Intellectual Property - Venezuela
What the Team is Known For
Bolet & Terrero enjoys a highly respected team with noted experience in the full spectrum of IP matters. The department is adept at advising on trade mark and patent registrations, as well as renewals, oppositions and transfers. Its noted bench of stellar practitioners boasts extensive expertise handling litigious proceedings. The firm is often retained by international counsel to handle portfolio management.
Strengths
"Bolet & Terrero is robust and has muscle. Its response times are adequate - the ones that the client needs for making decisions."
"Bolet & Terrero has the best team for Intellectual Property law in Venezuela."
Notable Practitioners
Leading light Manuel Polanco remains a prominent name with regards to complex intellectual property matters. Market commentators further highlight his extensive experience in the Venezuelan IP arena. His expertise encompasses a variety of IP mandates. "Manuel Polanco's client service and general level of service is very strong. I have known him for years and he has been the main pillar of the firm."
Outstanding partner Rafael Ortin continues to receive accolades from interviewees for his practice in this arena. He regularly counsels clients on trade marks, copyright and other issues concerning entertainment law. "Rafael Ortin is second to none as expert in Copyright law in Venezuela, with a very strong general Intellectual Property practice."
Established partner Luis Alejandro Henríquez is experienced advising clients on a range of IP mandates. He acts on both contentious and non-contentious IP proceedings. "Luis Alejandro Henríquez es very active in the intellectual property area."
Associate-to-watch Annette Ángulo is admired in the IP arena for her work advising local clients on their matters. She handles a variety of intellectual property matters, and is well placed to assist clients with prosecution mandates. "Annette Ángulo has a bright future ahead. She is committed and active."
Associate-to-watch Guillermo López elicits significant praise from interviewees. He is frequently sought out to advise clients on trade mark and patent registrations. "Guillermo López is one of the best, if not the best, young IP attorney in Venezuela."
