Bhering Advogados

Bhering Advogados stands out for its dual expertise in Brazilian and German IP matters, supported by its dedicated German desk, which assists German clients in their native language across a broad range of IP issues. The firm advises companies from a variety of industries, including automotive, chemicals, biotechnology, engineering, and pharmaceuticals in non-contentious and contentious matters involving trade marks, patents, industrial designs and copyrights. It is also recognised for its anti-counterfeiting expertise, assisting clients with criminal filings, conducting investigations into manufacturing and distribution, executing search and seizure operations, and issuing cease and desist letters. Pedro Bhering and Marcus Paschoal head the Rio-based trade mark and patent prosecution groups, respectively. Philippe Bhering leads the trade mark litigation and enforcement team, and oversees the German desk from the São Paulo office, while Jiuliano Maurer steers the trade mark prosecution team.