Gabriela Gándara
Dentons
Dentons
Client SatisfactionDentons' IP team takes advantage of the global firm’s extensive footprint in Central America to advise a host of leading multinationals on the management of their trade mark and health registration portfolios in the region. The team advises on a steady stream of registrations and renewals, and also has a strong record in trade mark opposition and cancellation actions. The music and entertainment sectors are core areas of expertise for the practice, but it also has a growing client base in the pharmaceutical industry. ‘Exceptional' IP and technology director Gabriela Gándara, an expert in trade marks and copyright, leads the team, supported by associate María José Huerta, who joined from the Registry of Intellectual Property in March 2023, and litigation director Paola Haase.
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‘The firm's client service and its effectiveness in addressing processes differentiate it from other practices. In-house lawyers need to know that they have a dedicated team capable of addressing urgent requirements efficiently and effectively. They maintain good and positive communication with the client, reporting on mishaps and/or delays as well as the solutions implemented.’
‘Gabriela Gándara is exceptional in her work. She provides a timely service and accurate advice.’
'Compared to other firms, Dentons' IP team stands out for its global approach and deep expertise in technology and online brand protection, as well as its commitment to collaboration and diversity.'
'Dentons' lawyers stand out for their commitment to excellence in their work. This is reflected in their ability to offer high-quality legal advice, supported by in-depth experience and technical knowledge in the trade mark area. From the beginning of a case to its conclusion, Dentons' lawyers strive to provide effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client. Another great quality is their speed and efficiency, which is crucial in a constantly changing legal environment.'
'Gabriela Gándara is outstanding.'
Key clients
- Asociación Guatemalteca de Gestión de la Industria de Productores de Fonogramas y Afines (Aginpro)
- Sociedad de Artistas de la Música y Obras Audiovisuales (Musicartes)
- Walmart Centro América
- Papelera Internacional
- Walmart de México
- Laboratorios Siegfried
- Royal SM
- Alimentos Prosalud
- Super de Alimentos
- Feld Entertainment
- La Danta Films/El Cadejo Blanco
- Stanton
- Laboratorios Roemmers
- Caribbean Development Company
- Young Living Holdings
- Pegamorteros de Guatemala
- Ferretería de la Construcción
- Grupo IDC
- Intercorp Conectivity
- Banco Nexa
- Grupo Portalis
- Sumedica
- Yara Guatemala
- Mora Martin
- CID Gallup
- Derivados de Maíz Alimenticio – Grupo Maseca
- Grupo Onyx
- Exxon Mobil Corporation
- El Predio
Work highlights
- Advising Walmart Central America on the management of its trade mark portfolio in Guatemala and the rest of the region.
- Advising Papelera Internacional on the management of its trade mark and health registration portfolios in Central America, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and the Caribbean.
- Defending Grupo Onyx in six opposition actions to the registration of its FERRÉ DIAZ trade mark on the basis of its similarity to the GIANFRANCO FERRÉ trade mark.
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Gabriela Gándara