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 Manual de Redacão de Patentes (Patent Drafting Manual), 2016, Pub. Schoba. Currently, Ari is focused on writing his second book about Software Infringement.
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
PATENTES
DESIGNS
INOVATION
TECHNOLOGY
SOFTWARE
+55 11 99511 1782
ARI MAGALHÃES
Founding Partner - Lawyer & Mechanical Eng.
DANILO ZAMPRONIO
Patent Specialist - PATENT CONSULTANT - Biomolecular Physicist
Professional experience
Danilo has professional experience in the pesticides industry and other agribusiness related activities.
In the academic field, Danilo studied biodegradable plastics, genetics, molecular biology, methods for decomposition of sintetic rubber, development of new drugs and advanced physics (quantum, thermodynamic and statistical mechanics).
Academic background
• Candidate to master´s degree in Biotech with emphasis in molecular biology
• Undergrad in biophysics | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
BIOTECHNOLOGY
AGRIBUSINESS
PLANT VARIETY
+55 11 98942 2969
DANILO ZAMPRONIO
Patent Specialist - Biomolecular Physicist
SALOMÃO GIEREMEK
Patent Specialist - Mechanical Engineer
Professional experience
Salomão is a Mechanical Engineering student at Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia with scientific initiation in the area of stress analysis in parts manufactured by additive manufacturing and is being developed with the MNIP team.
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
+55 11 97170 9549
SALOMÃO GIEREMEK
Patent Specialist - 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.
LEONARDO PEGORARO
Patent Specialist - Mechanical Eng.
Professional experience
Leonardo is a mechanical engineer and consultant in patents and industrial design, specializing in agricultural machinery and home appliance applications. Leonardo also acts as a technical assistant in legal disputes.
Academic background
• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering | Mackenzie University, Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
LEONARDO PEGORARO
Patent Specialist - Mechanical Eng.
PALOMA LIMA
Patent Paralegal - Lawyer
Professional experience
Paloma has experience with patent filing and prosecution, including PCT and CUP procedures.
Academic background
• Bachelor degree in Law | University Nine of July (UNINOVE), Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
PALOMA LIMA
Patent Paralegal - Lawyer
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 FLORÊNCIO MUÑOZ GUIANCES
FINANCE MANAGER
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
ÍTALO DUTRA DE ASSIS
Patent Intern
Professional experience
Italo has experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked with regulatory affairs and genetic analysis.
Academic background
• Biochemical Pharmacy | University of São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
BIOTECHNOLOGY
ITALO DUTRA DE ASSIS
Patent Intern - Pharmacologist
CAIO HEITOR BRESSAN
Patent Intern
Professional experience
Caio Bressan is an intern in the field of Chemical Engineering, specialist in Patents and Industrial Designs
Academic background
• Chemical Engineering at the Mauá Institute of Technology
Languages
PATENTS
CAIO HEITOR BRESSAN
Patent Intern - Chemical Eng.
MAÍSA OLIVEIRA
Patente Specialist
Professional experience
Maísa has a degree in Biology from the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná and has experience as a patent analyst in the biological and pharmaceutical sectors. She is currently studying biochemical pharmacy at USP.
Academic Background
• Degree in Biochemistry Pharmacy | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
• Degree in Biology/ Biological Sciences | Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUC)
Languages
Portuguese | English | French | Spanish
PATENTS
MAÍSA OLIVEIRA
Patent Specialist - Biology
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.
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.
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
DANILO ZAMPRONIO
Patent Specialist - Biomolecular Physicist
Professional experience
Danilo has professional experience in the pesticides industry and other agribusiness related activities.
In the academic field, Danilo studied biodegradable plastics, genetics, molecular biology, methods for decomposition of sintetic rubber, development of new drugs and advanced physics (quantum, thermodynamic and statistical mechanics).
Academic background
• Candidate to master´s degree in Biotech with emphasis in molecular biology
• Undergrad in biophysics | University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
BIOTECHNOLOGY
AGRIBUSINESS
PLANT VARIETY
+55 11 98942 2969
DANILO ZAMPRONIO
Patent Specialist - Biomolecular Physicist
ÍTALO DUTRA DE ASSIS
Patent Intern
Professional experience
Italo specializes in Biochemical Pharmacy, with experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked with regulatory affairs and genetic analysis. Ítalo works with pharmaceutical and biotechnological inventions with a focus on new therapeutics
Academic background
• Biochemical Pharmacy | University of São Paulo, Brazil
Languages
PATENTS
BIOTECHNOLOGY
HEALTHCARE
ÍTALO DUTRA DE ASSIS
Patent Specialist - Biomedicine Scientist
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