Brigard Castro > Bogota, Colombia > Firm Profile
Brigard Castro Offices
Calle 70 Bis No. 4 – 41
PO BOX 3692
BOGOTA
Colombia
- Go to...
- Rankings
- Firm Profile
- Main Contacts
- Lawyer Profiles
Brigard Castro > The Legal 500 Rankings
Colombia > Intellectual property Tier 1
A destination practice for intellectual property law, Brigard Castro impresses with its ‘extensive knowledge of IP issues, which goes far beyond what firms in Colombia traditionally handle’. The boutique additionally brings to bear an 80-year history of specialising in the area, as well an ability to plug into the full-service expertise of associated law firm, Brigard Urrutia. High-profile managing partner Juan Pablo Cadena possesses ‘great knowledge in the area of intellectual property’, with his comprehensive skill set spanning copyright, IP litigation, and trade names, among other market segments. Trade mark head Martín Torres co-leads the overarching department alongside Cadena; together they advised Nike Innovate on applying for the trade mark “BLAZER” to identify footwear, which was successful on appeal. Other key contacts include director Catalina Gómez, who anchors the brands and oppositions team; and senior associate Laura Angel Jaramillo, who is noted for her ‘great ability in litigation’. In August 2022, junior associate María Juliana Pacheco joined the IP Delegation Office at the SIC.Practice head(s):
Juan Pablo Cadena; Martín Torres
Testimonials
‘The Brigard Castro team, led by Juan Pablo Cadena, is one of a kind. I highlight its extensive knowledge of IP issues, which goes far beyond what firms in Colombia traditionally handle. The group has among its members people with expertise in complex issues.’
‘Juan Pablo Cadena is a lawyer with great knowledge in the area of intellectual property, in addition to being perhaps one of the most “business savvy” external lawyers I have had the opportunity to work with.’
‘Senior associate Laura Angel Jaramillo is a lawyer with excellent skills in the field of intellectual property this, added to her great ability in litigation combined with her understanding of clients’ business, makes her a true partner to our operations.’
Key clients
Marroquinera
Megatrax
Rush Street Interactive
Apple Colombia and Apple Inc
Publicaciones Semana
Carvajal Tecnología y Servicios and Thomas Greg & Sons (Guernsey)
UNE EPM Telecomunicaciones
PEI Asset Management
Grupo UMA
Inditex
Nike Innovate
Sazerac Brands
Polo Ralph Lauren
Phillip Morris
Metrolinea
Work highlights
- Represented Megatrax Production Music in negotiations with Plural Comunicaciones concerning a possible copyright infringement of musical works of authorship.
- Successfully represented Carvajal Tecnología y Servicios and Thomas Greg & Sons (Guernsey) in a patent infringement claim initiated by Jose Gustavo Grisales Garcia.
- Advised the company in charge of Bogotá’s first subway line on applying for the trade mark “M METRO LINEA 1”, and in subsequent opposition proceedings based on the trade name “METRO LINEA”.
Colombia > Life sciences Tier 3
IP specialist Brigard Castro fields a robust life sciences practice that acts for a mix of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and food and beverage companies, among others. The team is equipped to advise on the full life cycle of matters, from R&D-related issues, through to regulatory compliance, IP and administrative litigation; while it also stands out for its ability to team up with its sister firm, Brigard Urrutia, on transactional support work. Managing partner Juan Pablo Cadena co-heads the practice alongside trade mark specialist Martín Torres. IP and healthcare senior Laura Ángel Jaramillo is the key contact at associate level. Former group co-head María Fernanda Castellanos left the firm in May 2022.Practice head(s):
Juan Pablo Cadena; Martin Torres
Key clients
Henkel La luz
Philipp Morris International
Ferrero Latin America
Teleflex
Work highlights
- Advised Henkel on documentation review, dossier building and submissions to the health authorities in Colombia and Bolivia; achieving approvals in the timelines required for commercial purposes.
- Advised Ferrero LADM on the management of its portfolio of food products in Colombia
- Advised Teleflex on the management of its portfolio of medical devices products for Colombia, where a total of 53 modifications and 18 new permits were approved, among others.
Brigard Castro > Firm Profile
Founded in 1934 and with more than 80 years of experience, Brigard Castro is the leading intellectual property law firm in Colombia and one of the most prestigious in the region. Traditionally distinguished for providing clients with the highest quality service and the market’s best cost-benefit ratio. Brigard Castro has a select group of interdisciplinary professionals, specialized in each of the Intellectual Property branches, capable of efficiently servicing our client’s needs.
Our services include the processing and registration of distinctive signs, new creations, health registrations, technology transfer, copyrights, and comprehensive legal advice.
Brigard Castro belongs to the most important global law firm networks and associations specialized in intellectual property such as AIPPI, ASIPI, INTA, among others. The firm provides to their clients a privileged access to top tier law firms in most countries. These networks allow to be at the forefront of best practices and global trends in the field of legal service provision, taking advantage of the experience of colleagues in other jurisdictions.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
---|---|---|---|
Managing Partner | Juan Pablo Cadena | jcadena@bc.com.co | |
Partner | Martín Torres | mtorres@bc.com.co | |
Partner | María Fernanda Castellanos | mcastellanos@bc.com.co |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
---|---|---|---|
Juan Pablo Cadena | Managing Partner | View Profile | |
María Fernanda Castellanos | Partner | View Profile | |
Catalina Gómez | Director | View Profile | |
Martín Torres | Partner | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Partners : 3 Associates : 7Languages
Spanish English FrenchMemberships
Lex Mundi - The World's Leading Association of Independent Law Firms INTA - International Trademark Association ASIPI Intellectual Property Owners (IPO) ACPI- Intellectual property
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Life sciences