We are delighted to share that VeraLaw’s trademark team has been ranked BRONZE for 2024 by the World Trademark Review. Our partner, Ma. Theresa Gonzales, is ranked under Leading Individuals in the Philippines for expertise in Prosecution and Strategy, Enforcement and Litigation….

Maintaining a trademark is a crucial aspect of preserving brand identity and protecting intellectual property rights. To retain these exclusive rights, trademark owners must actively use their marks. The maintenance of a trademark involves periodic submissions of proof of use, affirming that…

In 2005, Mr. Zulueta (“Mr. Zulueta”) claimed that he invited Raoul Goco (“Mr. Goco”) to open a Greek restaurant in the Philippines, and they conceptualized the name of the restaurant to be CYMA while on vacation in Greece. Their first branch was…