Palomo Abogados

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Palomo Abogados‘ IP team attracts significant praise for its ’extensive and outstanding knowledge in the field’. It advises a host of prominent international companies on the management of their trademark and patent portfolios. The team continues to be highly regarded for its prowess in IP litigation, particularly anti-counterfeiting actions, and has also expanded its practice to cover technology transfers and data protection. In addition to its strong offering in Guatemala and Central America, the firm is well equipped to cater to clients in Europe through its international IP department, headed by associate Paula Passarelli, who is based part time in Madrid. Héctor Palomo, a ‘reference in the field’, and director Sandra Iriarte, ’an undisputed leader’ in IP law, jointly lead the team. Other key names include associates Flor Méndez, who heads the national IP practice, and Brayan Mejia, a specialist in anti-counterfeiting cases, and experienced IP practitioner Vanessa Castro, who joined from her own firm in April 2025.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Paula Passarelli is meticulous in every part of the processes entrusted to her, proactive and always aware of the details. Her follow-up on cases is one of the most reliable on the market. Flor Méndez is an excellent lawyer, with outstanding skills in managing intellectual property portfolios and with great analytical skills in matters of all kinds.'
  • 'Sandra Iriarte: An undisputed leader, with extensive experience in the field and with an unquestionable capacity for relationships with clients and colleagues. She has outstanding knowledge in the field and the practical ability to resolve matters in a favourable manner for clients.'

Key clients

  • Elzaburu Mondeléz International Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg React The Anti-Counterfeiting Network Grupo Salinas (Elektra, Tv Azteca, Banco Azteca, Fundación Azteca) Lincoln Electric Arochi & Lindner Lloreda Camacho & Co. Starbucks Coffee Company The Procter & Gamble Corporation Perani & Partners Daniel HUB King & Wood Mallesons KnobbeMartens Meyer & Partenaires