Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALaw)'s team specialises in trade mark opposition work and is experienced advising clients across the media, entertainment, cosmetics, and medical supplies sectors. The team is jointly led by Victor N. De Leon, Richmond K. Lee, and John Paul M. Gaba who harness expertise across contentious and non-contentious IP matters. Alex Ferdinand Fider is experienced in IP rights and focuses on both protection and enforcement matters therein.
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‘The team possesses a high level of expertise in the field of trade marks and provides well-qualified comments.’
'The team are proactive, keep on top of deadlines, are efficient and organised.'
'It is a privilege to commend Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW) for its exceptional IP practice.'
'The team demonstrates outstanding expertise, professionalism, and strategic insight. Their ability to provide clear, practical, and solutions-oriented advice in complex IP matters is truly commendable. I have the utmost confidence in their work and recommend them without hesitation.'
'What truly sets ACCRALAW’s IP team apart is the calibre of its people. They are not only deeply knowledgeable in the law, but also remarkably practical, responsive, and client-focused in every engagement.'
'Their ability to balance technical expertise with strategic foresight consistently makes a difference and distinguishes them from competitors.'
Key clients
- Energizer (U.S.A.)
- Bandai Co., Ltd. (Japan)
- The Estee Lauder Company (U.S.A.)
- LG Uplus Corp. (South Korea)
- Hershey’s Chocolate & Confectionery Corporation (U.S.A.)
- Mandarin Oriental Hotel (Hong Kong)
- iNova Pharmceuticals (Singapore)
- San Miguel Group of Companies (Philippines)
- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Japan)
- Bayer AG (Germany)
Work highlights
Assisted The Estee Lauder Companies in successfully opposing a mark that is confusingly similar to its registered ARAMIS mark used on perfume and cosmetic products.
Assisted the client in successfully opposing a mark that is confusingly similar to its registered TIMEZONE mark.
Assisted the client in successfully opposing a mark that is identical to its registered GOYA mark used on chocolate and confectionery products.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Victor N. De Leo; Richmond K. Lee; John Paul M. Gaba
Other key lawyers
Alex Ferdinand Fider