Licks Attorneys

Boutique firm Licks Attorneys is respected in contentious matters, especially in the life sciences sector. It is also recommended for IP filing and portfolio management. The firm is led by founding partner and life sciences IP lawyer Otto Licks. He is supported by patent lawyers Eduardo Hallak, Carlos Aboim, and Rodrigo Maior. Hallak is also experienced in trade mark matters.

Other notable senior practitioners are Tatiana Machado, Roberto Rodrigues, and Liliane Roriz. The practitioners to watch are Juliana Neves and Luiza Cotia. Lopes leads the firm’s trade mark prosecution practice.

2023

"The firm is extremely responsive and knowledgeable and we trust their advice."

"They are US-friendly, have good connections at the court and are well-resourced. "

"We appreciate the responsiveness, professionalism and ability of the experts to put themselves in their clients' shoes. When we call on Licks Attorneys, we feel that our satisfaction is their priority. They are dedicated and always available."

2019 client testimonials

A client commended the firm for its “robust technical knowledge, fair price and personalised customer service”, adding that its “partners are always available to assist”.

Case studies show the firm defending the patents of pharmaceutical companies such as Genentech and Novartis. The firm also handled work in electronics and telecommunications. Otto Licks and Roberto Rodrigues were involved in an important Supreme Court case concerning the constitutionality of Brazil’s patent term. The firm welcomed PCT specialist Catia Gentil as a partner in 2020. Gentil was the head of the administrative appeals board at the Brazilian Patent Office.

Trade mark case studies show the firm managed portfolios and handled disputes for brand owners in a range of industries. It secured trade mark protection in a cost-efficient manner for the sports company 100% Speedlab. Felipe Mesquita and Karlo Tinoco have left the firm.