Ferrere’s IP team excels in administrative and judicial litigation, standing out for its extensive experience representing clients before Bolivia’s National IP Office. The group is particularly prolific in opposition actions, and it also noted a recent increase in trade mark infringement proceedings, where it also has a successful track record. The practice draws on the firm’s regional IP team, working in tandem with its offices in Paraguay and Uruguay. Supported by Diego Villarroel, senior associate Alberto Rivera leads the team, advising an impressive clientele that includes Grupo Bimbo and Banco Ganadero.
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‘I have received clear advice and have appreciated that the information received both explains how the procedures work under Bolivian law but focuses on the specific matter at hand.’
‘We have had the opportunity to work with other firms on intellectual property and the speed with which we have been served by Ferrere is unmatched.'
‘The attention of Ferrere partners to our requests and requirements is evident in the quality of service we are receiving from the firm and its associates.’
‘FERRERE is by far the best firm that we have worked with in IP matters in Bolivia. Their client service is excellent, making it easy to trust them with our client's trade mark portfolios and also ask for legal opinions in complex matters.’
‘Alberto Rivera is our contact on a day-to-day basis. He always answers promptly and thoroughly. He is always available and has a friendly approach.’
Key clients
- Grupo Bimbo
- AB Electrolux
- Banco Ganadero
- Bayer Healthcare Animal Health
- The Lincoln Electric Company
- Cruzimex
- Laboratorios Stein
- Deepak Fasteners Limited
- Sofape Fabricante de Filtros
- Industrias Allen
Work highlights
- Advised Grupo Bimbo on the defence of its trade mark Bimbo and Bimbo bear logo against a local company, which had ownership of the Paneton Bimbo trade mark for decades.
- Advised Banco Ganadero on the opposition actions against Banco Solidario for the filing of Ganasol trade marks.
- Assisted Lincoln Electric in the registration of welding machine designs and three-dimensional marks, to protect the design of its key product Arcweld.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Diego Villarroel; Alberto Rivera