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Vasco is the partner that co-coordinates the intellectual property team as well as Team Genesis.
Praised for its ‘in-depth knowledge of technology law and intellectual property’, the team at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados possesses capabilities across the gamut of IP matters. The practice is particularly active in patent litigation, primarily focusing on the telecoms, new media and pharmaceutical sectors. The team earns further praise for its ability to engage in multijurisdictional trade mark work, spanning prosecution, licensing and enforcement matters. Ricardo do Nascimento Ferreira and Vasco Stilwell d’Andrade jointly lead the team. Ferreira is noted for his focus on patent law and IP disputes, while d’Andrade has been lauded for his ability to ’provide flawless and unique advice’. Associate Maria Almeida e Silva possesses the ability to advise clients on the full scope of contentious IP matters, including patent litigation, design and copyright infringement cases. Maria Luísa Cyrne is a name to note for software and media-related issues.
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‘We work most closely with Ricardo Nascimento Ferreira and he is a great lawyer, very sensible with great judgment plus extremely personable and easy to get along with.'
‘What makes this firm unique is its multidisciplinary approach to law. They are not only competent jurists, but also consultants in business, technology and ethics. The team stands out for its in-depth knowledge of technology law and intellectual property, a rarity in the national legal market. They have a notable commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a department dedicated to these issues.'
‘Vasco Stilwell d'Andrade has a unique ability to present complex arguments in an understandable way, making him extremely valuable in large-scale cases.'
‘Vasco Stilwell D'Andrade is superb. He integrates well with our client teams and provides flawless and unique advice often seamlessly transitioning and modifying our US Strategy for compliance with the laws and practice norms of the European Union. Most importantly, Vasco is a swift and effective communicator.'
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Vasco is the partner that co-coordinates the intellectual property team as well as Team Genesis.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ricardo do Nascimento Ferreira, Vasco Stilwell d’Andrade