THE TEAM
MNIP’s team is composed of lawyers with years of experience in intellectual property and professionals with prestigious technical background in engineering.
PATENTS TEAM
ARI MAGALHÃES
Founding Partner - Lawyer & Mechanical Eng.
Professional experience
Ari Magalhaes is an expert in patent matters, highly regarded for his expertise in patent prosecution and litigation. Ari applies his technical experience in electrical, mechanical and systems engineering, providing technical support for patent application drafting, performing FTO and patentability searches. He is also an experienced litigator in patent and software matters, involving disputes such as patent infringement, nullity action and labor law.
Publications
Ari is the author of the book Patent Drafting Manual (2016, Editora Schoba). He is also the author and editor of two other books on industrial property: English-Portuguese Dictionary of Industrial Property (self-published, 2024) and Collection of Articles on Patents and Industrial Property (Lumen Juris, 2025).
Academic Background
•Degree in Mechanical Engineering | University of Nebraska, USA and Armando Alvares Penteado Foundation (FAAP), São Paulo, Brazil
•Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) | Mackenzie Presbyterian University, São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
PATENTES
DESIGNS
INOVATION
TECHNOLOGY
SOFTWARE
+55 11 99511 1782
ARI MAGALHÃES
Founding Partner - Lawyer & Mechanical Eng.
SALOMÃO GIEREMEK
Junior Partner - Mechanical Engineer
Professional experience
Salomão is a Mechanical Engineer graduated from the Mauá Institute of Technology, specializing in patents, and a partner at the MNIP office. Throughout his professional journey, Salomão completed an exchange program at an American patent office, has been involved in numerous legal actions as a technical expert in patent matters, and has written patent applications for dozens of industries and technological fields.
Publications
Salomão is the author and editor of two other books on industrial property: English-Portuguese Dictionary of Industrial Property (self-published, 2024) and Collection of Articles on Patents and Industrial Property (Lumen Juris, 2025).
Academic background
•Mechanical Engineering Student at Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
•Scientific initiation in the area of stress analysis in parts manufactured by additive manufacturing
Languages
PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
salomao.g@mnip.com.br
+55 11 97170 9549
SALOMÃO GIEREMEK
Junior Partner - Mechanical Eng.
AMIR NASIRI
Patent Specialist - Mecatronic Eng.
Professional experience
Hossein Nasiri, PhD in Control and Automation Engineering, completes the MNIP team of engineers. Hossein is Iranian and has lived in Brazil since 2020. He has a master's degree in fluid mechanics from France and a doctorate from USP in control and automation.
He has a patent application on industrial machine safety, more than 15 published articles and works as a reviewer for the Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry.
He has professional experience in machinery in Iran, as well as, at the Center national de la recherche scientifique (CNRS), a scientific research laboratory in France.
Academic background
• BScEE Mechanical Eng. (Iran)
• MScEE Automation Eng. (USP)
• Ph.D. Automation Eng. (USP)
Languages
PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
AMIR NASIRI
Patent Specialist - Mecatronic Eng.
MORGANA GABRIELLE FORLIN DUMKE
PATENT SPECIALIST - Mechanical Eng.
Professional experience
Morgana holds a degree in mechanical engineering with a specialization in mechanical production engineering from the Federal University of Santa Catarina.
Academic background
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering | Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | French
PATENTS
INNOVATION
TECHNOLOGY
morgana.d@mnip.com.br
+55 47 99627 5500
MORGANA DUMKE
Patent Specialist - Production Eng.
AUGUSTO FONTENELE
Patent Specialist
Professional experience
Augusto is a pharmacist and biochemist, graduated from São Paulo State University. He has experience in administrative management and in the research and development of over-the-counter medications.
Academic background
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy - Biochemistry | São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil
Languages
augusto.s@mnip.com.br
+55 11 972639845
AUGUSTO FONTENELE
Patent Specialist - Pharmacy & Biochemistry
JOÃO JÚLIO AGUERA
Patent Specialist - Biology & Physics
Professional experience
João Júlio has academic experience in the area of Physics and Biology having worked as a collaborative researcher at the Sirius electron accelerator in Campinas. He also worked as an undergraduate professor in Physics at the Universities PUC de Campinas and Faculdade Anhanguera de Sumaré. He is currently a patent specialist intern in the areas of Engineering and Life Sciences, and is studying for a degree in Biological Sciences at UNICAMP.
Academic background
- Ph.D. in Applied Biomolecular Physics from USP São Carlos.
- Master's degree in Physics UNICAMP.
- Bachelor in Physics from UNICAMP.
- Graduating in Biological Sciences from UNICAMP.
Languages
Portuguese | English
joao.j@mnip.com.br
+55 19 98136 6268
JOÃO JÚLIO AGUERA
Patent Specialist - Biology & Physics
JUAN FLORÊNCIO MUÑOZ GUIANCES
Finance Manager
Professional experience
Juan, financial manager, with experience in dealing with national and foreign applicants. He studied computer science and is an expert in financial statements. Focus on BI and international exchange, as well as financial crisis management.
Academic background
• Degree in Computer Science (Anhanguera)
• BI (Udemy)
• Financial Statement (Bradesco Foundation)
Languages
PATENTS
JUAN F. MUÑOZ GUIANCES
Finance Manager
DANILA POLTRONIERI
Executive Secretary
Professional experience
Academic background
Languages
Portuguese | English
danila.p@mnip.com.br
+55 11 99739-4902
DANILA POLTRONIERI
Executive Secretary
BRUNA TEIXEIRA
Paralegal
Professional experience
Academic background
Portuguese | English
patent@mnip.com.br
BRUNA TEIXEIRA
Paralegal
ANA LETÍCIA CÂMARA FERREIRA
PATENT INTERN - Biology
Professional experience
Ana Letícia is an undergraduate student in Biological Sciences at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), expected to graduate by the end of 2024. She has experience in the field of microbiology, particularly in bacterial growth and cultivation, having worked at the Laboratory of Metabolic Engineering and Bioprocesses (LEMeB) during her scientific initiation.
Academic background
• Biological Sciences | State University of Campinas (UNICAMP)
- Scientific Initiation | LEMeB (2022-2023)
- Alphabio | Junior Biology Company at UNICAMP (2019 – 2021)
Languages
Portuguese | English
+55 11 94961-4804
ANA LETICIA FERREIRA
Patent Intern - Biology
CHRISTIAN SLAUGHTER
PATENT CONSULTANT - Metallurgical Eng.
Professional experience
Christian has solid background as a field engineer in the metallurgy and mining industry. He has worked at the major aluminum producer of Brazil as an extrusion process engineer for the automobile and civil construction industries. Christian has also worked in one of the largest multinational mining firms, in the nickel segment.
In the academic field, Christian teaches Calculus, General Physics, General Mechanics and Solid Mechanics for university students in São Paulo, having also lived in Chile and Australia.
Academic background
• Master in Metallurgical Engineering | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Degree in Metallurgical Engineering | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | Spanish | English
PATENTS
INNOVATION
TECHNOLOGY
+55 11 98132 4270
CHRISTIAN SLAUGHTER
Patent Specialist - Metallurgical Eng.
DOUGLAS SLAUGHTER
ELECTRICAL ENG. – PATENT CONSULTANT
Professional experience
Douglas is known for his expertise in research and development in the area of Electrical Engineering.
He has activelly participated in projects in the Energy sector.
Douglas is also an university professor at one of the most recognized educational institutions of Brazil, having taught several disciplines of Electrical Engineering, especially those of Control Engineering and Electrical Materials.
Academic background
• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Master in Electrical Engineering | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Bachelor degree in Philosophy | Faculty of Philosophy, Letters and Human Sciences of the University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
INNOVATION
TECHNOLOGY
DOUGLAS SLAUGHTER
Patent Specialist - Electrical Eng.
CARLA PICCINATO
Patent Specialist - PATENT CONSULTANT - Veterinary Scientist
Professional experience
Carla has almost 20 years of scientific experience in Life Sciences and Healthcare. Her research experience ranges from basic molecular and cellular physiology to applied clinical research in both Animal and Human areas. She has an ample understanding in Reproductive Endocrinology, with deep knowledge in synthesis, action and metabolism of hormones.
She is currently a Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a visiting Scientist of the research Institute and of Women´s Health program at the Albert Einstein Israeli Hospital (HIAE). In addition, she is a reviewer of international Journals, an advisor in scientific matters for private companies and also a Member of the Ethical Committee for Animal Care and Use.
Academic Background
•Post-doctoral training at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology | Medical School of the University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil, in collaboration with the Albert Einstein Israeli Hospital (HIAE)
•Ph.D. in Endocrinology – Physiology of Reproduction (ERP Program) | University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA
•Masters in Preventive Veterinary Medicine and Animal Reproduction | State Schoold of São Paulo (UNESP), Brazil
•Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) | Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil.
Languages
Portuguese | English | French
PATENTES
HEALTHCARE & VET
INOVAÇÃO
+55 11 98241 4130
CARLA PICCINATO
Patent Specialist - Veterinary Scientist
TRADEMARKS TEAM
MONICA NOGUEIRA
Founding Partner - Lawyer
Professional experience
With 20 years of sound practice in Intellectual Property, team management and client handling, Monica has been representing leading companies across an array of industries.
Monica’s expertise and strong academic background comprise international and Brazilian trademark and copyrights law with focus on trade, unfair competition and enforcement of rights.
Recognition
World Leading Trademark Professional | World Trademark Review | 2016 – 2017.
Academic background
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property | University of London, Queen Mary, England
• Specialization in Copyrights | University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | University of the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
TRADEMARKS
PATENTS
DESIGNS
COPYRIGHTS
ADVERTISING
IP TRANSACTIONS
+55 11 98339 0404
MONICA NOGUEIRA
Founding Partner - Lawyer
MARIANA LIMA DI PIETRO
LAWYER – TRADEMARKS AND LITIGATION COUNSEL
Professional experience
Mariana has over 10 years of experience, having worked in some of the most prestigious law firms and arbitral institutions in Brazil. She is an experienced lawyer in trademarks, copyrights, digital law, data protection, moral rights, franchising and corporate agreements, with focus on dispute resolution, complex litigation and arbitration.
Mariana has published in renown journals such as Arbitration Review of the Americas and Young Arbitration Review.
In the academic field, Mariana is currently pursuing a PhD in the University of São Paulo. She was also Professor of dispute resolution methods in the LLM in Corporate Law of São Judas University (Brazil) in 2017 and 2018.
Academic background
• PhD candidate in International Law | University of São Paulo, Brazil
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Law | University of São Paulo, Brazil
• Post-graduate in Entertainment Law | CEU-IICS (International Institute of Social Sciences), Brazil
• Specialized in Integration Law | University Alcalá de Henares, Spain
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | University of São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish | French
LITIGATION
TRADEMARKS
DIGITAL LAW
ARBITRATION
+55 11 99651 3770
MARIANA LIMA DI PIETRO
Partner - Lawyer
MAURICIO MALECK
Partner - Lawyer
Professional experience
Mauricio has nearly 20 years of experience in Intellectual Property, focusing his practice on highly complex litigation, trademark prosecution and IP consultancy, mainly for foreign clients from a wide range of industries. With “tailor made” services, Mauricio helps clients manage risk and arrive at solutions that do not necessarily involve the Courts (pre-court settlements).
In 2005, Mauricio worked as a visiting attorney at a renowned IP boutique in San Francisco, CA. In 2014, after finishing his LLM in IP at Queen Mary University of London, he worked as a foreign associate at Norton Rose Fulbright in London, in the IP disputes team and later as the Head of IP at the multinational Sun Mark Ltd.
Publications
Mauricio wrote 3 chapters of the 3 first editions of the British publication, World Trademark Review (2018/2020), as well as a good number of articles in different vehicles, such as INTA Bulletin, Conjur, national and international blogs (United States and Europe).
Awards
• Top Trademark Professionals in Brazil | World Trademark Review 1000 (2019/2020)
• Top 5 IP Lawyers in São Paulo | Round Law (2018)
Academic background
• Course on Copyrights | Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
• Masters (LL.M.) in IP | University of London, Queen Mary, England
• Postgraduate in Civil Procedure | Gama Filho University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Postgraduate Degree in Intellectual Property | PUC-RJ, Brazil
• Bachelor of Laws | Cândido Mendes University, Center, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | French | Spanish
IP LITIGATION
ENFORCEMENT
TRADEMARKS
PATENTS
COPYRIGHTS
+41 07 8230 4409
MAURICIO MALECK
Partner - Lawyer
BEATRIZ PESSOA
Trademarks Specialist - Lawyer
Professional experience
Beatriz works with Intellectual Property since 2011 and advices clients in all trademark, designs, copyright, IP infringement and unfair competition matters.
She has particular strong expertise in prosecution and advising on global trademark and design filing strategies, as well as negotiating IP agreements and licenses.
Besides her experience in Brazil, Beatriz has also worked in major IP firms in Germany and Spain, gaining experience with european law, namely EUTMs and Community designs, and International Registration of trademark and desigs. She has worked with multi-national companies on global IP portfolio management and on the handling of prosecution and infringement matters worldwide, including in Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa and the Americas in close cooperation with local counsels.
Academic background
• LL.M. in IP & Competition Law, Munich Intellectual Property Law Center (MIPLC), Germany
• Specialization in Technology Law | Law Society of Ireland, Ireland
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | University of Coimbra, Portugal and Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
TRADEMARKS
ADVERTISING
FASHION LAW
TECHNOLOGY
MEDIA
+55 11 98259 6534
BEATRIZ PESSOA
Trademarks Specialist - Lawyer
FERNANDA TEIXEIRA
Trademark Specialist - Lawyer
Professional experience
Fernanda has worked in major law firms for almost 20 years, where she acquired deep knowledge of the contractual issues related to Intellectual Property. Her practice encompasses franchise agreements, licensing, technology transfer and know-how.
Fernanda also advises foreign clients with business in Brazil or who wish to invest in the country, in matters related to corporate law, contracts in general and insolvency issues.
Academic background
• Master in Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate Law | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Specialization in Corporate Law | Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, Brazil
• Bachelor in Law (LL.B.) | Mackenzie Presbyterian University, São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
IP TRANSACTIONS
FRANCHISING
LICENSING
COPYRIGHTS
ENTERTAINMENT
CORPORATE LAW
+55 11 98263 5085
FERNANDA TEIXEIRA
Trademarks Specialist - Lawyer
VIRGINIA BODINAUD
Trademark Specialist - Lawyer
Professional experience
Virginia has over 15 years of experience, having worked in some of the most prestigeous Intellectual Property law firms in Brazil, with focus on trademarks, copyrights, advertisement, unfair competition, contracts and digital law disputes.
Her practice also comprehends the strategic and business-oriented management of IP portfolios for clients of all industries and sizes.
In the academic field, Virginia’s last achievement was an LL.M. in International Business Law from the Université Libre de Bruxelles.
Academic background
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Business Law | Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium
• Master (MBA) in Project Management | Fundação Getúlio Vargas, Brazil
• Post-graduation Intensive Course in Intellectual Property Law | Faculty of Law of University of Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | Mackenzie University, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
LITIGATION
TRADEMARKS
ADVERTISEMENT
DIGITAL LAW
+352 6 9123 8818
VIRGINIA BODINAUD
Trademarks Counsel
BIODIVERSITY TEAM
AUGUSTO FONTENELE
Patent Intern
Professional experience
Augusto is a pharmacist and biochemist, graduated from São Paulo State University. He has experience in administrative management and in the research and development of over-the-counter medications.
Academic background
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy - Biochemistry | São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil
Languages
augusto.s@mnip.com.br
+55 11 972639845
AUGUSTO FONTENELE
Patent Specialist - Pharmacy & Biochemistry
JOÃO JÚLIO AGUERA
Patent Specialist - Biology & Physics
Professional experience
João Júlio has academic experience in the area of Physics and Biology having worked as a collaborative researcher at the Sirius electron accelerator in Campinas. He also worked as an undergraduate professor in Physics at the Universities PUC de Campinas and Faculdade Anhanguera de Sumaré. He is currently a patent specialist intern in the areas of Engineering and Life Sciences, and is studying for a degree in Biological Sciences at UNICAMP.
Academic background
- Ph.D. in Applied Biomolecular Physics from USP São Carlos.
- Master's degree in Physics UNICAMP.
- Bachelor in Physics from UNICAMP.
- Graduating in Biological Sciences from UNICAMP.
Languages
Portuguese | English
joao.j@mnip.com.br
+55 19 98136 6268
JOÃO JÚLIO AGUERA
Patent Specialist - Biology & Physics
CHRISTIAN SLAUGHTER
PATENT CONSULTANT - Metallurgical Eng.
Professional experience
Ana Letícia is an undergraduate student in Biological Sciences at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), expected to graduate by the end of 2024. She has experience in the field of microbiology, particularly in bacterial growth and cultivation, having worked at the Laboratory of Metabolic Engineering and Bioprocesses (LEMeB) during her scientific initiation.
Academic background
• Biological Sciences | State University of Campinas (UNICAMP)
- Scientific Initiation | LEMeB (2022-2023)
- Alphabio | Junior Biology Company at UNICAMP (2019 – 2021)
Languages
Portuguese | English
+55 11 94961-4804
ANA LETÍCIA FERREIRA
Patent Intern - Biology
DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM
MAURICIO MALECK
Partner - Lawyer
Professional experience
Mauricio has nearly 20 years of experience in Intellectual Property, focusing his practice on highly complex litigation, trademark prosecution and IP consultancy, mainly for foreign clients from a wide range of industries. With “tailor made” services, Mauricio helps clients manage risk and arrive at solutions that do not necessarily involve the Courts (pre-court settlements).
In 2005, Mauricio worked as a visiting attorney at a renowned IP boutique in San Francisco, CA. In 2014, after finishing his LLM in IP at Queen Mary University of London, he worked as a foreign associate at Norton Rose Fulbright in London, in the IP disputes team and later as the Head of IP at the multinational Sun Mark Ltd.
Publications
Mauricio wrote 3 chapters of the 3 first editions of the British publication, World Trademark Review (2018/2020), as well as a good number of articles in different vehicles, such as INTA Bulletin, Conjur, national and international blogs (United States and Europe).
Awards
• Top Trademark Professionals in Brazil | World Trademark Review 1000 (2019/2020)
• Top 5 IP Lawyers in São Paulo | Round Law (2018)
Academic background
• Course on Copyrights | Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
• Masters (LL.M.) in IP | University of London, Queen Mary, England
• Postgraduate in Civil Procedure | Gama Filho University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Postgraduate Degree in Intellectual Property | PUC-RJ, Brazil
• Bachelor of Laws | Cândido Mendes University, Center, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | French | Spanish
IP LITIGATION
ENFORCEMENT
TRADEMARKS
PATENTS
COPYRIGHTS
+41 07 8230 4409
MAURICIO MALECK
Partner - Lawyer
MARIANA LIMA DI PIETRO
LAWYER – TRADEMARKS AND LITIGATION COUNSEL
Professional experience
Mariana has over 10 years of experience, having worked in some of the most prestigious law firms and arbitral institutions in Brazil. She is an experienced lawyer in trademarks, copyrights, digital law, data protection, moral rights, franchising and corporate agreements, with focus on dispute resolution, complex litigation and arbitration.
Mariana has published in renown journals such as Arbitration Review of the Americas and Young Arbitration Review.
In the academic field, Mariana is currently pursuing a PhD in the University of São Paulo. She was also Professor of dispute resolution methods in the LLM in Corporate Law of São Judas University (Brazil) in 2017 and 2018.
Academic background
• PhD candidate in International Law | University of São Paulo, Brazil
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Law | University of São Paulo, Brazil
• Post-graduate in Entertainment Law | CEU-IICS (International Institute of Social Sciences), Brazil
• Specialized in Integration Law | University Alcalá de Henares, Spain
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | University of São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish | French
LITIGATION
TRADEMARKS
DIGITAL LAW
ARBITRATION
+55 11 99651 3770
MARIANA LIMA DI PIETRO
Partner - Lawyer
VIRGINIA BODINAUD
Trademark Specialist - Lawyer
Professional experience
Virginia has over 15 years of experience, having worked in some of the most prestigeous Intellectual Property law firms in Brazil, with focus on trademarks, copyrights, advertisement, unfair competition, contracts and digital law disputes.
Her practice also comprehends the strategic and business-oriented management of IP portfolios for clients of all industries and sizes.
In the academic field, Virginia’s last achievement was an LL.M. in International Business Law from the Université Libre de Bruxelles.
Academic background
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Business Law | Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium
• Master (MBA) in Project Management | Fundação Getúlio Vargas, Brazil
• Post-graduation Intensive Course in Intellectual Property Law | Faculty of Law of University of Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | Mackenzie University, Brazil
Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish
LITIGATION
TRADEMARKS
ADVERTISEMENT
DIGITAL LAW
+352 6 9123 8818