Based in Dominican Republic, the IP specialist Miniño Abogados is the destination of choice for a plethora of household names in industries as varied as media and entertainment, tobacco, social media, and retail. Alongside a comprehensive offering in portfolio management and registrations at the highest level, the team also acts in trade mark and patent protection and enforcement matters. The lead contact is Urko Ochoa, a well renowned IP expert across the Caribbean and veteran of trade mark and patent protection, enforcement and commercialisations, transaction agreements, and IP litigation. Managing partner Orietta Blanco is a further experienced name to note, while life sciences clients benefit from Lilly Acevedo's expertise in that field. Pamela Hernández heads trade mark prosecution and litigation matters in Dominican Republic.
Key clients
- Netflix
- Amazon
Work highlights
- Advising Hallmark Ltd on its portfolio across the Caribbean, including new filings, maintenance, and strategic advice.
- Acting for Starbucks on the management of its trade mark portfolio in 25 Caribbean jurisdictions.