We develop programs for the defense against unauthorized exploitation of, trademarks, distinctive signs, copyrights, patents and other protectable intellectual assets. We seek enforcement of counterfeiting seizures through border measures and unfair competition actions, when applicable.
Our services include:
Design of strategies and programs to safeguard the integrity and value of brands by preventing trademark infringements.
Monitoring of the most important customs offices in the country and other entry sites of infringing merchandise.
Notification of the competent authorities concerning genuine trademark rights holders.
Identification of potentially infringing and falsified goods; preliminary investigation and collection of necessary evidence; coordination with clients (holders of the genuine IP rights) of instructions and for verification or authentication.
Coordination of joint defenses on behalf of several holders of Intellectual Property rights, when appropriate.
Commencement of actions before the competent authorities, active collaboration and assistance concerning the confiscation and destruction of pirated or counterfeit goods.
Participation in training and support of the competent authorities, especially customs authorities.
Commencement and prosecution of judicial, civil and criminal proceedings, as appropriate.
Litigation on validity, patent infringement and contractual arrangements.