We are a law firm in Venezuela specializing in Intellectual Property and other areas related to intangible assets. We direct our work to guarantee protection on all kinds of intellectual property, including trademarks, works of the mind or technological inventions. In this sense, we also prevent the marketing of fake products by implementing strategic anti-counterfeiting measures.
About Us
Our Philosophy
We want to be your trusted advisor, so we base our work on the following principles:
- Ethics. Our work is transparent and conforms to high moral standards.
- Responsibility. We respect the commitments we make to our clients, colleagues and in our dealings.
- Efficiency. We seek to achieve the desired results by performing timely and quality services.
- Respect. We recognize the value of our clients and cultivate fair and equitable business relationships.
- Commitment. We are dedicated to meeting the needs and interests of our clients.
Recognitions
Our excellence in Intellectual Property, Life Sciences and Advertising, Marketing, Sports & Entertainment Law, is reflected in the recognition we consistently receive from legal directories, publications and organizations. The acknowledgements also extend to our lawyers for their individual achievements and extensive experience in the specific areas of their practices.
- Chambers and Partners
Since its first edition for Latin America (2009), this legal reference guide has consecutively awarded us the highest distinction in Band 1. In its latest edition 2022, Antequera Parilli & Rodríguez attorneys were recognized as Leaders in the field of Intellectual Property in Venezuela: Ricardo Alberto Antequera was ranked in Band 1, Ricardo Enrique Antequera in Band 2, and Manuel Antonio Rodríguez in Band 3.
- World Trademark Review 1000
In 2022 edition, Antequera Parilli & Rodríguez maintained the Gold Band position in Venezuela, which it has held since 2013. The classification also included recognition of six of our lawyers. Individually, Ricardo Alberto Antequera and Ricardo Enrique Antequera were distinguished in the Gold Band; Dinora García, Mariana Montiel, María Rusé Ruggiero and Manuel Antonio Rodríguez were recognized in the Silver Band.
- The Legal 500
Antequera Parilli & Rodríguez has been recognized since 2013 as the Top- Tier Firm in Intellectual Property by The Legal 500. In 2018, this publication highlighted our proactivity, experience and presence in Venezuelan market. 2022 edition ratify our leadership and recommend attorneys María Rusé Ruggiero and Ricardo Alberto Antequera.
- Latin Lawyer 250
Since 2013 this publication has recommended us as the best Intellectual Property firm in Venezuela, qualifying us as the Top-notch IP boutique for our professional practice.
- IP Stars
Antequera Parilli & Rodríguez has been recognized by IP Stars since 2010 as one of the Leading Intellectual Property Firms in Venezuela. We were recently classified as a Highly Recommended Firm, underlining the work of Ricardo Alberto Antequera, Mariana Montiel y Manuel Rodríguez as Trademark Star, and Esther Bergel as Notable Practicioner.
Memberships
Antequera Parilli & Rodríguez and its lawyers maintain an active participation in the following national and international Intellectual Property-related organizations:
- Venezuelan Copyright Institute (IVDA, Spanish acronym). Manuel Antonio Rodríguez as Vice-President.