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

ari.m@mnip.com.br

+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, a patent specialist, and a junior partner at MNIP. Throughout his professional career, he completed an exchange program at a U.S. - based patent firm, participated in numerous legal proceedings as a technical expert assistant in patent matters, and has drafted patent applications for dozens of industries across various technological fields.

Publications

Salomão is the author and organizer of two works in the field of 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

Portuguese | English

PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

salomao.g@mnip.com.br

+55 11 97170 9549

SALOMÃO GIEREMEK

Junior Partner - Mechanical 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

Portuguese | English | Spanish

augusto.s@mnip.com.br

+55 11 972639845

AUGUSTO FONTENELE

Patent Specialist - Pharmacy & Biochemistry

DANIEL VERGAMINI LUNA FRUSSA

Patent Intern – Mechanical Engineering

Professional Experience

Daniel is a Mechanical Engineering student at Insper. He has knowledge in component sizing, machine elements, technical drawing, and CAD software, including NX Siemens, Fusion 360, and SolidWorks.

Languages
Portuguese | English

Practice Areas Patents
Industrial Designs

daniel.f@mnip.com.br

DANIEL FRUSSA

Patent Intern – Mechanical Engineering

GABRIEL YUJI BORGES HAMANO

Patent Intern – Mechanical Engineering

Professional experience

Gabriel is a Mechanical Engineering student at the Mauá Institute of Technology. He has experience in maintenance engineering, as well as academic exposure to fluid mechanics, heat transfer, physics, and applied engineering projects. He has participated in projects involving aeromodeling, structural integrity, and research in vehicle dynamics.

Languages
Portuguese | English

gabriel.h@mnip.com.br

Practice Areas
Patents

GABRIEL HAMANO

Patent Intern – Mechanical Engineering

GABRIEL VALE MENDES

Patent Specialist - Chemical Eng.

Professional experience

Chemical Engineer from the Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia in 2025. Possesses knowledge in unit operations and chemical processes on an industrial and laboratory scale. He began his career at MNIP as a patent intern and has since drafted patent applications for a wide range of industries, as well as participated in litigation cases within the chemical industry.

Academic background

  • Graduated in Chemical Engineering from the Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
  • Research project on the synthesis of emulsifiers using microwave reactors

Languages

Portuguese | English

gabriel.m@mnip.com.br

PATENTS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

GABRIEL VALE MENDES

Patent Specialist - Chemical Eng.

DEISI LEÃO

Paralegal

Professional experience

Deisi Leão holds a degree in Bilingual Executive Secretariat and a postgraduate degree in People Management, both from Anhembi Morumbi University. She has experience in Administrative Management and has been working in the Intellectual Property field for 10 years.

Academic background

  • Bilingual Executive Secretariat | Anhembi Morumbi University
  • Postgraduate Degree in People Management | Anhembi Morumbi University

Languages

Portuguese | English | Spanish

deisi.l@mnip.com.br

DEISI LEÃO

Paralegal

PAULO FELIPE DIAS SANTOS

Financial Manager

Professional Experience

Paulo Felipe is a professional with experience in administrative and financial functions, working in the management of internal workflows and financial process control. He has hands-on experience with accounts payable and receivable, cash flow organization, and decision-support activities, contributing to operational efficiency and the effective functioning of business operations.

Languages
Portuguese | English

financeiro.patentes@mnip.com.br

+55 11 95448-6409

PAULO FELIPE DIAS SANTOS

Financial Manager

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

christian.s@mnip.com.br

+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

Portuguese | Spanish | English

PATENTS
INNOVATION
TECHNOLOGY

douglas.s@mnip.com.br

DOUGLAS SLAUGHTER

Patent Specialist - Electrical 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

monica.n@mnip.com.br

+55 11 98339 0404

MONICA NOGUEIRA

Founding Partner - Lawyer

CLARICE MINATOGAWA

LAWYER – TRADEMARKS AND LITIGATION COUNSEL


Professional experience
With over 19 years of experience in Intellectual Property, she has a strong background in managing trademark, industrial design, and patent portfolios in Brazil and abroad. She coordinates international firms, supervises administrative and litigation IP procedures, and is actively involved in the drafting, review, and negotiation of various types of IP-related contracts.

Recognitions

  • Recognized as one of the Most Admired Lawyers by Análise Advocacia Mulher 2024 (Full-Service, Intellectual Property, and Textile Sector)
  • Named Rising Star (2019) and Notable Practitioner (2021) – IPStars
  • Highlighted in publications such as Leaders League, Análise Advocacia, IPStars, Legal 500, WTR 1000 (2023–2025) and Chambers (2025)
  • Member of the INTA Committee on Well-Known and Famous Marks (2024–2025), task group leader, and mentor in the INTA Mentoring Program
 
Academic Background
  • Postgraduate degree in Contract Law – International Institute of Social Sciences / CEU
  • Law Degree – FMU

 

Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish

TRADEMARKS | INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS | PATENTS | COPYRIGHT | CONTRACTS | TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER | LEGAL OPINIONS | FTOs | LITIGATION

clarice.m@mnip.com.br

CLARICE MINATOGAWA

Partner - Lawyer

MAURICIO MALECK

Intellectual Property Specialist

Professional experience

Mauricio has over 25 years' experience in IP, focusing his practice on high-complexity judicial litigation, trademark disputes and IP consultancy, primarily for international clients across diverse industries. With bespoke services, Mauricio helps clients manage risks and reach solutions that do not necessarily involve the courts (settlements). Appointed by WIPO as an expert in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

In 2005, Mauricio worked as a visiting lawyer at a renowned IP boutique in San Francisco, CA. In 2014, after completing his LLM in IP at Queen Mary University of London, he worked as a foreign lawyer at Norton Rose Fulbright in London on the IP disputes team, and later as Head of IP at multinational Sun Mark Ltd.

 

Publications

Mauricio has authored book chapters such as World Trademark Review (WTR, 2018-2020), Manual de PI, as well as numerous articles and interviews published in Brazil and abroad (USA and Europe), including INTA Bulletin, ConJur and national/international blogs.

 

Recognitions

Most Admired Lawyer in Brazil (2021)
World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 – Top Trademark Professionals in Brazil (2019-2025)
Chambers and Partners – Patent Litigation (2025-2026)
Leaders League
Top 5 IP Lawyers in São Paulo | Round Law (2018)

 

Academic Experience

Selected student for EIPIN Annual Conference, Alicante-London (2014)
Copyright Course | Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
LLM in IP | University of London, Queen Mary, England
Postgraduate in Civil Procedure | Gama Filho University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Postgraduate in Intellectual Property | PUC-RJ, Brazil
Law Degree | Cândido Mendes University, Central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Catalan

 

IP LITIGATION
ENFORCEMENT
TRADE MARKS
PATENTS
COPYRIGHTS

mauricio.m@mnip.com.br

+5521981166666 / +34747496907

MAURICIO MALECK

Intellectual Property Specialist

TABATHA ALVES

Partner · Attorney-at-Law

Professional experience

With a strong background in Intellectual Property, technology transfer, and valuation of intangible assets, Tabatha Alves is an attorney with extensive experience in the strategic management, protection, and licensing of trademarks, patents, plant varieties, copyrights, and other assets in Brazil and internationally. She works closely with companies, authors, and rights holders in structuring, valuing, and commercially exploiting such assets, combining legal, business, regulatory, and tax perspectives.

She has significant experience in IP advisory and transactional matters, with particular emphasis on structuring and negotiating complex agreements, tax planning, and coordinating international transactions. She also brings solid experience both as in-house counsel and in leading law firms, as well as practice in Competition Law, including proceedings before CADE, strategic litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods.

Academic Background

Holds an LL.M. in Tax Law from Insper, in addition to specialization in data protection and further academic training in intellectual property. She is currently a member of ABPI, AIPPI, and LES-Brasil, and participates in the “LESI SEP” and “LESI Patent and Technology Licensing” committees.

Recognitions

Análise Advocacia Mulher 2021 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and 4th place in intellectual property), 2022 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), 2023 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), 2024 (2nd place in the oil & gas sector, 3rd place in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), and 2026 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and 4th place in intellectual property);
Análise Advocacia 2022 (5th place in intellectual property), 2023/2024 (5th place in intellectual property), 2025 (Recognized in Digital Law), and 2026 (Recognized in Intellectual Property);
Análise Advocacia Regional 2025 (6th place in the comprehensive category, Greater São Paulo region).

Languages

Portuguese | English

tabatha.a@mnip.com.br

+55 11 98388-3173

TABATHA ALVES

Partner · Attorney-at-Law

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

beatriz.p@mnip.com.br

+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

fernanda.t@mnip.com.br

+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

virginia.b@mnip.com.br

+352 6 9123 8818

VIRGINIA BODINAUD

Trademarks Counsel

CHINA DESK

RODRIGO IGNACIO TOLEDO ACUÑA

Help Desk - China

Professional experience

With a solid background in Law and international practice, Rodrigo has experience in Intellectual Property, International Trade, and Technology. Currently based in Guangzhou, China, he works as MNIP’s Help Desk, supporting clients and partners with local demands. His role includes facilitating communications with law firms and companies in Asia, particularly regarding trademarks, patents, and Brazil–China trade relations.

Academic background

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | Universidad Nacional de Córdoba – Argentina
  • Chinese Language Studies | Jinan University – Guangzhou, China (joint Argentina–China scholarship)
  • Teaching Assistant in Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Public Law, and Corporate Law

Recognitions

Scholarship recipient from the Ministry of Education of Argentina and the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC) | Jinan University, Guangzhou – China.

Practice areas

INTERNATIONAL CLIENT SUPPORT

TRADEMARKS & PATENTS

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

CORPORATE LAW

Languages

Spanish | English | Mandarin | Portuguese

toledorodrigo98@gmail.com

+54 9 3512047101 (Argentina) | +86 156 0239 4480 (China)

 

RODRIGO TOLEDO ACUÑA

Help Desk - China

DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM

MAURICIO MALECK

Intellectual Property Specialist

Professional experience

Mauricio has over 25 years' experience in IP, focusing his practice on high-complexity judicial litigation, trademark disputes and IP consultancy, primarily for international clients across diverse industries. With bespoke services, Mauricio helps clients manage risks and reach solutions that do not necessarily involve the courts (settlements). Appointed by WIPO as an expert in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

In 2005, Mauricio worked as a visiting lawyer at a renowned IP boutique in San Francisco, CA. In 2014, after completing his LLM in IP at Queen Mary University of London, he worked as a foreign lawyer at Norton Rose Fulbright in London on the IP disputes team, and later as Head of IP at multinational Sun Mark Ltd.

Publications

Mauricio has authored book chapters such as World Trademark Review (WTR, 2018-2020), Manual de PI, as well as numerous articles and interviews published in Brazil and abroad (USA and Europe), including INTA Bulletin, ConJur and national/international blogs.

Recognitions

  • Most Admired Lawyer in Brazil (2021)
  • World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000
  • Top Trademark Professionals in Brazil (2019-2025)
    Chambers and Partners 
  • Patent Litigation (2025-2026)
    Leaders League
  • Top 5 IP Lawyers in São Paulo | Round Law (2018)

 

Academic Experience

Selected student for EIPIN Annual Conference, Alicante-London (2014)
Copyright Course | Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
LLM in IP | University of London, Queen Mary, England
Postgraduate in Civil Procedure | Gama Filho University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Postgraduate in Intellectual Property | PUC-RJ, Brazil
Law Degree | Cândido Mendes University, Central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Catalan

IP LITIGATION
ENFORCEMENT
TRADE MARKS
PATENTS
COPYRIGHTS

mauricio.m@mnip.com.br

+5521981166666 / +34747496907

MAURICIO MALECK

Intellectual Property Specialist

FELIPE HERMANNY

Partner - Lawyer

Professional experience
Felipe has a strong background in administrative and judicial litigation in the areas of civil, commercial, and public law, with particular emphasis on civil liability, operations involving financial institutions, insurance, infrastructure and construction, technology, consumer issues, real estate matters, debt securities, recovery of credits and contracts.
Felipe litigates on behalf of clients in all administrative spheres and instances, evaluating the probability of success and the likely costs, benefits and time frame for the litigation.
He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Civil Procedure (ABDPC).
His recent trajectory includes the position of Head of Litigation at one of the biggest general practice firms in Brasil.

Awards

  • Chambers Brazil ranks the Litigation practice (co-headed by Felipe) in the 2024 edition for Regions: Dispute Resolution – Rio de Janeiro.
  • Campos Mello’s team (co-headed by Felipe) is a Firm to watch by Legal 500 2024 in Arbitration.
  • Campos Mello is ranked by the Legal 500 2024 – Dispute Resolution: Litigation. Felipe Hermanny is recommended. The editorial says, “The firm does excellent work. The arbitration/litigation team is truly top-notch. It’s always my first option”.
  • Leaders League – 2024 ranks Felipe Hermanny. He is recommended in Commercial Litigation.
  • Best Lawyers 2024 recognizes Felipe Hermanny.

Academic background

  • Bachelor of Law from the Pontifical Catholic University – PUC/RJ – completed in 12/2000.
  • Postgraduate in Civil Law from Cândido Mendes University/Center – IBMEC – completed in 12/2003.
  • Postgraduate in Civil Procedural Law from the Pontifical Catholic University – PUC/RJ – completed in 06/2010.

Languages

Portuguese | English

IP LITIGATION
ENFORCEMENT
TRADEMARKS
PATENTS
COPYRIGHTS

felipe.h@mnip.com.br

+55 21 99755-9216

FELIPE HERMANNY

Partner - Lawyer

CLARICE MINATOGAWA

LAWYER – TRADEMARKS AND LITIGATION COUNSEL


Professional experience
With over 19 years of experience in Intellectual Property, she has a strong background in managing trademark, industrial design, and patent portfolios in Brazil and abroad. She coordinates international firms, supervises administrative and litigation IP procedures, and is actively involved in the drafting, review, and negotiation of various types of IP-related contracts.

Recognitions

  • Recognized as one of the Most Admired Lawyers by Análise Advocacia Mulher 2024 (Full-Service, Intellectual Property, and Textile Sector)
  • Named Rising Star (2019) and Notable Practitioner (2021) – IPStars
  • Highlighted in publications such as Leaders League, Análise Advocacia, IPStars, Legal 500, WTR 1000 (2023–2025) and Chambers (2025)
  • Member of the INTA Committee on Well-Known and Famous Marks (2024–2025), task group leader, and mentor in the INTA Mentoring Program
 
Academic Background
  • Postgraduate degree in Contract Law – International Institute of Social Sciences / CEU
  • Law Degree – FMU

 

Languages
Portuguese | English | Spanish

TRADEMARKS | INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS | PATENTS | COPYRIGHT | CONTRACTS | TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER | LEGAL OPINIONS | FTOs | LITIGATION

clarice.m@mnip.com.br

CLARICE MINATOGAWA

Partner - Lawyer

TABATHA ALVES

Partner · Attorney-at-Law

Professional experience

With a strong background in Intellectual Property, technology transfer, and valuation of intangible assets, Tabatha Alves is an attorney with extensive experience in the strategic management, protection, and licensing of trademarks, patents, plant varieties, copyrights, and other assets in Brazil and internationally. She works closely with companies, authors, and rights holders in structuring, valuing, and commercially exploiting such assets, combining legal, business, regulatory, and tax perspectives.

She has significant experience in IP advisory and transactional matters, with particular emphasis on structuring and negotiating complex agreements, tax planning, and coordinating international transactions. She also brings solid experience both as in-house counsel and in leading law firms, as well as practice in Competition Law, including proceedings before CADE, strategic litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods.

Academic Background

Holds an LL.M. in Tax Law from Insper, in addition to specialization in data protection and further academic training in intellectual property. She is currently a member of ABPI, AIPPI, and LES-Brasil, and participates in the “LESI SEP” and “LESI Patent and Technology Licensing” committees.

Recognitions

Análise Advocacia Mulher 2021 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and 4th place in intellectual property), 2022 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), 2023 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), 2024 (2nd place in the oil & gas sector, 3rd place in intellectual property, and 5th place by State/São Paulo), and 2026 (3rd place in the oil & gas sector and 4th place in intellectual property);
Análise Advocacia 2022 (5th place in intellectual property), 2023/2024 (5th place in intellectual property), 2025 (Recognized in Digital Law), and 2026 (Recognized in Intellectual Property);
Análise Advocacia Regional 2025 (6th place in the comprehensive category, Greater São Paulo region).

Languages

Portuguese | English

tabatha.a@mnip.com.br

+55 11 98388-3173

TABATHA ALVES

Partner · Attorney-at-Law

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

virginia.b@mnip.com.br

+352 6 9123 8818

VIRGINIA BODINAUD

Trademark Specialist - Lawyer