On Tuesday, August 6th, Bhering Advogados, in collaboration with agents from the Military Police and the Federal Revenue of Brazil, participated in a significant seizure operation at a center for the trade of counterfeit and irregularly imported products in downtown Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais.

The “Atacado Central” operation targeted 8 distributors in the region and seized 200 packages of goods with an estimated value of R$ 400,000. The main items seized were toys, clothing, and electronics.

Our Anti-Counterfeiting and Piracy Department works closely with the Military Police and the Federal Revenue to strengthen control measures against the trade of counterfeit products.

Check out the articles (in Portuguese) on Gov.br and MG2, Globo.

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This year, we highlight the significance of public policies and affirmative actions in building a more just and inclusive society. It is crucial to recognize the role of each individual and institution in promoting diversity and creating equitable opportunities, aiming to eliminate barriers and foster respect and dignity for all people. We reaffirm our commitment to combating racial discrimination, working to ensure that everyone’s rights are respected and protected.

The article “Brasilien intensiviert Bemühungen im Bereich geistiges Eigentum: Aktuelle Maßnahmen und Pläne“ (in English: “Brazil intensifies efforts in the field of Intellectual Property: Current measures and plans”) authored by Philippe Bhering and Marina Rossit, was published in the first edition of 2024 in the Newsletter “Recht & Steuern” by the Brazil-Germany Chamber of Commerce and Industry of São Paulo (AHK/São Paulo).

The article in question discusses significant changes in Brazil’s Intellectual Property landscape. It highlights efforts by the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (INPI) to reduce the backlog of patent applications awaiting examination. Notably, adjustments in the examination queue aim to streamline the process in line with international standards. Additionally, it outlines the government’s Action Plan 2023-2025 for Intellectual Property, focusing on reducing the decision time regarding patent applications. Changes in transfer pricing rules, Brazil’s accession to the Hague Agreement, and updates in design registration procedures further illustrate Brazil’s commitment to enhancing its Intellectual Property system to foster innovation and economic development.

Read the full article here (in German).

On March 6, 2024, Bhering Advogados, in collaboration with agents from the Civil Police and the DECON (Consumer Police Station of Brazil), participated in a significant seizure operation in the city of Tramandaí, State of Rio Grande do Sul, located in the Southern region of Brazil. This operation resulted in the seizure of thousands of counterfeit products, including clothing articles, shoes, and perfumes.

Our Anti-counterfeiting department collaborates closely with Civil Police and DECON officials in the South of Brazil to enhance control measures against the trade of counterfeit products.

Philippe Bhering and Jiuliano Maurer wrote the chapter on Brazilian Law for the “Getting The Deal Through – Licensing 2024” guide, providing insights into Intellectual Property and competition law issues in Brazil, as well as covering litigation and the latest trends in said area.

Since 1996, the “Getting The Deal Through” publication series has offered international comparative guides to law and regulation in 120 practice areas and more than 150 jurisdictions. It contains concise explanations of the most important regulatory matters that arise in business deals and disputes worldwide.

More information about the “Getting The Deal Through” series is available here.*

*Reproduced with permission from Law Business Research. This article was first published in Getting the Deal Through – Licensing 2024.

Bhering Advogados has been shortlisted as Firm of the Year in three categories at the upcoming annual Managing IP Americas Awards: Patent; Trademark; and Copyright & Design.

The Managing IP Awards recognize the top IP practitioners, firms, and in-house counsel from around the world.

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Bhering Advogados was ranked among Brazil’s leading firms in the 2024 edition of Legal 500 Latin America in the area of Intellectual Property. Partners Pedro Bhering and Philippe Bhering were highlighted as Leading Individuals in the area of Intellectual Property in Brazil. Clarisse De La Cerda was also recommended by the publication.

It was noted that “boasting great legal and technical knowledge, Bhering Advogados is an IP boutique firm which assists numerous large multinational companies – mostly based in the USA, Europe and Asia – and their Brazilian subsidiaries active in a wide range of sectors”. The guide further states that “covering the full gamut of IP matters, the group is well versed in trade marks, copyright and industrial designs, and fields dedicated litigation and anti-counterfeiting teams”.

The firm receives praises from its clients for being “dynamic with an excellent team, a client-oriented approach, as well as great legal and technical knowledge.”

Pedro Bhering was highlighted by the guide for his practice encompassing “the entire spectrum of IP rights, ranging from trade marks and patents to technology transfer agreements”.

About Philippe Bhering, a client commented: “Philippe Bhering is an excellent lawyer with solid legal knowledge, a service-oriented approach, and creative solutions. His studies abroad and work in Europe have given him a unique perspective that clients highly appreciate.”

The Legal 500, a reputable British researcher with over 20 years of publication history, has analyzed the legal market in over 100 jurisdictions worldwide and identified leading law practitioners and law firms through interviews with professionals and their clients. Its credibility is based on the independent and objective character of its research.

Partner Philippe Bhering has been appointed as the Coordinator of the International Law Commission at the Brazilian Intellectual Property Association (ABPI) for the 2024–2025 term.

The International Law Commission is dedicated to monitoring and studying international legal frameworks, assessing their potential impact on Brazilian legislation, and analyzing the intersection of international law with geopolitical issues pertaining to Intellectual Property. The Commission is also open to international collaboration within the Intellectual Property field.

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In late September 2023, Bhering Advogados, in collaboration with agents from the Civil Police and the Brazilian Internal Revenue Service, participated in a significant seizure operation in the city of São Paulo. This operation resulted in the successful apprehension of approximately 60.000 products valued at a few million reais.

Our Anti-counterfeiting department maintains a close collaboration with Civil Police and IRS officials in São Paulo to enhance control measures against the trade of counterfeit products.

Click here to see the full report (in Portuguese).

Last Thursday, on October 5, 2023, Bhering Advogados, in collaboration with agents from the Civil Police, the Brazilian Internal Revenue Service, Anatel, and Inmetro, participated in a significant seizure operation in the city Porto Alegre, located in the southern region of Brazil. This operation resulted in the successful apprehension of 10 tons of counterfeit products across four stores.

Our Anti-Counterfeiting department works closely with the Civil Police and the Federal Revenue of Porto Alegre to enhance control measures for the trade in counterfeit products.

Click here to see the full report (in Portuguese).