Licks Attorneys centres its IP practice on patent litigation, representing multinational and international clients in the biopharmaceutical, telecoms, and electronics sectors in high-stakes disputes. The team also frequently advises patent holders on compulsory licensing and other critical matters. The practice is led by founding partner Otto Licks, an expert litigator and policymaker who focuses on preliminary and permanent injunctions, as well as the monetisation of patents, trade secrets, and unfair competition cases. Carlos Aboim, co-founder of the firm, jointly leads the practice with a focus on IP litigation in the life sciences and IT industries. Co-head Liliane Roriz has played a key role in landmark IP cases, including those involving ANVISA’s role in prior approval for pharmaceutical patents, second medical use patents, pipeline patents, and tech-related patent disputes. Gabriel Mathias is also noted for his commercial litigation experience involving patents and trade marks. Ciro Albuquerque, Roberto Rodrigues, and Tatiana Machado left the firm in 2024.
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‘Carlos Aboim and Rodolfo Baretto are amazing advocates who are easy to work with and produce amazing results. ’
‘Licks Attorneys is the best patent law firm for SEP litigation in Brazil. It's that simple. The team know the law, they understand the courts and the judges, and they have been pioneers in this space. They are both aggressive and ethical. They are adept at using advanced tools for research and project management. And importantly, they are great communicators with English-speaking clients.’
‘Otto Licks is a leader in the firm and in the field, and he is the guru of Brazilian SEP litigation. Carolina Mendes is an associate who has come into her own as an excellent lawyer and litigator, and she works tirelessly to move projects forward efficiently and on time.’
'One of their strengths is having lawyers who can speak Japanese and explain matters in accordance with Japanese corporate culture. Additionally, the team provides accurate services to companies that are not familiar with Brazilian culture and litigation systems.'
'They provide thorough and accurate explanations to companies (like ours) that are not familiar with the Brazilian legal system. Additionally, their swift response allows us to proceed with litigation confidently.'
Key clients
- DivX, LLC
- Nokia Technologies OY
- Dolby International AB
- Koninklijke Philips N.V.
- Jvckenwood Corporation
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- NEC Corporation
- Adama Makhteshim Ltd.
- Adama Brasil S.A.
- Gilead Sciences, Inc.
- Gilead Sciences Farmacêutica do Brasil Ltda.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
Otto Licks; Carlos Aboim; Liliane Roriz
Other key lawyers
Rodolfo Baretto; Carolina Mendes; Gabriel Mathias