BLP
More informationBLP is highlighted by clients for its ‘ability to deal with matters in all of Central America’, thanks to the firm’s extensive platform in the region, which is a clear asset when advising regional and global companies with operations in Honduras on the full spectrum of IP work. The team has a robust IP litigation practice, with a strong recent record of representing clients in opposition and cancellation actions, in addition to advising on the management of trade mark, patent and health registration portfolios. Its broad client base spans a range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverages, and hospitality. ‘Trustworthy’ practice head Fernando Godoy is equally skilled in contentious and non-contentious IP matters. He receives capable support from associates Ingrid Campos and José Armando Arriaga.
Testimonials
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‘Their scope of work is wide and can cover all different areas of the legal issues a company may have. Their communication capabilities and practices make the relationship smooth and transparent.’
‘The most important characteristics we value are ethics and knowledge of the law and in these aspects they excel. Fernando Godoy has shown himself to be of solid character and trustworthy every single time we require his services.’
‘It is a team that remains at the forefront of the area, they advise on the regulations and laws of the country very well and always keep my company's best interests in mind.’
‘We value the relationship they have created and maintained with us, which is based on transparency and trust.’
‘The firm stands out for its ability to deal with matters in all of Central America, good knowledge of the subject and quick responses.’
Key clients
- Campofert
- Dennemeyer
- Colgate-Palmolive Company
- Quala
- Pons Marcas y Patentes
- Iberbrand
- Atlántica Agricola
- Laboratorios Bussié
- Kim Choi and Lim (KCL) Law
Work highlights
- Defending Quala against a cancellation action for non-use which has been filed against its "Predator" trade mark.
- Advising Colgate-Palmolive on the health registrations of its oral and personal hygiene and home cleaning products in Central America.
- Acting for Cementos Argos in a lawsuit brought by Ultracem seeking to annul the registration of the client's "Eco Multiproposito Argos y Diseño" trade mark on the grounds of bad faith.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fernando Godoy