Sonia Urbina
AriasArias' ‘wonderful’ IP department is commended for its ability to handle regional mandates, advising an impressive roster of household names on the management of their IP portfolios throughout Central America with the support of the firm’s network of offices. The team handles a high volume of trade mark registrations and renewals for multinational clients in the food and beverages, retail, automotive and fashion sectors, in addition to advising a number of prominent pharmaceutical companies on patent matters. Opposition and nullity actions are also a growing area of activity for the group. ‘Excellent adviser’ Sonia Urbina, who maintains a strong all-round IP practice, heads the practice. Associate Anny Ramos, who also assists with health registrations, is another key name to note.
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‘Arias is a wonderful team that really works as a unit despite being in different jurisdictions. Our point of contact is in Honduras and we have never had any problems with the work.’
‘Sonia Urbina is exceptionally efficient in intellectual property issues in Honduras and the Central American region. Her advice is always prompt and accurate, she supports us throughout the process and takes a personal approach, and she focuses on resolving all issues efficiently. She is an excellent adviser.’
Key clients
- Industria de Diseño Textil
- Natura & Co
- AMVAC Hong Kong
- Volvo
- Crowley
- Grupo Duwest
- Alcon
- Hero MotoCorp
- Walmart
- Bayer
- Hogan Lovells
Work highlights
- Advising Procter & Gamble on the management of its IP portfolio, including filing new applications, handling renewals, and bringing annulment, opposition and cancellation actions against third parties.
- Advising Sanofi on the management of its trade mark portfolio in Honduras, including filing new applications and renewals, and handling actions against third parties.
- Assisting Clarke Modet & Co Spain with the management of its clients' trade mark and patent portfolios in Honduras (including advising Calvo, Seat, BMW and AstraZeneca).
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
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Sonia Urbina