Distinguished by its dedicated brand protection department, Cervieri Monsuárez represents global brands across Latin America and defends their IP rights. The team is also active in private investigations into counterfeit products. It advises on the registration of the full range of IP rights, from patents and trade marks to geographical indications, health registrations and plant varieties. Lorena Sosa heads the practice, while associate Carlos Pavón plays a key role in the team’s IP litigation mandates. Lucía Cantera is another name to note. Also at the associate level, Giovanna Milessi focuses on anti-counterfeit matters, while Lilian Marecos is active in IP prosecution.
Testimonials
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‘They're a multi-jurisdictional firm and have proven capable in those jurisdictions. Further, they're the first firm I'm aware of to investigate ways to recycle counterfeit goods. They also have several divisions that collaborate with customs offices which improves cooperation with their clients.’
‘The associates are all responsive and collaborative. We have worked with Lucia Cantera Carrasco.’
Key clients
- Schaeffler Technologies
- Tiffany and Company
- Guccio Gucci
- Cartier International
- Michael Kors Switzerland International
- Ferrero
- Funko
- Crocs
Work highlights
- Advised Schaeffler Technologies on a private investigation into counterfeit FAG bearings, resulting in the filing of a criminal complaint and a successful raid.
- Intervened on behalf of Funko when toys without trade marks but with copyrights owned by Funko, were retained in the port of Campestre, Ciudad del Este.
- Advised Ferrero on out-of-court actions to obtain a cease of infringing activity when it became aware that pastry and confectionery products were being offered in the Paraguayan market bearing the term "Nutella".
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lorena Sosa, Carlos Pavón, Giovanna Milessi, Lilian Marecos