André Provedel Email & Phone Number

IPTech Senior Associate from Trench Rossi Watanabe since 2016.Graduated from Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-Rio) with a degree in Law and specialized from FGV Direito Rio in Corporate and Capital Market Law. Holds an LL.M. degree from the University of Illinois with High Honors.Secretary-General of the Industrial Property Committee of the Brazilian Bar Association, Rio de Janeiro Chapter. Member of INTA's Bulletins Committee for the 2022-2023 term.Volunteer of INTA's Pro Bono Clearinghouse Program for Latin America.Advises clients on trademark availability and/or registration in Brazil, including in connection with product launches involving extensive publicity, corporate re-branding, as well as challenging trademarks. Represents clients in trademark opposition proceedings in Brazil and assists in the enforcement of trademark rights, in addition to negotiating and drafting agreements relating to the use or sale of trademarks, often in the course of opposition or conflict matters. Manages client portfolios of trademark rights in numerous countries, including assisting in registration and disputes. Advises on other aspects of Intellectual Property law, including passing off, misleading and deceptive conduct, designs, copyright and domain names disputes.