CorralRosales stands out for its deep specialisation in IP, balancing a broad practice with a niche in anti-counterfeiting matters. Eduardo Rios often acts in the reduction of counterfeit goods and impeding their distribution, a cornerstone of his work. María Cecilia Romoleroux jointly leads the wider IP team with Francisco Gallegos R., who has notable expertise in the life sciences and technology industries, particularly in relation to patent filings in these spaces. Gabriel Kuri, a practitioner with biochemical industry expertise, is the head of patents. With respect to patents, the group is adept at advising on cases encompassing pharmaceutical patents, utility models and industrial design. The group is prolific in patent infringement cases in the pharmaceutical industry and Carolina Montalvo, a qualified pharmaceutical chemist, is key in such matters.
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- 'Extraordinary quality of service and a high-level IP firm.'
- 'First and foremost, a strong commitment to ethics. A blend of experience, youth, and dynamism.'
Key clients
- Société Des Produits Nestlé
- AstraZeneca
- IKEA
- Pacari
- Crocs
- Pfizer
- Merck Sharp and Dohme
- Terpel (formerly Organización Terpel)
- Tous
- Bulgari
- Productos Familia
- Televisa
Work highlights
Representing Merck Sharp and Dohme in a criminal process against counterfeiters of pharmaceutical products, which led to custodial sentences.
Successfully defending Almacenes Éxito in administrative litigation in which the Ecuadorian IP Office ruled that cancellation actions for lack of use against well-known trademarks cannot proceed.
Representing Nestlé in administrative litigation and successful nullity of a third party mark in which the Ecuadorian IP Office declared Nestlé’s SAVOY mark to be well-known in Venezuela i.e. beyond Ecuadorian borders.
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Maria Cecilia Romoleroux; Francisco Gallegos R; Gabriel Kuri