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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- 'It is a privilege to commend Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW) for its exceptional IP practice.'
- 'The team are proactive, keep on top of deadlines, are efficient and organised.'
- 'The combination of legal acumen, business sense, and genuine commitment to client success is rare in the industry. In particular, I would like to recognize Richmond K. Lee whose professionalism, insight, and unwavering dedication have stood out in my experience. Richmond brings clarity and confidence to complex matters with his sharp strategic thinking.'
- 'I have especially valued the collaborative and solutions-driven mindset of the team. They take the time to understand business objectives and tailor advice that is both legally sound and commercially effective.'
- 'Their ability to balance technical expertise with strategic foresight consistently makes a difference and distinguishes them from competitors.'
- '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.'
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