ECIJA's IP team attracts strong praise for its ‘ideal balance between legal knowledge, practical experience and client service’. The firm’s extensive Latin American network puts it in a strong position to advise international clients on the protection of their IP assets in Costa Rica, and the team is prolific in the filing of trade mark applications, in addition to handling administrative and judicial actions to enforce clients’ IP rights, with experience across the pharmaceuticals, textiles, food and beverages, and healthcare sectors. Another of its key attributes is the ability to advise on the IP and consumer protection aspects of advertising campaigns. Practice head Monserrat Soto Roig, who was promoted to the partnership in September 2024, is singled out for her ’outstanding technical mastery’ and ‘proactive, decisive and detail-oriented attitude’, bringing to the table expertise in both advisory and contentious IP matters.
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Testimonials
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‘The quality of their services and attention to clients has been consistent, allowing us to maintain an efficient workflow.’
‘Price-quality ratio is good.’
- 'ECIJA Costa Rica's intellectual property practice is characterised by a solid technical approach and very close and specialised attention. What makes it unique is its ability to understand not only the applicable legislation, but also the client's internal and strategic processes, especially in highly regulated industries with multiple trade mark or technological assets. Compared to other firms, their level of follow-up, clarity in communication and openness to collaborative work with other legal or technical departments makes them stand out.'
- 'Within the team, Monserrat Soto stands out. She brings not only outstanding technical mastery, but also a proactive, decisive and detail-oriented attitude. Her advice is clear, direct and strategic, always aligned with the client's interests. Monserrat is distinguished by her ability to anticipate risks and offer practical solutions that avoid unnecessary conflicts or allow timely defence in the event of disputes. Her close relationships with clients, availability and collaborative approach clearly differentiate her from other lawyers in the area.'
- 'In general, the team reflects an ideal balance between legal knowledge, practical experience and client service that conveys trust, security and strategic value.'
Key clients
- Grupo Profarmaco
- Kilio
- Garesa
- JB Textiles
Work highlights
Advising Grupo Profarmaco on managing its trade mark portfolio.
Advising J.B. Textiles on managing its trade mark portfolio.
Advising Garesa's on managing its trade mark portfolio.
Practice head
Monserrat Soto Roig