October 20, 2022 / The Legal 500
LEADING FIRM
Intellectual Property in Mexico
TIER 3 FIRM
Hailed for its ‘amazing team of experts with a deep understanding of complex topics in intellectual property’, Bello, Gallardo, Bonequi y García, S.C.‘s practice is experienced in trade marks, copyrights, patents, litigation and compliance. The practice is hailed for being ‘extremely competent and focused on fully understanding the industry in which their clients operate in order to issue global opinions, taking into consideration all determining factors in the industry‘. Moreover, its lawyers ‘are very well trained and constantly updated, allowing them to offer highly technical and up-to-date legal opinions‘. The practice is led by ‘outstanding lawyer‘ Jonathan Rangel, who ‘knows the field’ and provides ‘solid advice to tackle IP challenges, from patents, trademarks and other type of protective rights‘. Key support is provided by associate practice director Lilia Aguilar, who focuses on advising national and foreign clients on the protection and maintenance of their brands, patents, copyright, and other intellectual property assets. Senior associate Juan Carlos Salazar is also integral to the team, undertaking IP advisory and counselling, trade mark litigation, domain name disputes and copyright.
Next Generation Partners
Practice head(s):
Jonathan Rangel; Lilia Aguilar
Testimonials
‘It’s an amazing team of experts with deep understanding of complex topics in intellectual property.’
‘Jonathan Rangel an outstanding lawyer, who knows the field, with solid advice to tackle IP challenges, from patents, trademarks and other type of protective rights.’
‘They have a specialised and technical practice, they always find the best option or options, facilitating decision making. They have incorporated the use of technology to be at the forefront and were able to face the challenges presented by the pandemic. The administrative team adapts to the needs of its clients, especially in the area of billing, always ready to resolve issues no matter how small. They are adaptable and resilient, that is, they are constantly looking for ways to innovate in consulting, attention, dispute resolution, a situation that does not happen with other firms that remain attached to the formula that has always served them well.’
‘They are extremely competent and focus on fully understanding the industry in which their clients operate in order to issue global opinions, taking into consideration all determining factors in the industry. They are very well trained and constantly updated, allowing them to offer highly technical and up-to-date legal opinions. They always seek a permanent approach with clients to understand their needs.‘
‘Jonathan Rangel Lora– Partner stands out, hee is passionate about law and especially Intellectual Property, always providing innovative solutions that challenge his other peers to stay active and updated, always providing the best solutions and on many occasions the most beneficial in terms of costs.’
‘Bello, Gallardo has a recent practice in IP. It allowed it to choose professionals who are highly knowledgeable and motivated.’
‘I work with Jonathan Rangel whom I’ve followed from his previous firm. Jonathan is knowledgeable and intelligent. He understands the big picture fast and is able to see the pitfalls if any. He is motivated to build longstanding relationships with his clients.’
‘BGBG’s PI team is always up-to-date and their inquiries are as comprehensive as possible with all legal actions available. They are always willing to answer your questions.’
Key clients in Intellectual Property – 2023
- Hisense Group Holdings
- Thema America
- Alsea
- Toyoda Van Moppes
- Livelong Pet Nutrition
- Jansport Apparel
- Promoción Y Operación
- Hispasat
- Korea United Pharm.
- Gea Group Aktiengesellschaft
- The North Face Apparel
- Kipling Apparel
- Icon Health & Fitness
- Dufry Ag
- The Swatch
- Omega
- Kaeser Kompressoren
- Qualitas Compañia De Seguros
- Remarkable
- Belvo Technologies
- Vf Corporation
- Marketing And Media Gopharma
- Aon Mexico Business Support
- Engencap Holding
- Datahome
- Universidad Latinoamericana
- Ole Distribution
Work highlights
- Advised Carnet on negotiations to grant a trade mark letter of consent to a major European car manufacturer.
- Successfully represented Hisense in a domain name dispute with WIPO to stop online infringing activities against one of the top TV manufacturers in the country.
- Advised Livelong Pet Nutrition on the negotiation of a multi-jurisdiction distribution agreement and trade mark protection camping in Asia and Europe.