A go-to firm for clients across the globe, Moreno Baldivieso Estudio De Abogados continues to manage a growing number of large IP portfolios and is responsible for a significant portion of trade mark and patent filings in Bolivia. The team maintains a balanced contentious and non-contentious practice and regularly handles multi-jurisdictional trade mark prosecutions and advises on highly technical patent matters. Promoted to partner in 2023, Rodrigo Moreno oversees all IP matters at the firm, and advises his impressive list of multinational clients on patents, trade marks and copyright matters. He leads the team alongside IP specialist Ramiro Moreno, who represents clients in prosecution, enforcement and litigation. At the senior associate level, IP litigator Ronald Lazarte has a successful track record in oppositions, cancellations, nullities and trade mark infractions. Ronald Cortez’s broad IP practice encompasses IP applications, litigation and agreements, as well as patent, utility model and industrial design protection. Shirley López is an associate who plays a key role in trade mark registration and licensing agreements. Associates Gonzalo Iturry and Adriana Guzmán left the firm in 2023.

Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil – (BAQSN)’s strong contentious practice sees the IP team represent clients in administrative litigation, patent and trade mark prosecution, infringement and enforcement. The group advises on oppositions, appeals, cancellations and nullities. IP portfolio maintenance and management has been a recent growth area for the group, which is equipped to advise on renewals, annuities and modifications. The practice continues to add to its list of well-known clients, which includes The Coca-Cola Company, Starbucks and the Mercedes-Benz Group. Perla Koziner leads the team, bringing extensive public sector experience to the group. Practice co-head Moira Ascarrunz handles filings and prosecutions and has experience representing clients before the Supreme Court. Associate Alessio Rosso is another active member of the team, handling patents of invention, utility model and industrial design proceedings.

Its wide-ranging expertise within IP sees PPO Abogados advise on the full spectrum of matters, from trade mark management and litigation to data privacy and consumer law. It also excels in copyright registration and protection. The team stands out for its expertise in various innovative and emerging areas, where it assists both start-ups and large, multinational companies in IP protection within the technology sector. Entertainment IP is another area of focus, and the firm advises clients in the entertainment industry on the securing and monetising of IP assets. Practice co-head Pilar Soruco has extensive expertise in the field and a broad contentious practice; she leads the team alongside Ana Valeria Escobar, who advises clients on trade mark, patent and copyright protection, as well as representing clients in administrative and judicial procedures. Associate Guadalupe Condori is another name to note.

Drawing on the firm’s network across Bolivia, Uruguay and Paraguay, Cervieri Monsuárez’s IP team advises an extensive list of international clients spanning the full range of sectors, from fashion to technology to the automotive industries. The team advises on the registration and protection of IP rights and stands out for its niche expertise in areas such as domain names, health registrations and plant varieties. Mónica Rivero specialises in anti-counterfeiting and leads the team alongside litigator Diego Rocabado. Andrés Daza’s broad practice encompasses trade marks, patents and copyrights, and he represents clients in enforcement and prosecution proceedings. Vladimir Quisbert is a specialist in trade marks and industrial designs.

Dentons Guevara & Gutierrez specialises in the protection of intangible assets, inventions, patents, industrial designs and utility models. The team excels in administrative processes related to IP matters, as well as acting in judicial cases. It has a strong trade mark practice, providing the full range of services, from registration and renewal to transfer and modification. Mauricio Dalman heads the team, supported by Jorge Inchauste, who plays a lead role in key matters. Joining the team in June 2023, senior associate Melina Curbelo has a strong contentious practice, specialising in trade mark litigation. Also at the senior associate level, Adriana Gonzalez advises international companies on the protection of their intangible assets, as well as administrative processes.

Ferrere’s IP team excels in administrative and judicial litigation, standing out for its extensive experience representing clients before Bolivia’s National IP Office. The group is particularly prolific in opposition actions, and it also noted a recent increase in trade mark infringement proceedings, where it also has a successful track record. The practice draws on the firm’s regional IP team, working in tandem with its offices in Paraguay and Uruguay. Supported by Diego Villarroel, senior associate Alberto Rivera leads the team, advising an impressive clientele that includes Grupo Bimbo and Banco Ganadero.

The registration and renewal of trade marks form the core of Indacochea & Asociados‘ IP practice. The team also excels in the defence of IP rights, including the filing of opposition and trade mark infringement actions. The practice continues to add to its extensive roster of clients, which spans a range of sectors, from the agricultural to the pharmaceutical industries. Two associates lead the team: Leonardo Reyes specialises in the registration of patents, utility models and copyrights; and Juan Pablo Sánchez demonstrates niche expertise in the protection of trade secrets. Maria Jose Martinez left the firm in July 2023.

Lima & Asociados advises on IP matters at a national and international level, managing IP portfolios for both Bolivian and global brands. The team continues to take on new clients, such as Grupo BIG, assisting companies looking to grow and expand brand activities throughout Bolivia. The firm’s alliance with Salinas IP strengthens its regional reach, drawing on a network across La Paz, Santa Cruz and Cochabamba. Practice head Pablo Marín manages the firm’s IP practice in both La Paz and Santa Cruz, bringing his expertise in IP litigation and contentious matters to the team.

C.R. & F. Rojas – Abogados’ IP team excels in the presentation and filing of trade mark applications. It is also experienced in the filing of trade mark oppositions and infringement actions. Paula Bauer leads the department from La Paz, and is adept at managing trade mark and patent portfolios, on both a national and international basis. The group is also well versed in the protection of personal data and cyber security matters.