The intellectual property practice at Vouga Abogados has notable experience, particularly in patents for the pharma and agro-industrial sectors. Leveraging the firm’s regulatory affairs, data protection and IT law capabilities, the team provides advice on high-stakes litigation and strategic portfolio management. The group is co-led by Siegfried Vouga, a key contact for IP matters who has been instrumental in securing plant variety protections, managing complex litigation, and advising major pharma and agro-industrial companies. Fellow co-leader Laura Lezcano, a senior associate, specialises in IP and regulatory law, advising global clients and defending high-profile corporations. Manuel Acevedo brings expertise in corporate, IP and regulatory law, guiding clients on contracts, data protection and IP prosecution. The team is further strengthened by associates Grecia Florentin, who specialises in IP administration, regulatory compliance and patent management, and Stephanie Medina, who focuses on trade marks, patents and pharma regulatory matters.
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‘Excellent customer service. Thorough understanding of intellectual property laws.'
‘A firm with lawyers who are highly focused on client service, responsive, and pragmatic in their approach. They maintain excellent relationships with clients.'
‘Vouga Abogados stands out in the Paraguayan market for its solid intellectual property practice, offering comprehensive advice on the protection of intangible assets. The team is recognised for its professionalism and in-depth knowledge of the local market, positioning it as a leading firm in corporate and intellectual property law.'
‘Vouga Abogados offers exceptional intellectual property services, supported by a team of highly qualified professionals committed to excellence and client satisfaction.'
‘I believe they remain the best in the market, always at the forefront and with prices in line with the international market.'
‘The Vougas are impeccable and renowned figures in our country. I believe their best example is their quality as people. Their ethics, honesty, and integrity.'
Key clients
- BYD Company Limited
- Mosaic Fertilizantes Do Brasil
- Luveck Medical Corporation
- Continental Grain Company
- Barenbrug
- Chery Automobile
- Prosegur Paraguay
- Zhejiang Geely Holding Group
- Whirpool Corporation
- Alex
- J.S.S. Tobacco
- Paraguay Refrescos
Work highlights
Assisted Barenbrug in obtaining the National Register of Protected Cultivars (RNCP) for two plant varieties and advised on compliance with the National Register of Commercial Cultivars (RNCC) in Paraguay.|
Advised a global security services company on aligning personal data processing practices with Paraguayan regulations to strengthen its corporate privacy framework.
Advised BYD Company Limited on trade mark portfolio management.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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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.
Laura Lezcano
Practice head
Siegfried Vouga; Laura Lezcano
Other key lawyers
Manuel Acevedo; Grecia Florentin; Stephanie Medina; Rodrigo Fernandez