arias we receive a quick and accurate response to queries. María del Pilar López stands out.’
'The partners have great legal judgment, which can only be found in lawyers who have been highly trained in their jurisdiction and abroad, which gives them an advantage in the field in which they compete. Simón Valverde and Luis Diego Castro stand out; with their great legal expertise they have resolved various important issues for our clients.'
‘The team at Arias is highly skilled, provides tailor-made advice and keeps an eye on detail.’
‘María del Pilar López has vast experience in all fields of IP practice. She is very responsive and is always willing to lend a hand to clients for matters in her country. She provides detailed and valuable advice.’
Key clients
- Lanotec (Laboratorio Nacional de Biotecnología)
- Bayer
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Simón Valverde, Luis Diego Castro, María del Pilar López