Well-regarded for its ability to combine ‘knowledge and a sound practical approach to complex legal cases’, the team at Garrigues Portugal is a popular choice for clients operating across the media and entertainment, pharma, banking and software sectors. The team has expertise in all aspects of intellectual property, handling matters related to trade marks, patents, design rights, copyright, and unfair competition. The team is led by ’veteran’ João Miranda de Sousa, who has extensive experience in European trade mark and design matters, as well as in patent litigation. Francisca Ferreira Pinto is well-versed in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters, specialising in the enforcement of IP rights in Portugal.
Testimonials
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‘Without a doubt, the firm with the best service when it comes to brands in Portugal.’
'I really enjoy working with this firm because they are very efficient, organised and always available to provide any clarifications that may be necessary. They are very professional.'
Key clients
- Goat Fashion Limited
- Grupo Media Capital
Work highlights
- Advising Ferrari on the enforcement of the client’s trade marks and designs in Portugal.
- Working with the Portuguese legal team of Bosch Group in the drafting, negotiation and review of numerous consortium agreements and investment agreements.