Patents and Industrial Designs
We possess solid expertise in the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications and industrial design registrations before the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (INPI). Each year, we handle hundreds of matters involving technologies across sectors such as telecommunications, chemicals, biotechnology, mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and other innovations driving diverse industries.
The protection afforded by patents and industrial designs is essential to securing returns on investments in research, development, and innovation. Our advisory, contentious, and licensing practice strengthens our clients’ technological competitiveness and supports the protection, valuation, and secure commercial exploitation of their assets.
- Advisory Services in Patents
In addition to filing and prosecuting applications before the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (INPI), we provide strategic advisory services designed to strengthen the technical and legal management of industrial property assets:
- Patentability Assessments
We conduct prior art searches and prepare technical reports identifying potential obstacles and defining the appropriate scope of protection, thereby enhancing the likelihood of grant.
- Patent Drafting
We prepare complete patent applications in compliance with legal requirements, including a clear description of the technical field, the problem addressed, and the proposed solution.
- Freedom to Operate (FTO) Analyses
We review granted patents and pending applications to assess infringement risks and evaluate the feasibility of safely commercializing a given technology.
- Non-Infringement Opinions
We analyze specific claims to assess risks related to the use, manufacture, or commercialization of a product or process.
- Patent Validity Analysis
We examine prosecution history and technical merits to identify potential vulnerabilities and support decisions regarding maintenance, enforcement, or challenge.
- Third-Party Submissions Against Patent Applications
We prepare technical arguments to challenge third-party applications based on prior art and statutory patentability requirements.
- Administrative Nullity Proceedings
We prepare and file nullity petitions supported by consistent technical-legal arguments and reinforced prior art searches.
- Technology Intelligence and Patent Landscape Analysis
We analyze patent documents and technical publications to map technological trends, identify key market players, and support R&D strategy, innovation planning, and market positioning.
These services complement our technical practice and provide specialized support throughout every stage of the innovation cycle – from conception to the protection, commercialization, and enforcement of technological assets.
“Bhering Advogados offers comprehensive patent coverage and has everything from filing to litigation on lock.”
“It provides an A-to-Z patent offering.”
“Bhering Advogados has the resources and proficiency to deal with all patent issues both domestically and internationally.”
“Is a steadfast partner for patent matters of all hues, covering prosecution, litigation and transactional issues alike with the consummate quality and considerate touches that have come to characterize its offering.”
“Delivers high-quality, precise and entirely dependable work and is one of the best offices that we instruct on intellectual property across 130 countries.”
National and International Practice
With solid experience in INPI procedures, we monitor closely and communicate effectively throughout the entire administrative process. Abroad, we have a well-established network of correspondents and extensive experience with international filings via the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), ensuring coordinated protection across multiple jurisdictions.
Technical Excellence and Multidisciplinary Approach
We serve individual inventors to large national and international corporate groups. Our multidisciplinary team, consisting of lawyers, engineers, and pharmacists, provides precise and integrated guidance at all stages of protecting inventions, utility models, and industrial designs.
Driven by technical rigor, strategic vision, and commitment to excellence, we work cohesively to support technological advancement and enhance the competitiveness of our clients both in Brazil and internationally.
