Intellectual Property
Latin America Guide 2025 : Bolivia
Band 1
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Provided by Moreno Baldivieso
Operating through Gabriel Patent & Trademark Office, Moreno Baldivieso is the undisputed market leader since 1931, managing IP portfolios and protecting intellectual property for both multinational and early development companies, in all aspects of the acquisition, protection, enforcement and exploitation of their IP rights.
We advise clients on brand management and enforcement, IP litigation, criminal prosecution, copyrights, local and cross border IP transactions, in both domestic and international contexts in the following areas:
- Management of IP portfolios.
- Patent, trademark and copyright litigation.
- Technology licenses and joint ventures.
- Brand licensing and franchising agreements .
- Copyright-based agreements.
- IP agreements in M&A transactions
Chambers Review
With offices in Bolivia's key cities including Santa Cruz and La Paz, Moreno Baldivieso houses an esteemed IP department that handles a variety of trade mark matters. The team regularly assists clients with registrations, renewals and cancellations. The department handles a range of administrative procedures including oppositions and appeals, as well as subsequent litigation. The firm also boasts experience advising on patent prosecution and enforcement.
Work Highlights
- Moreno Baldivieso advised Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific regarding an opposition lawsuit initiated by CARMAR against a patent requested by the company.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Moreno Baldivieso's IP team is highly trained and has vast experience in this area. We have full confidence in them, and theiradvice has always proven to be beneficial in resolving any issues."
"Moreno Baldivieso's lawyers have a good understanding of different legal aspects and have a good mix of skills to handle various challenges. They give prompt responses and are very attentive."
"Moreno Baldivieso's IP team is highly trained and has vast experience in this area. We have full confidence in them, and theiradvice has always proven to be beneficial in resolving any issues."
"Moreno Baldivieso's lawyers have a good understanding of different legal aspects and have a good mix of skills to handle various challenges. They give prompt responses and are very attentive."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Ramiro Moreno Baldivieso continues to handle both contentious and advisory mandates and enjoys an enviable reputation as a key figure in Bolivia's IP sphere.
"Ramiro Moreno Baldivieso has very good communication with his clients. He accurately understands complex requests, is willing to respond as soon as possible and is well versed in practical matters."
Associate-to-watch Ronald Lazarte garners significant market recognition for his active presence in the Bolivian intellectual property field and has experience handling oppositions and infringement matters.
"Ronald Lazarte is a lawyer who stands out in the intellectual property arena in Bolivia. He is a professional who handles matters of very high complexity, providing timely and complete counsel."
Associate-to-watch Shirley Lopez enters the rankings this year after garnering significant recognition for her practice in Bolivia's intellectual property scene in patent procedures.
"Shirley Lopez is dedicated, attentive and a great professional."