Mitrani Caballero assists clients across the oil-and-gas, beverages and cryptocurrency sectors, among others, to register, maintain and safeguard their trade mark, copyright and patent assets. Its expertise extends from traditional IP into tech and internet matters, particularly cybersquatting and the monitoring of internet domain names are monitored for infringements. The team is also active in corporate transaction-related matters such as During company acquisitions and the formation of new partnerships, reviewing contractual IP clauses and licensing agreements to ensure that rights are correctly exercised and attributed. Practice head Ignacio Bérèterbide is well-versed in patents, trade marks, trade secrets, industrial models and designs, along with unfair competition and advertising. Praised for his ‘deep technical knowledge’, senior counsel Manuel Alonso specialises in trademark and copyright protection, portfolio management and IP litigation. Key associate support is provided by senior María Luz Nuñez, who advises on IP due diligence, licensing contracts, technology development and transfers.
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Work Department
Intellectual Property
Position

Partner.

Career

Ignacio M. Bérèterbide leads the firm’s intellectual property practice, with extensive experience in advisory, litigation, and transactional IP matters. He is particularly skilled in licensing and complex IP contracts.

Before joining the firm, Ignacio was a senior associate in the Industrial and Intellectual Property department at Bruchou, Fernández Madero, Lombardi & Mitrani (2003–2007), an associate at Allende & Brea (2000–2003), and an associate at Estudio Liprotti (1995–2000). Repeatedly recognized as a “Leader in their field” by Chambers Latin America, IAM, and Managing Intellectual Property, Ignacio is a member of the Argentine Association of Patent & Trademark Agents (A.A.A.P.I.), Secretary of LES Argentina, and serves on the IP commissions of both A.A.A.P.I. and the International Chamber of Commerce in Argentina.

Languages
Spanish and English
Memberships
He is a member of the Argentine Association of Patent & Trademark Agents (A.A.A.P.I.), Secretary of LES Argentina (LES International - Licensing Executives Society International), member of the Judicial Affairs Commission of the Argentine Association of Patent & Trademark Agents (A.A.A.P.I.) and member of the Intellectual Property Commission of the International Chamber of Commerce in Argentina. He is admitted to practice law in the City of Buenos Aires.
Education

Instituto Nacional de la Propiedad Industrial (INPI) (Patent and Trademark Agent, 2003)

Universidad Católica Argentina, School of Law (Lawyer, 1994).

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  • 'This is a trusted partner in securing and managing valuable brand assets. Highly professional, knowledgeable, and reliable, this firm delivers consistently positive results.'
  • 'They provide personalised service, take time to understand our clients' businesses and needs, and tailor their advice and solutions accordingly, all without needing to be asked to do so.'

Key clients

  • Tenaris
  • Ternium

Work highlights

Advised Molinos Rios de la Plata on the acquisition of Sibarita, which involved a thorough due diligence process, including reviewing trademarks, formulas, designs, and the final asset purchase agreement.